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Writing Tips From Authors - And how they became published authors
EDITED VERSION All interview dialogue and written pieces are published as provided by the submitting author. These are the words from real authors sitting down for a chat to talk about their writing experiences. Patti Roberts. Dear reader, regardless to whether you are a budding writer, or a successfully published author, I hope you enjoy reading the stories, interviews and shared advice from some very talented people. I hope you find the information in this book not only interesting but also insightful. Perhaps you will take something interesting from this book that will assist you on your own writing journey. On behalf of all the authors involved, thank you, I hope you enjoy reading the book. Authors David Bishop – The Woman Suzy Turner - The Ghost Of Josiah Grimshaw Ella Medler – Blood Is Power. Kenneth Hoss - Deadly Storm. Patricia Puddle – Ominous Love. Tarek Hassan Refaat – Ribbons & Heels Elaine Raco Chase – Double Occupancy. Sasha Kildare – Dream Walking Barbara Watkins – Thorns Of An Innocent Soul Glenn Starkey.- Solomon’s Men Donya Lynne - All the King's Men Carlyle Labuschagne – The Broken Destiny Carole Sutton – Flash Harry Thom Locke.- The Ming Inheritance Suz Demello – Desire In Tartan Tabitha Ormiston-Smith – Gift Of Continence James Eggebeen - Foundling Wizard (Apprentice to Master) S. M. Hineline – Hunting Solease M Barner – Secrets Of The Ghosts Emerald Barnes – Read Me Dead Michelle A Horst – Vaalbara. The Land Of Shadows Peggy Holloway – Time and Time Again Patti Roberts – Paradox – Bound By Blood Lavinia Urban – ERIN. The Fire Goddess. The Beginning Annie Miles - Misled Tiffeny Moore – Past Unleashed
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Patti Roberts
108 books407 followersPatti Roberts is an Australian author and book cover designer based in Cairns, Queensland. She is the creative force behind Paradox Book Covers & Formatting and the author of the Witchwood Estate, Paradox, and Return to the Source series, as well as the contemporary drama, Whoever Said Love Was Easy? In the About Three Authors series. Patti writes across genres—from middle-grade adventure to young adult sci-fi and supernatural fantasy—often weaving together ancient mysteries, magical realism, and heartfelt characters.
Her vivid worldbuilding and cinematic storytelling have captivated readers around the world. Patti is also passionate about supporting fellow authors through her design studio, where she creates captivating book covers and interiors that bring stories to life.
When she’s not writing or designing, Patti enjoys creating plant-based food, reducing her footprint on the planet, exploring natural remedies, investigating unexplained phenomena, and envisioning a compassionate future shaped by curiosity, creativity, and consciousness.
Standalone contemporary romance, About Three Authors - Whoever said love was easy?
Non- fiction. Surviving Tracy, featuring true stories from survivors of Cyclone Tracy which devastated Darwin in the Northern Territory in 1974.
Her vivid worldbuilding and cinematic storytelling have captivated readers around the world. Patti is also passionate about supporting fellow authors through her design studio, where she creates captivating book covers and interiors that bring stories to life.
When she’s not writing or designing, Patti enjoys creating plant-based food, reducing her footprint on the planet, exploring natural remedies, investigating unexplained phenomena, and envisioning a compassionate future shaped by curiosity, creativity, and consciousness.
Standalone contemporary romance, About Three Authors - Whoever said love was easy?
Non- fiction. Surviving Tracy, featuring true stories from survivors of Cyclone Tracy which devastated Darwin in the Northern Territory in 1974.
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January 2, 2014
This book was so informational. I couldn't believe the advice authors gave to new authors or people wanting to get into writing books. It was such a joy to read their fears, and little things they do to make sure they produce the best book they can. I took away some valuable tips on how to write better, and even marketing a book. I had my paper in pen out as I read, writing down things I could do better, being a new author myself. I think this book is such good advice, and every author can always learn something new.
This book should be right on your desk as, you are typing, promoting, or editing your book. I love how the authors all gave something I can learn from. I will be recommending this book to people wanting to get into writing fiction. This is really GOOD ADVICE!
