My first published book was a short story titled Murder in Blue Lake and was the result of a “first line” writing prompt. I’d like to share what that prompt was, however as I published the story in 2016, I cannot recall it. But, just for fun, here are the opening paragraphs. "No shit, there I was, standing in front of the body...the one I'd made love to every night in my dreams. She was still beautiful, in a creepy sort of way. I couldn't believe she was dead. Her body didn't seem real...

My first published book was a short story titled Murder in Blue Lake and was the result of a “first line” writing prompt. I’d like to share what that prompt was, however as I published the story in 2016, I cannot recall it. But, just for fun, here are the opening paragraphs. "No shit, there I was, standing in front of the body...the one I'd made love to every night in my dreams. She was still beautiful, in a creepy sort of way. I couldn't believe she was dead. Her body didn't seem real...

Non-Fiction Book Editing Process Use the following editing process to make your book the best it can be. Note that typos can and do slip through, so if a reader points one out to you, thank them. Then, because you’re publishing this yourself, if you feel it’s worthwhile, correct it and upload a new version. Otherwise, keep in mind that as long as you have done the best you can, that’s all you can do.

Non-Fiction Book Editing Process Use the following editing process to make your book the best it can be. Note that typos can and do slip through, so if a reader points one out to you, thank them. Then, because you’re publishing this yourself, if you feel it’s worthwhile, correct it and upload a new version. Otherwise, keep in mind that as long as you have done the best you can, that’s all you can do.

I’m in the process of creating a plan. A plan to keep on writing AND a plan to keep on publishing!For example, I’ve got a short story completed that ...

I’m in the process of creating a plan. A plan to keep on writing AND a plan to keep on publishing!For example, I’ve got a short story completed that ...

NOTE: PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED ON MY SUBSTACK at accooperwrites.substack dot com.*** I made a note here in my Substack about a topic I wanted to discuss at a later date. Welcome later date!And that note said [minus the typos]…“Why rules for writing should be more like suggestions that you consider. Toss what doesn’t work for you, as long as it creates a story that you love.” I stand by that idea for two reasons.1. I’m a pantser and find it SO HARD to write an entire story without editing before r...

NOTE: PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED ON MY SUBSTACK at accooperwrites.substack dot com.*** I made a note here in my Substack about a topic I wanted to discuss at a later date. Welcome later date!And that note said [minus the typos]…“Why rules for writing should be more like suggestions that you consider. Toss what doesn’t work for you, as long as it creates a story that you love.” I stand by that idea for two reasons.1. I’m a pantser and find it SO HARD to write an entire story without editing before r...

There's no shortage of writing tools out there, and two of my favorites are Scrivener and Atticus. While it may seem redundant to have two tools that offer similar features, I'm all about making things easier whenever possible.ScrivenerI've had Scrivener for a while now, and while I'm a pantser, it took me a while to figure out how to incorporate it into my workflow. I say that, because so much of the writing advice out there in regard to Scrivener is from people who plot. I also plot, howeve...

There's no shortage of writing tools out there, and two of my favorites are Scrivener and Atticus. While it may seem redundant to have two tools that offer similar features, I'm all about making things easier whenever possible.ScrivenerI've had Scrivener for a while now, and while I'm a pantser, it took me a while to figure out how to incorporate it into my workflow. I say that, because so much of the writing advice out there in regard to Scrivener is from people who plot. I also plot, howeve...

Photo by Josh Applegate on UnsplashUnless you were born with a silver spoon in your mouth (or are married to someone with said spoon), then you've had...

Photo by Josh Applegate on UnsplashUnless you were born with a silver spoon in your mouth (or are married to someone with said spoon), then you've had...

Had a few thoughts this morning about why I love stories so much. Aside from the escapism, I enjoy fiction because problems are solved within the pag...

Had a few thoughts this morning about why I love stories so much. Aside from the escapism, I enjoy fiction because problems are solved within the pag...

Fear. Fear is what powers the beast known as perfectionism. It's a horrid creature, always lurking in the dark recesses of our minds, waiting to poun...

Fear. Fear is what powers the beast known as perfectionism. It's a horrid creature, always lurking in the dark recesses of our minds, waiting to poun...

If you're reading this, I've not given up on getting a writing and publishing habit going. However, a quick view of the last time I published here mi...

If you're reading this, I've not given up on getting a writing and publishing habit going. However, a quick view of the last time I published here mi...