When we hear the word “hybrid” most of us know that it pertains to the blending of two or more elements. Think of how a hybrid vehicle utilizes a blend of gas and electric power, for example. When we talk of hybrid publishing, it represents the fusing of both the...
As we are all well aware, we happen to live in an argumentative society. For this reason, authors often include a book disclaimer, also referred to as a copyright disclaimer, on the copyright page. The disclaimer acts as a safeguard against the possibility of a...
There are many attractive benefits for indie writers who choose the self-publishing route. One of the top advantages to choosing this pathway to publication is the freedom you have to expand the distribution of your book in various ways. Meanwhile, as the author, you...
1. When did you first know you wanted to be a writer? I made up stories at a very young age. Mine were stories of my imagination. I loved making up explanations for things. The first story I put in writing was about how the toucan got his colorful peak. (After...
Tell us a little about yourself. I was born and raised at Fort Knox, Kentucky and that is where my earliest writing endeavors began. I have written my entire life in some format; short stories, poems with one of my favorites being the Haiku. I write what strikes me...
Great poetry is a work of art. It sounds pretty, and it looks pretty. A well-crafted poem stirs the soul and ignites the mind. The author of a poem has a unique literary skillset, some employing very interesting mechanics and others relying on established poetic...