Tag: writer
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Life lately

I’ve always looked to writing as a way to express my truth. But what happens when the truth is too painful to look at? What happens when it hurts too much to open those wounds?
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After a brief hiatus (and a new job) … I’m back!

I always said I’d keep up with posting no matter what, but life had other plans (as it often does). But now that things have settled down a tiny bit, I’m back to blogging.
Elaina Lyons
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Multitaskers, raise your hands!

Sometimes, all you really need to do is prove to yourself just once that you’re capable of doing things differently.
Elaina Lyons
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Three writer resolutions for the New Year

And though I’m not usually one for resolutions (they tend to be very inflexible), I don’t think there’s anything wrong with setting some intentions. So, with that said, here are some intentions I think any writer can use in the coming year.
Elaina Lyons
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Marketing mayhem: 3 tips for getting your book out there

Marketing is certainly challenging, but it’s also absolutely necessary to get your book out there.
Elaina Lyons
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Getting ready to launch Book #2

My new book, “The Love You Have,” comes out on Feb. 1 and, honestly I can’t seem to shut up about it.
Elaina Lyons
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You aren’t perfect. Why are your characters?

We are imperfect beings, and that is what makes us unique. Your characters should be no different.
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And just like that…the sequel is ready!

I keep saying this second one will be the last, but really, who knows? Sometimes you think you’re done with your characters, but they aren’t quite finished with you.
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Guest Post: Life is finite; achievement is not

Almost nobody publishes a book, and if you do that, you’ve already won. The rest is icing on the cake. Don’t get bogged down in your heydays. Life is finite; achievement is not. Carpe the out of that diem!