How To Write Better with Suzan St Maur
...whatever you need to write
Do you ever write snotty (i.e. pompous, patronising, condescending) words or phrases … I hope, by accident?
Meet the Snotties.
It’s alarmingly easy to write stuff you think is precise and correct, only to find that as far as your target audience is concerned you come across as a pretentious old/young goat.
Could be. [Read more…]
Many of us – in any number of job roles – are well used to working within a team, which might suggest that writers can work in a team in a similar way. Uh, uh: not necessarily. Why? Read on. If you need to collaborate with another worker – whether for business or other activity, for a blog, article, report, white paper, brochure, etc…here are some tips you might find helpful.
A camel is a horse designed (and written about) by a committee.
Probably the most difficult part of working within a team as one or two of the “writers,” is the way that these roles can become politically sensitive.
I was really flattered to be asked by the amazing Ali Moore, psychotherapist and coach at Bemoore, to feature in one of her Reconnection videos on YouTube.
Ali Moore
Ali’s Reconnection series, as the name suggests, explores times in people’s lives when they have – either voluntarily, coincidentally or accidentally – reconnected with themselves and others and so made substantial improvements to their happiness and wellbeing.
In this video, I share the time when, after many years focusing on advertising writing while writing and marketing my own books, [Read more…]
**Do you have a superb idea for a book, but don’t know how to go about writing and producing it?
**Does writing a book seem a lovely idea, but such a large project is a bit scary – especially if it’s your first one?
**Or … do you want to start a bit smaller with one or more booklets – and/or eBooks – to establish yourself and your credibility with a lesser commitment (and reduced cost?)
That wonderful feeling when your new book is actually published and out there…me with my latest. (And over-bleached hair – apologies.) Photo by Kate Everall .
**Do you wonder if there’s an audience for your book idea, and how to tailor it to appeal?
**Have you explored the idea of using a book publishing service but been scared off by publishing scammers? (And there are many…)
The bad news, is that writing a book today just adds to the millions of books out there all fighting for attention on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, other online outlets, plus the few large bricks-and-mortar outlets that still manage to keep their heads above water.
The good news, is that there are now several more ways to publish a book and none of them carry the old-fashioned stigma of “vanity publishing.” [Read more…]
Thinking of writing a fiction book? Here are some cold, hard yet still heart-warming facts about a successful writer’s journey, by millions-selling children’s author Sue Bentley whom I met at a recent book fair, and who kindly has shared her experiences and advice in this article.
Sue Bentley: If people like you and find you interesting, they will want to read your books
Here Sue tells it how it is, and was, so helping new authors get a realistic view of book writing – even from the top. Over to Sue…
Have people told you that you should write a book?
Do you feel you would like to write a book, but don’t know how to go about it?
Suzan St Maur and Jules White discuss how to write a book and get it published
Have you explored the idea of writing a book but been scared off by publishing scammers?
a.k.a. Suze
Welcome! Here on How To Write Better, you'll learn how to improve your writing of...
*Nonfiction
*Fiction
*Poetry
*Humour
*Speeches and Talks
*Wedding Speeches
*Social Writing
*Grammar
*Business
*Marketing
*Blogging
*Social Media
*Video and Audio
*Job Search
*Training
*and much more
... in more than 1,500 articles and tutorials by some of the English language's top writing experts. Find what you need in the SEARCH box top right and check out SUZE'S BOOKSHOP, too (on the tool bar.)
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Potty-mouthed "adult" poems to have you laughing your head off - preferably in the downstairs toilet or bathroom...by yours truly Suzan St Maur.
Amazon bestseller every Holiday Season since 2001! This little book is a firm favourite with horsey families and makes the ideal gift for anyone who loves riding. Compiled by Suzan St Maur.
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The no-bullsh*t guide to writing blogs that boost your brand, business and customer loyalty..."At long last, some common sense writing about how businesses can use blogging effectively." Written by Suzan St Maur.
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Science fiction with a sense of humour - HitchHiker's Guide To The Galaxy, eat your heart out. Brilliant story of love, work, the future and other crazy stuff by award-winning playwright Keith Trezise.
The bittersweet story of a young boy being bullied by his best friend, and how an incredible magic pen makes them see how life really should be. By S. L. Powell. Age group 8-12 yrs.
"This book is by no means all encompassing, but in it author Suzan St Maur has researched and shared several hundred of the most commonly used terms. Not only do we now know what they all mean but, where appropriate, we also learn their origins – some of which are fascinating and very surprising."
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At one time, advertising copywriters were almost the most important people in the ad business. Today, copywriting is offered as a side dish on most VAs‘ admin menus. What happened? Why has it become so badly devalued? Find out here ...
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Copywriting as an art has beem murdered by the cold, harsh realism of search engines, says bestselling author and former copywriter Suzan St Maur. Do you agree?This article is aimed at authors but actually holds true for many other professions. Some very good advice...
10 Tips for Using Social Media and Avoiding the "Cesspool"
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Many authors are running from social media because of the negativity and loss of privacy. But you don't have to. Here are 10 tips to avoid the "cesspool"Are you due to give a speech at a wedding this season, whether it's traditional, modern, crazy or just zany nuptials? Watch out for my shiny new eBook coming soon on HTWB ... "Wedding Speeches For Absolutely Everyone" ...! Out end April.
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