The Writer's Help Desk

We're up to episode 6 in this season of The Writer's Help Desk, and this episode is part 2 in my discussion about publishing and what went on in the background, behind the scenes, to get The Rose A Reality TV Romance published. I take you behind the curtain to see how unexpected life things happened, how changing my day job was meant to help me have more time for writing but didn't and the minefield of logistics and mental gymnastics that it takes to get published. There's a whole lot of encouragement in this episode, too, because writing a book and publishing it is HARD!

In this season of The Writer's Help Desk, I'm taking you Behind the Scenes so you can see the processes that I used to get from idea to published with my up-and-coming novel The Rose A Reality TV Romance.

There are lots of things I learnt, things that worked really well, that I use now when I'm writing my new books. There are things I would do differently, too.

This season takes you inside my life, a sneak peek at what was going on life-wise in my world as I wrote The Rose, and gives you some encouragement that you can do it too!

For more information about The Rose A Reality TV Romance, and to tell me your thoughts and ask me your questions - head to DustyStories.com

Thanks for listening!
CWD + Zoe Shackleton ;)

PS: If you want your free download of The Rose Extras, 11 Behind the Scenes Short Stories from The Rose A Reality TV romance, then head to DustyStories.com

PPS: If you're wanting to work with me email me at [email protected] or find me on Facebook @TheWritersHelpDesk

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Episode 5 it's time to delve into the publishing process and all the things I learnt taking my novel from manuscript through to something that resembles what you would find in a book store or library.

I cover things like covers, genre, formatting, pen names and lessons I learnt along the way!

In this season of The Writer's Help Desk, I'm taking you Behind the Scenes so you can see the processes that I used to get from idea to published with my up-and-coming novel The Rose A Reality TV Romance.

There are lots of things I learnt, things that worked really well, that I use now when I'm writing my new books. There are things I would do differently, too.

This season takes you inside my life, a sneak peek at what was going on life-wise in my world as I wrote The Rose, and gives you some encouragement that you can do it too!

For more information about The Rose A Reality TV Romance, and to tell me your thoughts and ask me your questions - head to DustyStories.com or DustyDreamerHQ.com

Thanks for listening!
CWD + Zoe Shackleton ;)

PS: If you want your free download of The Rose Extras, 11 Behind the Scenes Short Stories from The Rose A Reality TV romance, then head to DustyStories.com 

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In this season of The Writer's Help Desk, I'm taking you Behind the Scenes so you can see the processes that I used to get from idea to published with my up-and-coming novel The Rose A Reality TV Romance.

There are lots of things I learnt, things that worked really well, that I use now when I'm writing my new books. There are things I would do differently, too.

In episode 4 I delve into editing, when to know when to stop, the psychology of getting published, and one BIG lesson I learnt along the way.

This season takes you inside my life, a sneak peek at what was going on life-wise in my world as I wrote The Rose, and gives you some encouragement that you can do it too!

For more information about The Rose A Reality TV Romance, and to tell me your thoughts and ask me your questions - head to DustyStories.com

Thanks for listening!
CWD + Zoe Shackleton ;)

PS: If you want your free download of The Rose Extras, 11 Behind the Scenes Short Stories from The Rose A Reality TV romance, then head to DustyStories.com 

Support the show

In this season of The Writer's Help Desk, I'm taking you Behind the Scenes so you can see the processes that I used to get from idea to published with my up-and-coming novel The Rose A Reality TV Romance.

There are lots of things I learnt, things that worked really well, that I use now when I'm writing my new books. There are things I would do differently, too.

In episode 3 I delve into what changed between my 1st draft of my novel The Rose A Reality TV Romance and the final story.  But more important than what changed, for your learning, is why. Why did I choose to make specific changes? Did it make the book better? And how you can turn your ok 1st draft into a killer final ready to publish manuscript!

This season takes you inside my life, a sneak peek at what was going on life-wise in my world as I wrote The Rose, and gives you some encouragement that you can do it too!

For more information about The Rose A Reality TV Romance, and to tell me your thoughts and ask me your questions - head to DustyStories.com

Thanks for listening!
CWD + Zoe Shackleton ;)

PS: If you want your free download of The Rose Extras, 11 Behind the Scenes Short Stories from The Rose A Reality TV romance, then head to DustyStories.com 

Support the show

In this season of The Writer's Help Desk, I'm taking you Behind the Scenes so you can see the processes that I used to get from idea to published with my up-and-coming novel The Rose A Reality TV Romance.

There are lots of things I learnt, things that worked really well, that I use now when I'm writing my new books. There are things I would do differently, too.

