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The Indie Author Project

Posted on November 11, 2022March 30, 2023 by Jami Fairleigh

When I submitted Oil and Dust to the Indie Author Project, I hoped it would bring librarian attention to my books. I never expected to win the Washington Author Project regional contest. What Is the Indie Author Project? The mission...Read More

When Between Writing Projects

Posted on November 4, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

Right now, I'm between writing projects. My editor has Charcoal and Smoke, and while I could continue drafting Ink and Waves, I don't enjoy juggling multiple projects. If, like me, you're between writing projects, here are ten productive writing-related activities...Read More

Character Goals and Motivations

Posted on October 28, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

In our last week of prepping for NaNoWriMo, it's time to ponder your character's goals and motivations. For previous "Preptober" articles, check out How to develop Your Story Idea, Develop Your Characters, and 50 Questions to Build Your Fictional World....Read More

50 Questions to Build Your Fictional World

Posted on October 21, 2022October 28, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

All writers world build. Although sometimes attributed to science fiction and fantasy writers, anyone who creates a fictional community or describes an imaginary setting is world building. The goal when world building is to create an authentic setting that can...Read More

Develop Your Characters

Posted on October 14, 2022October 28, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

Stories are about characters. Who they are, what they did, and why they did it drives your story forward and keeps your readers hooked until the end. Even if you're writing plot-driven tales, your readers should care about, or at...Read More

How to Develop Your Story Idea

Posted on October 7, 2022October 28, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

It's October, and if you're considering joining in the NaNoWriMo fun this year, it's time to develop your story idea! Assuming you're not already brimming with ideas, here are ten ways to generate them. But once you do land on...Read More

Book Review: Understanding Conflict by Janice Hardy

Posted on September 30, 2022April 12, 2024 by Jami Fairleigh

If you've ever received feedback that your story lacks conflict or tension, check out Understanding Conflict by Janice Hardy. She's an author of both fiction and nonfiction and you may remember her from a few weeks ago when I shared...Read More

5 Reasons To Restart Your Pleasure Reading

Posted on September 23, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

In the Pacific Northwest, not only does autumn herald the return of holiday-flavored coffee drinks, but of reading weather. When I'm not working on my books, one of my favorite fall activities is to curl up in my chair with...Read More

A Moment to Grieve Otis

Posted on September 16, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

This week, we had to say goodbye to Otis, one of our parrots. Though he was elderly, the loss was sudden and unexpected. It's been a tough, emotional time so I'm giving myself a bit of grace and skipping my...Read More

How to Animate Marketing Content for Your Books

Posted on September 9, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

Have you ever wondered how people animate content to market their books? As I've deepened my interest in digital art, I embarked on a journey to learn how it's done. Here's one I made to celebrate the 1 year publication...Read More

Lessons Learned After Publishing My Debut

Posted on September 2, 2022September 2, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

Yesterday was Oil and Dust's "book birthday", aka its one year publication anniversary, which made me think about the lessons I've learned over the past year. During the past twelve months, I've published two books and have a third nearly...Read More

Give Yourself Grace With Your Writing

Posted on August 26, 2022September 2, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

If you've struggled with feelings of writing-related anxiety, guilt, or shame, know that you're not alone... and it's time to give yourself grace. As a part-time writer, I struggle to find balance. There aren't enough minutes in an hour, hours...Read More