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Are you looking for writing competitions? Check these out

Published on November 9, 2016November 2, 2016 by Jean M. Cogdell6 Comments

I haven’t submitted to any all year.

Just too busy with life events and trying to get my next children’s picture book published.

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But if you’re ready, brave and willing here are places to submit your story during November and December.

Good luck!

November 2016 Type: Fiction (Short Short Story) Hosted by: Writer’s Digest Deadline: November 15, 2016 (early-bird) Entry Fee: $20 Type: Fiction (Fall) Hosted by: The Masters Review Deadline: Novem…

Source: November/December 2016 Writing Contests

When was the last time you submitted a story for publication?

Do you submit to a lot of contests or magazines?

I’d love to hear from you, let me know how you’re doing! Leave a comment or click the “write me” tab or look for me on Twitter @jeancogdell, Facebook at jean.cogdell and Amazon.com, stop by and say hey! The lights are on, and I’m waiting.

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Five things I know for sure about writing

Published on November 7, 2016November 7, 2016 by Jean M. Cogdell14 Comments

Sometimes I think the more I write, read and study about writing, the less I really know.

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But here are 5 things I know for sure!

Writing is hard. Not for the faint of heart.
It takes time, lots of time. Husbands sometimes feels neglected. Sigh…
Writing can be fun, but not always. (See #1)
Writing every day does not always lead to success. But it helps.
Just because I write a good story doesn’t mean anyone will read it.

What about you? What 5 things do you know for sure?

What have you learned this year about writing?

Need inspiration? Keep reading…

25 THINGS EVERY WRITER SHOULD KNOW

What I Know For Sure About Writing

What I know about Writing

3 Things You Need to Know Before You Start Writing

I’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment or click the “write me” tab or look for me on Twitter @jeancogdell, Facebook at jean.cogdell and Amazon.com, stop by and say hey! The lights are on, and I’m waiting.

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10 Things to Know About Twitter Today

Do you need help with blogging ideas?

Published on November 4, 2016November 3, 2016 by Jean M. Cogdell17 Comments

I don’t know about you, but sometimes when I try to think of a new blog, and like a dry well, I come up empty. well-145661_640

My brain can’t think of a damn thing y’all might want to know.

Does that ever happen to you?

I’ve got story ideas, but some days the blogging ideas just won’t come.

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Well, if that’s the case, head over to See Jane Write and…

Let’s #bloglikecrazy!

She’ll give you a bunch of tips on keeping your blog fresh and current.

Need more? Keep reading!

Blog Post Ideas for Writers: Solving the “What Do I Blog About?” Conundrum by Kimberley Grabas

47 BLOG POST IDEAS FOR WRITERS, CREATIVES, AND BLOGGERS by CATHY PRESLAND

101 Fabulous Blog Topic Ideas by Molly Greene

40 Blog Post Ideas For Novelists, Poets, And Creative Writers

Where do you find blogging ideas?

How do you write a blog post day after day?

I’d love to know!

Leave a comment or click the “write me” tab or look for me on Twitter @jeancogdell, Facebook at jean.cogdell and Amazon.com, stop by and say hey! The lights are on, and I’m waiting.

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Do you know how to publish an ebook with pictures?

Published on November 2, 2016March 25, 2018 by Jean M. Cogdell38 Comments

Using MS-Word?

Success at last! When I loaded it up to KDP, everything worked!

If you write children’s books or comic books, I’m sure you’ve heard of Kindle Kids’ Book Creator. This program is terrific. However, the program limits which electronic devices that can open and read the book.

I wanted my picture books to be available on e-readers and tablets. I found out after using KKBC for A Most Reluctant Princess; this wasn’t possible. Using KKBC limits which electronic devices available. Since publishing my first picture book, I’ve read tips, blogs, instructions, and watched videos searching a way to use MS-Word.

No one had the answers I needed. So, I began experimenting until I figured out a process that worked.

My new book, A Reluctant Little Prince, in e-book form, is written on MS-Word and can be read on a Kindle. Yay!