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Writing as a Lone Wolf or Being a Part of the Pack

Posted on May 13, 2011 by jchasenovelist

As a writer, you have many options to consider besides what and how you’re going to write.  You can join a writing group, take a class, network with other writers online, bounce ideas off of your best friend, but ultimately … Continue reading →

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Writing in the Moment…

Posted on April 28, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I recently discovered a new term “mindfulness” in my everyday life.  It basically means what it implies.  On one level it means paying attention to details of what’s going on around you at any given time, but on a much … Continue reading →

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Break Out of Writer’s Block or Stubborn Procrastination

Posted on April 25, 2011 by jchasenovelist

We’ve all been there.  I’ve never really experienced writer’s block, but procrastination isn’t far away for me on some of my writing days.  At times, it’s difficult to stay focused on my story because my mind wanders to other things … Continue reading →

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What Sends eBooks Flying Off Shelves?

Posted on April 21, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I read this great blog article about marketing eBooks from acclaimed writer, Robert W. Walker.  I’m reposting it on my blog because it’s filled with such great information.  Actually, I going to follow these instructions for my four eBooks to … Continue reading →

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Out & About Magazine – April Column

Posted on April 20, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Out & About Magazine – In the Valley & on the Coast – The South Bay’s Premiere Entertainment Guide. Book Reviews and Crime Tips by Local Award Winning Author and Criminologist Jennifer Chase.  Her book review of Tess Gerritsens’s Ice … Continue reading →

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What do Writers Share in Common with Artichokes?

Posted on April 17, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Artichokes?  No, I haven’t lost my mind or in desperate need of a vacation.  Artichokes are one of my favorite vegetables.  More than half of the time throughout the year, I have an artichoke with my dinner or a chilled … Continue reading →

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You Can Join the Growing List of Authors on Amazon Kindle

Posted on March 30, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Amazon Kindle has broken records and expectations last year with whooping sales in the millions.  Jeff Bezos, Amazon.com founder and CEO, stated that millions of avid readers own an Amazon Kindle.  Currently, there are more than 410,000 book titles listed … Continue reading →

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