When we start writing we’re all dewy eyed, super keen, and ready to knuckle down for some serious work. All too quickly the reality sets in, pessimism kicks you in the stomach, and things don’t look so rosy. Here are some tips to stay productive and get your book written.
Pen name, pseudonym, nom-de-plume, it seems the term for an author’s alternative name has many different names itself but it all boils down to one thing, a pretend name you use when writing your books. Why would you use one, and should you?
No one reads aloud nowadays, and sometimes it feels slow and uncomfortable. However, reading your book aloud, even if just to yourself, is a quick and easy way to reveal mistakes and necessary changes to your book that you wouldn’t have noticed before. Here’s why.
Shakespere once asked “What’s in a name?” and the answer is a lot. Names are very important when it comes to developing a character in your book, so there are certain rules that should be followed to make sure you get it right.