Author: Jennifer Harshman

Here you’ll find over 50 writing prompts to try. Whether you’re writing fiction or nonfiction, writing a book you decided on, or an article you were assigned, sooner or later, you’re going to hit a wall. You’re going to need something to spark that creativity again, and writing prompts can help. You can find ideas …

Project Management for Writers by Terry Stafford is the book that authors and aspiring writers everywhere need, whether they’ve been aware of that fact or not. Writing a book is quite an undertaking. There are several stages that each have multiple steps in them. Most book projects also have more than one person involved in …

The Power of Personal Experience in Nonfiction Writing The power of personal experience in nonfiction writing can provide the flavor for  a book. Sharing firsthand knowledge in nonfiction can make your writing stand out and be more memorable. Your own stories and insights can help you connect with your readers on a deeper level and …

Virtual coworking spaces, often called online coworking spaces, are often the best and most viable option for writers and authors as well as others who work from home or are digital nomads. These spaces offer a range of benefits, from providing a sense of community to boosting productivity. In this article, we’ll explore some of …

How to conduct research for nonfiction Do you ever wonder how to conduct research for nonfiction books and blog posts? That’s the topic here today. To be successful in writing a nonfiction book, you need to gather a lot of information. The best way to do this is to research. You can do this by …

This post is about the importance of research in nonfiction writing. When writing nonfiction, research is a necessary part of the process, but it doesn’t always have to take place immediately before you write your blog post or book. It’s possible that you have been researching your topic for years. Often, when this is the …

Nonfiction Writing Style When it comes to nonfiction writing, there are different styles to choose from. Choosing the right one can make or break your book. Whether you’re looking to write a memoir, a how-to book, or another type of nonfiction, there are certain elements that must be present in order to create a compelling …

Scented candles for focus Using scented candles for focus A post related to this one addresses the fact that environment affects productivity. In it, I said I’d tell you about why using scented candles for focus is a choice I made to help me be more productive. I use two scented candles, one on either …

Real artists don’t starve. How can someone say that? Why would they? This is a website about baking (books), so of course a book that revolves around creating and metaphorically eating enough should be featured here. If you serve others well, you deserve to eat, too. The images of the book are clickable links that …

What does it take to write a book in 12 weeks? To accomplish any given goal, you must have certain tools or equipment, and you must do certain things. This is certainly true for anyone who wants to participate in Your Book Bakery: 12 Weeks to a Nonfiction Manuscript. Before you commit to something, you …