Finite? Infinite? Overlapping? Learn about the different kinds of book series being written by contemporary authors! Part 1 of 4 in a Chanticleer Toolbox article on writing a book series with a spotlight on our Book Series Awards
Introducing the Hemingway Awards! Learn more about Hemingway as a person and as a writer, as well as see plenty of links to deepen your understanding.
The ins and outs of Unlikeable Characters and tips of what to do with them. Plus, helpful articles and handy links for improving writing craft.
Hear all about the most recent interview with DIY MFA (episode 378) where Kiffer Brown reveals her tips and advice to authors surrounding Book Reviews and Promotion. Plus, how to get a little bit more Amazon love to your books' selling pages.
Americana fiction are novels that help tell the history, culture and folklore of what makes Americans uniquely American. (Goodreads) We have noted some Americana works, which really shows the wide, incredible expanse, that Americana Fiction and history can transcend. We also touch on some uniquely American history with some great sources links.
Demystify social media. It's never too late to up your game or get started. Examples of what other Chanticleer authors do to expand their readership.
"Writing is like driving at night in the fog. You can only see as far as your headlights, but you can make the whole trip that way." Here are some tips to help you find your way. A personal look at what makes writing work best for one author.
Learning about Yom Kippur and celebrating books that feature elements of the Jewish Experience. Wishing A Good New Year and a Safe Fast to all our Jewish Friends at Chanticleer.
A brief history of Labor Day, and then on to some of our favorite books that touch on workers in the past, today, and looking toward the future! Thank you to essential workers everywhere! We see your continued work!
Breaking down the latest in Craft Book suggestions related to Conflict & Beats - full of helpful links and suggestions to bring out your best writing for your works.