Tag: robin woods

• Writing Organically

  

  Pace is, I think, one of the toughest things to wrap your mind around as an author. The mechanics of writing can be learned; structure can be applied to give a story shape and direction. Tension and conflict can be created through character interaction. But pace can remain elusive no matter how many books you’ve written.

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  January 25, 2023

  Guest Posts, Writing, Writing Resources

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• Bad Habits for Characters

  

  No one is perfect, especially your characters. Use these handy lists to get inspired to mess someone up. I mean, give your characters relatable flaws. 😀

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  January 15, 2023

  Prompt Me Series, Writing, Writing Resources

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• BUSTING WRITER’S BLOCK

  

  Have you ever struggled to get words on the page? Here are 5 actionable steps for busting writer’s block and getting inspiration to flow.

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  January 9, 2023

  Education, Guest Posts, Writing, Writing Resources

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• 8 Tips to Improve Dialogue

  

  Dialogue is an integral part of any novel. Here are eight ways to upgrade your dialogue and avoid some newbie pitfalls.

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  January 5, 2023

  Education, Writing, Writing Resources

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• Reading Challenge 2023! Heck, Yeah!

  

  Add a twist to your reading list and complete these fabulous reading challenges! Four challenges to help diversify your 2023 reads.

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  January 3, 2023

  Allure, Books, Education

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• Interview with Author Beth Freely

  

  An Interview with award-winning author Beth A. Freely about origins, inspiration, characters, and playlists.

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  January 2, 2023

  Author Interviews

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• Favorite Writer Gifts

  

  As I update Christmas lists and unearth presents squirreled away in the depths of the closet, it got me thinking about my favorite writer gifts. Gift giving is definitely one of my love languages. I spend hours making gifts for others and I especially love combining thoughtful with practical. I make cheat sheets for myself […]

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  December 1, 2022

  Book Recommendations, MIsc.

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• Increase Traffic at Author Events

  

  Are you doing an author appearance? Here are some inexpensive (and free) ways to increase traffic at author events. Yay for books!

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  October 6, 2022

  Giveaways, Writing, Writing Resources

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• Florence Festival of Books Appearance!

  

  It’s actually happening! This is my first post-COVID appearance and I can’t wait! (Insert happy dance here). If you want to escape too the amazingly beautiful Oregon Coast (where you can hike the Hobbit Trail, visit lighthouses, and ATV on the dunes that inspired Frank Herbert) you are in luck! When and Where The Florence […]

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  September 12, 2022

  Appearances, My Life

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• Guest Post: Yoga for Writers—Release

  

  Yoga for Writers: Part 3: Refease. Taking effective breaks to increase productivity and creativity. Free article with video course. Be good to your body. www.RobinWoodsFiction.com

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  August 1, 2022

  Guest Posts, Health, MIsc.

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