This book should be right on your desk as, you are typing, promoting, or editing your book. I love how the authors all gave something I can learn from. I will be recommending this book to people wanting to get into writing fiction. This is really GOOD ADVICE!
December 7, 2017
A Goodread. The book has author's interview unveiling the different chapters of their life and journey to a published author. A motivating read.
September 2, 2013
DEDICATION - This book is dedicated to all those souls that spend hours, days, months, even years with the sole purpose of entertaining others with the written word.
Dear reader, regardless to whether you are a budding writer, or a successfully published author, I hope you enjoy reading the stories, interviews and shared advice from some very talented people. I hope you find the information in this book not only interesting but also insightful. Perhaps you will takeaway something that will assist you on your own writing journey. And for those published authors that would like to share their story with others, you can contact me on pattiroberts7@gmail.com anytime.
On behalf of all the authors involved, thank you, enjoy the book.
For further information regarding this publication, Writing Tips From Authors, you can contact Patti Roberts at pattiroberts7@gmail.com or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PattiParadox
Dear reader, regardless to whether you are a budding writer, or a successfully published author, I hope you enjoy reading the stories, interviews and shared advice from some very talented people. I hope you find the information in this book not only interesting but also insightful. Perhaps you will takeaway something that will assist you on your own writing journey. And for those published authors that would like to share their story with others, you can contact me on pattiroberts7@gmail.com anytime.
On behalf of all the authors involved, thank you, enjoy the book.
For further information regarding this publication, Writing Tips From Authors, you can contact Patti Roberts at pattiroberts7@gmail.com or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PattiParadox
September 2, 2013
An informative and enlightening compendium from twenty-six published authors - and all for less than the price of an average coffee. Brilliant fun. I was entertained by the stories and anecdotes in each of the authors' publishing journeys, and it was interesting to see the various walks of life that culminated with the same thing: writing.
This book is not a manual of how to write; more of an informal chat between friends. Reading it felt heart-warming, like a twenty-six person group hug. If you feel lonely on your writing journey, or simply wonder 'how it is' for someone else, read it. You'll be glad you did.
Many thanks to the person who pulled it all together and took time away from her own projects to publish such a gem of a book, Patti Roberts. In an age when everyone is in a hurry and few stop to help, Patti's friendliness and dedication to her fellow writers is unquestionable and unconditional. Highly recommended.
This book is not a manual of how to write; more of an informal chat between friends. Reading it felt heart-warming, like a twenty-six person group hug. If you feel lonely on your writing journey, or simply wonder 'how it is' for someone else, read it. You'll be glad you did.
Many thanks to the person who pulled it all together and took time away from her own projects to publish such a gem of a book, Patti Roberts. In an age when everyone is in a hurry and few stop to help, Patti's friendliness and dedication to her fellow writers is unquestionable and unconditional. Highly recommended.
September 2, 2013
A great manual for aspiring writers, especially ones interested in self publishing. I would have loved a book full of tips from published authors when I was ready to publish. I've enjoyed reading it and there are some great ideas I didn't know about, so thank you Patti Roberts. You always come up with great ideas to help your fellow authors, and the price is amazing.
September 2, 2013
LOVED IT!!!!
This book was very informative and well written.
Thank you to all the Authors for sharing and helping us newbies out.
Great job.
This book was very informative and well written.
Thank you to all the Authors for sharing and helping us newbies out.
Great job.
December 12, 2017
A collection of author interviews.
Many good tips and advice on writing and promotion.
