Kimberly Dawn Wells: Author

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au-thor [aw-ther]
- noun

1. a person who writes a novel, poem, essay, etc.
2. the composer of a literary work, as distinguished from a compiler, translator, editor, or copyist.
3. one who stays up late at night, works weekends, and takes notes during meetings to meet deadlines.

See also: coffee, creative genius, Kimberly Dawn Wells

How I became a Writer 

On December 17th, 2004 at 12:15 AM, I finished my first book. It had been 6 years in the making and I finally just decided to sit down and put it into words. Soon afterwards, I decided to quit doing web design and write full time.

As of June 2007, I currently have about a thirty fiction novels in the works and a contract for three non-fiction books that relate to goal achievement and productivity.

I really love to write. Growing up I was always good at writing. When I was in kindergarten I won school-wide and county-wide awards for a book I wrote titled "The Cupid." Throughout school I continued to be a good writer and won short story contests and poetry contests, but "there's no money in that" so I focused on other studies. Unfortunately, it took me until I was 22 to recognize that there really could be a profitable connection between my writing talents and my career, or even that writing could BE my career.

Since that time I have written numerous books and ebooks, classes, articles, and handbooks. In just the last few years articles, ebooks, and blogs have become popular, and with those came the ease of self-publishing. I believe that had it not been for those changes and new innovations, I'd probably still be doing web design. (Which is ok because I love doing that too!)

A Day in the Life of a Writer 

Daily thoughts on writing and challenges of a career writer.

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Books I have Self-Published 

Below is a short list of books I have self-published that are available as eBooks or through Lulu.com, my self-publishing service of choice.

Look for more books to be republished in the Fall of 2007.
Character Profile Journal
Characters are the lifeblood of any story. Without deep, rich, realistic characters, your stunning plot can instantly become a flop. This journal takes you on a self-guided tour of your character, and has room for fifty four-page descriptions of everything about your character that is important to your novel.
514 Prompts for Creative Writers
Every once in a while we all need a little creative boost to add spark to our stories. Whether you're looking for an interesting character tidbit, a plot twist, or an entire theme, this book will give you new and unique ideas for writing. It shies away from the boring, "tell me about your childhood," prompts and gives you options on how to approach each new idea.
101 Goals
In this mini-book I have set forth a challenge for readers to set and achieve 101 goals. I first got the idea from Brian Tracy who suggested making a list of 100 goals, and then decided to go one above that. The self-guided journal is simple to read and use, and will help you create exciting opportunities that you never thought you would ever make time to do.

Resources for Writers at Suite101.com 

I'm the Resources for Writers Topic Editor at Suite101.com.

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Increase your Vocabulary 

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Don't you just love words like lugubrious and syllabication? I do...

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Five Books I'm Using Right Now 

There's no reason to go it alone in your writing career. The world is changing rapidly and in order to succeed you must keep up. These books are keeping writers on their toes and giving them the goods they need to produce cutting edge work.

Spunk & Bite: A Writer's Guide to Punchier, More Engaging Language & Style

In reference to Elements of Style, "Its two authors are thoroughly dead, white, and male." Author Arthur Plotnik takes a fresh look at how grammar and style has changed with the times, and how it's okay.

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The Fine Print of Self-Publishing: The Contracts & Services of 48 Major Self-Publishing Companies--Analyzed, Ranked & Exposed

A number one time saver for any author looking at self-publishing. If you're even thinking about it, and I recommend giving it a try, this book is a necessity.

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The First Five Pages: A Writer's Guide to Staying Out of the Rejection Pile

Polishing your work for editorial viewing can turn any author into a stressful mess. This book teaches you how to do it. While you're at it, it makes the polishing the rest of your book seem easy as well.

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78 Reasons Why Your Book May Never Be Published and 14 Reasons Why It Just Might

If you're not afraid to take an honest look at your work, your style, and your ego, this book will help you fine tune the demons in your submissions, to give them every chance at success.

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How I Write: Secrets of a Bestselling Author

Author Janet Evanovich shares the tricks - and not-so-tricks - to cranking out bestseller after bestseller after bestseller.

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Where else can you see my works? 

