Category Archives: Writing tools

Tools for writers: software, books, and other tools.


Journaling Helps You to Become a Successful Writer

Some writers journal, others don’t. If you’re in the “don’t” group, you may want to start journaling. Journaling helps you to write more, and to get things done. With my writing students, I’ve found that those writers who journal not … Continue reading

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An iPad Christmas: Was Santa Kind to You?

Maxjournal — a wonderful tool for writers Depending on where you are in the world, Santa may have already arrived. If you received an iPad, happy days! Your iPad will change your life. I spend as much time with my … Continue reading

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Easy WordPress for Writers: Tips for WordPress newbies

You’re a writer. You’re using WordPress. Excellent — WordPress is amazing, but it can be intimidating, too. Here are four tips which will help you to get comfortable. 1. (This is vital) Stop messing with WordPress themes Really. Please stop … Continue reading

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Top Tools For Writers in 2011: These are mine, share yours

What are your top writing tools in 2011 — the tools you actually use every day? I’ve listed some of mine, please share yours in the comments. Blogs and Twitter Ah blogging… I’ve been blogging for over a decade now, … Continue reading

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Christmas Treasures For Writers

The holiday season is almost upon us. This year, as always, we have a Christmas Bundle of products for you. I’ve chosen your guides carefully. Now you can create the income you want, and work the hours you want — … Continue reading

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iPad: Can You Manage Your Writing Life On An iPad?

I do some writing on my iPad, primarily with Writing Kit for full documents, and using Evernote for making notes. I’ve been wondering whether it’s possible to do a full day’s work just on an iPad. In this article, Masochist … Continue reading

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Freelance Writing: Get Inspired And Stay Organized With Evernote

You’re a writer, so you know that writing is all-consuming. You may not be actively engaged with writing 24 hours a day, but even if you’re not writing, you’re thinking about it. I resent errands and chores which take me … Continue reading

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Ereader Excitement: What Does Amazon’s New Tablet Mean For Writers?

It looks as if Amazon’s new Kindle tablet is more than smoke, it’s real. And if this article, Amazon’s Kindle Tablet Is Very Real. I’ve Seen It, Played With It. | TechCrunch, is accurate, it has huge implications for writers: … Continue reading

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iPad for Writers: Writing Kit — the Ultimate iPad Writing Tool

I’ve discussed the iPad apps I use every day, so I had to share the details on the latest (and absolutely wonderful) writing tool I’ve been using on the iPad. It’s no exaggeration to say that Writing Kit has changed … Continue reading

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iPad for Writers: Apps I Actually Use Every Day

Got an iPad? The iPad is a fabulous reading and writing tool, because you can take it anywhere. A friend recently got an iPad 2 and asked me which apps I considered essential for writers. That got me thinking. Every … Continue reading

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