Writing and publishing children's books is an art form. Unlock your creativity with this guide for how to get started writing a children's book. Discover tips on thesis statements, subject matter, and outlining to captivate young readers.
Read moreKatie Lewis Creative is back, baby.
After more than a year away to care for my son's complex medical needs, I'm back. Katie Lewis Creative is now booking for your freelance copywriting and content marketing projects.
Read moreI've only gotten rejections. Should I give up?
I get the question regularly: How many rejections is too many? When do I stop submitting the story I wrote — or give up on writing entirely?
Let’s talk about why rejections are actually good, how to reframe them, and why you should hold onto any scrap of constructive feedback.
Read moreWrite like you speak
Your writing can be articulate without being stiff, and there’s an easy way to get there.
For those of us who are prone to spiral over being misunderstood, reading aloud whatever type of message you’re about to send adds a layer of mental health comfort that can’t be underestimated.
Read moreHow to get started as a freelance writer
Beginning a career as a freelance writer is actually fairly straightforward. Get the answers to your burning questions about where to find jobs, how to create ongoing business relationships, and ensure you make money.
No more writing as a hobby — it’s go time.
Read moreMaximize your business blog to rank higher in Google
Using your blog to build professional authority and reputation is one of the best ways to consistently show up for your audience and climb the ranks of search result pages.
Sound daunting? Nah. I’ve broken it down for all us creative types, so let’s get to learning!
Read more2 ways to become a world champion of story pitches
There’s a formula to successful freelance story pitches. Here are two tips to get a publication or company to buy your writing work.
Read moreAnyone can be a creative writer (it's proven)
Creative writing can be about anything! Yay! Huzzah!
This is not a blog post about focusing your plot. This is a blog post about freedom.
Phew. A lofty statement, that one, am I right? But here’s the deal: So many of us (like, sooo many) sit down to write and are stricken by the belief that it must look a certain way. But it doesn’t!
Read moreDo I need an author website?
Wherever you are in your path to publication, at some point, you’ll wonder if creating an author website is a necessity.
TL;DR Sure, why not? :) Let’s talk about what to include on a writing website.
Read moreFormat your manuscript submission the right way
When a literary agent requests your full or partial manuscript, how you format your book manuscript matters. Formatting a novel for submission — title page, spacing, alignment — shows you take the process seriously and are considerate of the reading agent’s time.
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