In addition to books and ebooks I have published, I have published several articles online, and am currently the Editing and Publishing Topic Editor at Suite101.com.
Editing & Publishing at Suite101.com
Learn how to edit your stories, find a publisher, sell more books, inspire your muse, and make more money as an author.
Constant Content
I am available on Constant Content as an article-author-for-hire. For more information on how Constant Content works, visit my author page.
Ezine Articles
I am an expert author on EzineArticles.com, a general database of articles covering hundreds of topics.
The Next Great Idea for your Novel
If I would finish every book I ever had an idea for, I'd have more credits to my name than Stephen King. Unfortunately, usually the ideas come to me at awful times. This is my lens on making sure those exciting book ideas don't slip away from you.
Self Publishing for Writers
This lens covers the basics on publishing your book and includes links to the most respected self-publishing sites available.
Editing & Publishing Resources for Writers
On this lens you can read about the most recent article submissions I've made to the Suite101 topic center as well as other information I've found and used on editing and publishing your book.
Out of Order
An article I wrote about writing out of order, and defying the beginning to end mentality.
Rediscover Your Passion
My June 2007 article for Inkwell Newswatch. The personal story of how I lost, and found, my passion for writing and the overall vision of my career.

Great Gift Ideas for Writers 

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What a Novel Idea Journal

This fun retro notebook is perfect for recording plot ideas, character details, and other book related notes.

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Paid to Make Stuff Up Messenger Bag

One of our most popular items! Reads, "i get paid to sit around all day, drink coffee, and make stuff up. i love my job!"

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writer. Jr. Raglan

A simple design that gets the point across. Simply reads, "writer."

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Fun "talking-heads" short story I wrote 

"It's your turn."
"No, I think it's your turn."
"I got the last one."
"Yeah, well I bought your last beer."
*sigh* "Alright, alright. Here hold my club."
"Sure thing, fancy pants."
"I don't want to get them wet."
"You're going to fall in."
"I'm NOT going to fall in..."
"Yes you are, I can see it now."
"You wanna go?"
"Bring it on!"
"Putz."
"Dork."
"Plaid....freak."
"You gonna get that ball or not?"
"Yeah, yeah..." *sigh* *wade*
"Hmm, your beer is delicious."
"What?"
"I said, 'That duck looks vicious.'"
"Are you drinking my beer?!"
"It's hot, I didn't want it to evaporate and go to waste."
"You have the lamest-ass excuses, you know that?"
"Oh yah? Well why don't you just not worry about my lame-ass excuses and wipe the duck crap off your leg."
"Ew, it won't come off.* *shudder* "Is that a leech?"
"I can see it now." *mocking* "So how was your day?" "Well, Tom waded around in a pond for twenty minutes, looking for his balls..."
"ONE ball..."
"...his ONE ball..."
*groan*
"...and then we spent two hours in the emergency room while he got the leech removed from his kneecap..."
"It's off now."
"You're bleeding."
"You're GOING to be bleeding if you don't back away from my beer."
"I paid for it."
*kerplunk* "Then I guess I don't owe you this."
*scowl* "Ohwwww..."
"That's right." *satisfied*
"That's ok, I have another one." *sip*
"You what?!"
"I go golfing with you, you think I only bring one ball??" *wipe*
"OH, man you suck!"
"Speaking of suck, reach down behind your left knee..."

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Wave to the Writer 

I'm furiously scribbling, er, typing away to meet deadline after deadline. Leave me a message of encouragement! Or ask a question, but be warned...it may be a while before I can get back to you. ;)

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    Trekkiemelissa Trekkiemelissa Apr 28, 2009 @ 7:47 pm
    Good lens. I have a novel in the workings, short stories and poems that I have yet to put altogether.
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    vanidiana vanidiana Nov 5, 2008 @ 2:08 am
    you're really a girl with fun! ^^
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    Jewelsofawe Jewelsofawe Aug 24, 2008 @ 4:14 pm
    Cool lens! 5 ***** It has useful information.
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    Warrenpeace21 Warrenpeace21 Oct 19, 2007 @ 4:50 am
    There is a lot of useful information on your site,this will be very useful for new writers.Keep writing and publishing, it is one of the best ways to make a difference in the world today.
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    gods_grace_notes gods_grace_notes Sep 11, 2007 @ 4:23 pm
    Hi Kimberly...Just flying by to help fan the winds of inspiration! I too, LOVE to write! I finally completed my first lens on my writing experience thus far; and was so happy to find your group! I have been pondering Lulu for some time; so I appreciate your recommendation! Great job! Connie : )
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