KN Magazine: Articles
Creating Your Personal and Business Road Map to Success as an Author! – Wrapping Up the Lessons Learned
In the final installment of her craft series, Pamela Ebel ties together the essential strategies for building a successful writing career—reminding us that writing is both an art and a business. From identifying your readership to managing contracts and sustaining long-term goals, this article provides a practical framework for mapping your personal and professional author journey.
Creating Your Personal and Business Road Map to Success as an Author!
Becoming a successful author requires more than just writing—it demands a strategic, business-minded approach. This article explores how to define personal and professional goals, understand the publishing industry, and avoid the trap of believing there’s only one right path to success.
Using a 500-Word Diet to Complete Your First Draft
Struggling to finish your first draft? Try the 500-Word Diet—a daily writing habit that’s realistic, flexible, and surprisingly effective. Learn how to treat your writing like self-care and finally reach the end of that manuscript.
Gotta Go Through It
Reflecting on the obstacles writers face, Chrissy explores how perseverance in the writing journey mirrors the message of “Going on a Bear Hunt”—you can’t go over it, can’t go under it, you’ve got to go through it.
Prepping for Killer Nashville: Top Tips for Attendees
Prepare for Killer Nashville with these top tips for attendees, from setting goals and creating your schedule to making lasting connections with industry professionals. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a seasoned author, these tips will help you maximize your experience.
The Art of Writing Fast (Part III)
In the final part of my three-part series on the Art of Writing Fast, I dive into the crucial aspects of when and where to fast write. Learn how to manage your time, create a productive writing environment, and develop the mindset necessary to write quickly and effectively.
The Art of Writing Fast (Part II)
In Part II of The Art of Writing Fast series, we move from the “why” to the “how.” Discover how planning, tracking, scheduling, and self-care can help you fast-draft your novel without burning out—or losing your mind.
Making Your Plan
Success doesn’t just happen—it’s built on a solid plan. From setting realistic goals to structuring timelines, this guide breaks down how to chart a writing career with intention, efficiency, and long-term momentum. Whether you're building your first series or aiming for one hundred stories, it all starts here.
Setting Goals
Goal-setting is a crucial part of a writer’s journey—one that ensures progress, focus, and alignment with purpose. This article shares key strategies for writers to set goals that reflect their values, keep them accountable, and help them thrive both creatively and professionally.
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