Patricia Puddle of "Ominous Love" - I turned my memoirs of a mischievous child into many fictitious children’s tales, then posted the first chapter on the Writing For Kids forum on the Absolute write Water Cooler web site. Of course, my spelling was atrocious and my commas were in the wrong place. I knew I’d get laughed at, but I didn’t care, after all, they couldn’t see me. But I was shocked when the members didn’t complain about my bad grammar. Instead they taught me how to correct it, but the best thing was they laughed at my stories and encouraged me to add more. That was it. I was addicted and I posted chapter after chapter, day and night, but I soon learned not to keep editing my own story every half hour. The other writers complained and told me that a critique takes a long while and that they were sacrificing their own time to do it. They were annoyed when they came back to post their critique of my work to find that I’d already edited my own chapter and re posted it. Ooops! They said I should wait until all the critiques were up before editing it. I soon caught on, and I also learned that critiquing other writers is the best way to learn most things about writing, and that even I had something to add. I found I was good at action, dialogue, comedy, and characters. Every writer has her own unique talent for something. All critiques serve a purpose.
Glenn Starkey of "Mr. Charon" - I dislike the old manner of outlining a book as was often taught years ago. I use my own form of outlining. I doodle and scribble on pieces of paper, placing thoughts about a novel on paper, then draw circles around them and connect them with lines from one circle to the next. Sounds awkward, but amazingly works for me. In the end, I have my novel mapped out with highlights of how I want the story to flow. Then I fly by the seat of my pants while writing the novel, modifying my notes as I go along. I’ve also used index cards to write out individual scenes. Once done, I spread the cards on a table and examine them for continuity of the story. Some people may call this ‘story boarding.’
One bit of advice about the usage of the internet is DO NOT FLOOD social websites such as Facebook and Twitter with the same old ‘catchy ad lines’ followed by “Please, please buy my book.” After reading an indie author’s countless pleadings to buy his book, readers will begin to skip over them or delete them because they have becomes pest on the websites. My email inbox overflows daily with website messages from authors and I have a list of people I automatically delete when I see their names associated with an email. Be professional about your marketing. Look to see what is working and what is not. Write a variety of professional ads about your book. The best advertising comes from your readers spreading good news and remarks about your work.
Many good tips and advice on writing and promotion.
Patricia Puddle of "Ominous Love" - I turned my memoirs of a mischievous child into many fictitious children’s tales, then posted the first chapter on the Writing For Kids forum on the Absolute write Water Cooler web site. Of course, my spelling was atrocious and my commas were in the wrong place. I knew I’d get laughed at, but I didn’t care, after all, they couldn’t see me. But I was shocked when the members didn’t complain about my bad grammar. Instead they taught me how to correct it, but the best thing was they laughed at my stories and encouraged me to add more. That was it. I was addicted and I posted chapter after chapter, day and night, but I soon learned not to keep editing my own story every half hour. The other writers complained and told me that a critique takes a long while and that they were sacrificing their own time to do it. They were annoyed when they came back to post their critique of my work to find that I’d already edited my own chapter and re posted it. Ooops! They said I should wait until all the critiques were up before editing it. I soon caught on, and I also learned that critiquing other writers is the best way to learn most things about writing, and that even I had something to add. I found I was good at action, dialogue, comedy, and characters. Every writer has her own unique talent for something. All critiques serve a purpose.
Glenn Starkey of "Mr. Charon" - I dislike the old manner of outlining a book as was often taught years ago. I use my own form of outlining. I doodle and scribble on pieces of paper, placing thoughts about a novel on paper, then draw circles around them and connect them with lines from one circle to the next. Sounds awkward, but amazingly works for me. In the end, I have my novel mapped out with highlights of how I want the story to flow. Then I fly by the seat of my pants while writing the novel, modifying my notes as I go along. I’ve also used index cards to write out individual scenes. Once done, I spread the cards on a table and examine them for continuity of the story. Some people may call this ‘story boarding.’
One bit of advice about the usage of the internet is DO NOT FLOOD social websites such as Facebook and Twitter with the same old ‘catchy ad lines’ followed by “Please, please buy my book.” After reading an indie author’s countless pleadings to buy his book, readers will begin to skip over them or delete them because they have becomes pest on the websites. My email inbox overflows daily with website messages from authors and I have a list of people I automatically delete when I see their names associated with an email. Be professional about your marketing. Look to see what is working and what is not. Write a variety of professional ads about your book. The best advertising comes from your readers spreading good news and remarks about your work.
