Blog Tour: Review at Elle Backenstoe 🌟

An excerpt of the review: “The clear and concise writing is peppered with humor, making this an enjoyable, yet informative read that many will find easy to understand and apply to their own lives. I’m so glad to have found From Promising To Published at such an early point in my writing career. I know that this information will have a positive impact on my publishing plans and highly recommend this book for any who plan to publish (or already have).”

Read the rest at: Elle Backenstoe’s blog. Learn more about Elle and her forthcoming book here and here. Many thanks, Elle!

Blog Tour: "4 Tips for Overcoming Imposter Syndrome"

Thrilled to get to share my guest-blog article, “4 Tips for Overcoming Imposter Syndrome” as the next stop of my blog tour at Michelle Cornish’s blog.

An excerpt: “Have you ever gotten praise for your writing but still felt it wasn’t good enough? Or gotten published and started to doubt if you’ll ever write anything publishable again? Or felt that the first story or poem or book was just a fluke?

It’s common for writers to experience imposter syndrome multiple times in our lives. Often, just when we’re advancing in our abilities, that doubtful voice rears up.

It’s understandable that confidence in our writing projects, and in ourselves, comes and goes, since we writers are sensitive people who create art. Still, there are things we can do to silence the not-good-enoughs.

Keep something for yourself."

Read the rest, along with a recent writing mix-tape list I compiled, at: “4 Tips for Overcoming Imposter Syndrome”

Many thanks to multitalented Michelle Cornish! Check out her awesome books and wonderful classes.

Blog Tour: Review at The Faerie Review 🧚‍♀️

Excited to have a review of my book, From Promising to Published, today at my next book-blog tour stop, The Faerie Review.

An excerpt of the 5-star review: “If you want a guide that’s easy to read, with anecdotes from the author, and exercises sprinkled throughout, then this is the book you’ve been waiting for. Faith walks the line between too broad and too specific in this guide, and does a great job of making everything relatable.”

Many thanks to The Faerie Review! Read the rest of the review at: clickety-click.

Also check out more of their insightful reviews. Are you an author interested in connecting with The Faerie Review for a possible book review or interview? Check out their FAQ page here.

Blog Tour: Review at Mother-Daughter Book Club.com🌟

Thrilled to have a review of my book, From Promising to Published, today at my next book-blog tour stop, Mother-Daughter Book Club.

An excerpt: “Writers looking for inspiration about how to get their work into the hands of people who can publish it will find it in Melanie Faith’s guidebook, From Promising to Published: A Multi-Genre, Insider’s Guide to the Publication Process.

Faith’s straightforward writing style makes the book feel like you are getting advice from a trusted friend. The book is divided into four sections, making it easy to navigate ahead or go back for a quick review of something already covered. The sections include how to start out as a writer, how to find the right audience and market for your work, getting paid and celebrating your successes large and small, and thriving long-term as a writer.”

Read the rest at: Mother-Daughter Book Club.com.

Many thanks to Cindy Hudson, book-club expert, author, writer, journalist, and editor. Check out books and helpful mother-daughter book club resources by Cindy at: Amazon clickety-click. Also, learn more here ab0ut Cindy’s freelance writing and editing services, which include ghostwriting, brochures, newsletters, website consulting, book-club consulting, and much more.


Blog Tour: Review at Shoe's Seeds & Stories 🌟

So pleased to have a review of my book, From Promising to Published, at Shoe’s Seeds & Stories.

An excerpt of the review: “I’ve read many writing craft books over the years. What I like about this writing craft book is that besides many helpful chapters on topics such as writing your biography and whether to simultaneously submit, there are also unique chapters on areas of my writing life that I would have never thought about. It’s like talking to your writing bestie who tells you the tiny details that other people forget or don’t think are important.”

Please catch the rest at: Shoe’s Seeds & Stories. Also, check out Linda Schueler’s awesome books and Twitter. Many thanks, Linda! 📝👍

Blog Tour: Review at World of My Imagination🌟

A complete joy to have my book reviewed today at World of my Imagination.🤩

An excerpt from the review: “One of my absolute favorite chapters was the art of writing the author bio. This is a process that I’ve had such a hard time with and Melanie gave such great tips on crafting a memorable one (that doesn’t just read like a resume).

Overall, there are so many helpful aspects of this book! It’s inspiring and keeps you moving forward to grow your writing career.”

Check out the rest at World of My Imagination.

Many thanks to the talented Nicole Pyles! If you’re an author who is interested in publicizing your book with a friendly, supportive, and well-connected literary professional, I highly recommend working with Nicole and WOW! 📚

Blog Tour: "How to Self-Motivate" 💡

The next stop on the Blog Tour is an article I had the joy of writing for Mari L. McCarthy’s CreateWriteNow.

Today’s article is all about self-motivation in your writing life, a topic particularly apt during this hectic holiday season. Enjoy! Clickety-click.

Also check out Mari’s wonderful books, such as Mindset Medicine and Journaling Power, along with motivating courses, beautiful music, and inspiring journaling podcast and videos.

Blog Tour: "To Monetize or Not: How to Know When to Make Money From Writing"

It’s a real treat to have my blog-tour guest post published today at Karen Brown Tyson’s wonderful website.

Ever wonder whether you should seek to monetize your writing? Ever debated keeping your writing a hobby? My craft article will explore several considerations on this topic to point you in the direct of the perfect fit for you and your writing.

Clickety-click! Many thanks to Karen Brown Tyson for her kindness and support. 🌟

Let the Fun Commence! Blog Tour Interview and Win a Copy! 💌📚

Super excited to launch my WOW! blog tour today for From Promising to Published! 💗

To get us started, I had the great joy of being interviewed by talented Nicole Pyles at Women on Writing. We dished about many writing topics, including submitting writing more than 1,300 times (aka: perseverance and keeping work in rotation), why I love teaching creative writing and what I’ve learned from my students, and the road to claiming the title of “writer.” Read on!

Check it out here: The Muffin interview clickety-click.

Also, after reading the interview, be sure to enter for your chance to win a free copy of my book (entries taken through December 18th) by filling out the Rafflecopter form located after the interview. Good luck! 🎊🍀

There’s also a copy up for grabs at The Mommies Reviews between now and December 10th . 📚

Giveaway: The Mommies Reviews clickety-click!