by Lois Hoffman | Sep 15, 2021 | Books, Writing
This week’s post is from award-winning poet Maria Masington about truth in writing. How honest can we be? The best poem I ever wrote has never been, nor will it ever be, published. My critique group and editor loved it, but it encroaches on the privacy of three...
by Lois Hoffman | Apr 14, 2021 | Books, Writing
Prepare to start your writing habit Mindset When starting any new good habit or rekindling an old one, a positive mindset is the first key to success. While this may sound elementary, you have to want the outcome of the positive changes. When you start a writing...
by Lois Hoffman | Mar 11, 2021 | Book Marketing, Books
A client of mine, Tom Garvey, recently hit what most would consider the author’s jackpot. His book, The Secret Apartment, hit #1 in three categories on Amazon, has been interviewed on radio programs and podcasts locally and across the country, and has offers to buy...
by hspbrandswan | Mar 3, 2020 | Books
Today’s readers are fortunate to have more books to choose from than ever before. The combination of an ever-increasing pool of writers, improved distribution, and the rise of self-publishing has created countless opportunities for authors and readers alike. The only...
by hspbrandswan | Apr 18, 2018 | Books, Writing
“What makes you vulnerable makes you beautiful.” – Brené Brown [bctt tweet=””What makes you vulnerable makes you beautiful.” – Brené Brown #interview #TheWidowNextDoor” username=”loishoffmande”] Researchers conclude the...
by hspbrandswan | Oct 22, 2015 | Books, Writing
In Tips for a Killer Book Launch (Part 1), we laid out the basics for getting your book launch event, well, launched. Here is Part II where you will find out what goes on at the event itself. Ask For Help Ask for help with the event. Because the focus is on you and...