August 12, 2017
This was an interesting read, and there are a lot of useful information in this book. However, some of the authors that participated didn't really offer much insight. I think the book would have been even better if some of the authors had been removed, so there could be more of a focus to those authors who really were able to give some insight into the job that is writing.
August 8, 2015
This little book is packed with useful tips from working writers, and should be on every new writer's bookshelf.
There are some wonderfully trenchant comments in particular from David Bishop and Donya Lynne on so-called "writer's block", and on writing in general. I can't resist quoting a couple:
"The most successful way to market your work is to write it exceedingly well." (David Bishop on marketing)
"You can't edit nothing, but you can always edit crap" (Donya Lynne on keeping at it)
"Turn it off" - Donya Lynne on Facebook when writing
"My plumber doesn't only fix my plumbing problems on mornings when it isn't raining and when the moon was full the night before." (David Bishop on writer's block)
Interestingly, I was very surprised to note how few of the featured authors had apparently chosen to have their contributions edited. As a working editor myself, I was especially narked that one writer who is my client did not ask me to cast an eye over it. But, edited or not, the many different viewpoints in this collection were refreshing and there is good advice there for everyone.
There are some wonderfully trenchant comments in particular from David Bishop and Donya Lynne on so-called "writer's block", and on writing in general. I can't resist quoting a couple:
"The most successful way to market your work is to write it exceedingly well." (David Bishop on marketing)
"You can't edit nothing, but you can always edit crap" (Donya Lynne on keeping at it)
"Turn it off" - Donya Lynne on Facebook when writing
"My plumber doesn't only fix my plumbing problems on mornings when it isn't raining and when the moon was full the night before." (David Bishop on writer's block)
Interestingly, I was very surprised to note how few of the featured authors had apparently chosen to have their contributions edited. As a working editor myself, I was especially narked that one writer who is my client did not ask me to cast an eye over it. But, edited or not, the many different viewpoints in this collection were refreshing and there is good advice there for everyone.
September 17, 2018
If you’re looking for timely advice to assist you in writing your first or fifth novel, this book is for you. Written not in chapters but per interviews to include Kenneth Hoss, Ella Medler, Patricia Puddle, Suez Demello, Tabitha Ormiston-Smith, Emerald Barnes, and other great authors. Subjects include editing, writer’s block, and information about each author. The questions are the same for each author, however, they all deliver a wealth of information that is beneficial to new and experienced authors alike. Patti even divulges information about her own experiences as a writer. If you’re in the industry or even thinking about writing this book is a must read; you can thank me later.
June 25, 2014
I actually read this last month, but had an attack of the lazies in not adding it to my goodreads. This book is an insight to other authors views about writing, editing and publishing, along with a few other things. What this book did for me was to point out that my method of doing things is neither right or wrong... It just is. It also opened new ideas to me that I could look at incorporating into my current methods for writing. Read this with an open mind. You just might find you aren't the only one to write the way you do.
October 22, 2013
Patti Roberts did a wonderful job of putting together the information given by some of the best indie authors. It was interesting to read about writing from so many other point os view.
September 10, 2020
Writing tips from Authors (For writers and authors Book 2)
It gave a lot of great tips on writing in the beginning of the book. However, many of these other authors in this book have a lot of different ideas. At times, it is helpful and also confusing to the reader. I would recommend this book of you like to write. Perhaps, you have to read this book more than once to get something out of it.
It gave a lot of great tips on writing in the beginning of the book. However, many of these other authors in this book have a lot of different ideas. At times, it is helpful and also confusing to the reader. I would recommend this book of you like to write. Perhaps, you have to read this book more than once to get something out of it.
July 18, 2020
Insightful as it claims.
Given the number of authors, and the differing opinions, it might get confusing to someone new to writing. It really depends on the person what would work for them. Not everyone is the same. Overall, it's a really good book.
Given the number of authors, and the differing opinions, it might get confusing to someone new to writing. It really depends on the person what would work for them. Not everyone is the same. Overall, it's a really good book.
February 21, 2019
Informative with really good tips.
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