This takes you inside my life, a sneak peek at what was going on life-wise in my world as I wrote The Rose, and gives you some encouragement that you can do it too!

For more information about The Rose A Reality TV Romance and to tell me your thoughts and ask me your questions - head to DustyStories.com

Thanks for listening!
CWD + Zoe Shackleton ;)

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If you've ever wondered how a novel is written, I'm about to show you step by step my process. Taking you behind the scenes of my new novel, The Rose - A Reality Tv Romance.

In Episode 1, I'm talking all about my idea, where it came from, why it worked and something I've learnt from reflecting on why this idea worked for me.

Leave your comments and questions, or just say hi at @thewritershelpdesk (Facebook) or email [email protected]

And if you want to join our epic mailing list for exclusive content and Behind The Scenes action, head to http://www.DustyDreamerHQ.com/the-writers-help-desk

And if you want more info on how you can get your hands on The Rose head to dustystories.com

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If you don't trust yourself, you look outside yourself for answers. What happens when you, as the writer, are the one who is supposed to have the answers to the story you want to write but instead of taking ownership of your story, you look to others for the answers?
Ultimately you end up writing someone else's story... Sounds fun, right? No, not really. The whole point of writing is to express your own thoughts and ideas and make these end up in some kind of form others might want to read.

So, you ultimately decide what goes in your writing. But how do you get to that point? How do you be ok with your opinions and your instincts for what your story is and is not?

In this episode, we delve into this topic.

If you want more episodes like this one, please let me know!

Leave your comments and questions, or just say hi at @thewritershelpdesk (Facebook) or email [email protected]

And if you want to join our epic mailing list for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes action, head to http://www.DustyDreamerHQ.com/the-writers-help-desk

From The Writer's Help Desk,

CWD

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Writing can be a lonely, isolating thing to get involved in. You may not know anyone in your town or city who writes. So, where do you look for connections and people to talk to about your passion?

I'm covering a few places to look for connections that will add spice to your life...

• The Writer's Help Desk - Email, Facebook
• Writers With Lives Facebook Group
• Search for - Writers Societies, or local writing groups
• NaNoWriMo
• StoryOrigin

Leave your comments and questions, or just say hi at @thewritershelpdesk (Facebook) or email [email protected]

And if you want to join our epic mailing list for exclusive content and Behind The Scenes action, head to http://www.DustyDreamerHQ.com/the-writers-help-desk

Taking it one step at a time,

CWD

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There's a lot of terminology when you first start writing or researching how to write; from first drafts to all the different kinds of editing, alpha and beta readers, plotting and pantsing, and so much more, it's easy to get overwhelmed and not know where to start.

This episode gives you some tips on how to focus on first things first, which is getting your first draft down onto the page!

We also chat about the different kinds of editing too. 

There's a whole season's worth of content we touch on, but this is an overview so you always have the big picture in mind and know where you are on your writing journey.

My aim, as always, is to help you;

• Start writing
• Build your confidence in your own writing ability and creative choices
• Keep going  when life happens
• Stay motivated when you're finding it tough
• Avoid getting stuck by knowing what to expect
• Finish your writing!

Leave your comments and questions, or just say hi at @thewritershelpdesk (Facebook) or email [email protected]

And if you want to join our epic mailing list for exclusive content and Behind The Scenes action, head to http://www.DustyDreamerHQ.com/the-writers-help-desk

Taking it one step at a time,

CWD

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How do you stay motivated to write?

Why is important that you trust yourself and the process of writing?

How do you keep writing fun and exciting while tackling learning the skills and techniques to write something awesome?

You'll find out all this and more and get some real-life encouragement from CWD, a writer who worked 12 hours a day in a very stressful job and still managed to write not one but several novels.

You've got this writers! Whether you're new to writing or a veteran, I want to help you love writing, quit the overwhelm and focus on telling your stories.

If this sounds awesome, have a listen, subscribe to the show, leave a review if you feel inclined... and if you have any questions, suggestions, or feedback, please feel free to email or get in touch via Facebook. I'd love to hear from you!

My aim, as always, is to help you;

• Start writing
• Build your confidence in your own writing ability and creative choices
• Keep going  when life happens
• Stay motivated when you're finding it tough
• Avoid getting stuck by knowing what to expect
• Finish your writing!

Leave your comments and questions, or just say hi at @thewritershelpdesk (Facebook) or email [email protected]

And if you want to join our epic mailing list for exclusive content and Behind The Scenes action, head to http://www.DustyDreamerHQ.com/the-writers-help-desk

Until next time!

Write on!

CWD

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