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The myth that publishers have stacks of manuscripts  and that writers have to line up in a long queue was deflated by Jennifer Bacia during her talk at the Gold Coast Writers Association meeting . ‘Actually, that is not the case’ she stated. According to Jennifer, publishers are always looking for something that will make […]

Achieving the title of becoming a published author now is far more reachable than no one had ever dreamed of just a couple of decades ago. Many writers have thrown themselves into the vortex of self-publishing industry, but as usual, only a few have achieved the desirable recognition and satisfactory pay cheques. Determination and honest, hard work plus the risk of committed capital are not aspects I would like to focus on. All writers are trying their best but only a few books are good enough for the modern day readers who are well educated, know what they are paying for and have become very astute and choosy. Unfortunately, many writers tend to look at their written work as a manifestation of their sacrifice to educate or entertain the readers. The readers do not take into consideration the writers ‘effort. They are boldly and brutally looking at every book as a ... Read the rest of this post

Personal Confession My name is Elena Ornig and I confess to encourage you to live your dreams.   At four, I was the only child in kindergarten who could fluently read.  Often, the nannies would sneak out for an extra gossip break, leaving me inside of a circle of children; I just loved it. At 15, as a dedicated volunteer researcher of Moscow Regional history, I was invited to write for a local newspaper and I just loved it. At 16, known by every local librarian as a book monster, I was encouraged by one of them to write my own book and I put all my effort into it. And I just loved it because I dreamed of becoming a great writer. Nevertheless, I thought I needed a professional opinion to be sure I was on the right path.  At my school I approached a teacher who was regarded by almost everybody as “the guru” ... Read the rest of this post

Answers from Publisher The real number of the authors in Australia can be only estimated approximately. So far, the figure is between 5,000 -10,000 authors that are considered to be fully employed or employed as a part-time. However, the authors now becoming the publishers by adding numbers of the authors quite significantly. Go figure it out! Internet puts everything in different perspective for the publishing industry as a whole. Regardless to many changes, every country is trying to ‘save’ their publishing industry against the unavoidable globalization and legal reformation of publishing industry, internationally. Australia takes these changes seriously, in order to protect its own publishing industry by shielding it from foreign competition, respectively through import restrictions. Basically we are talking about availability, price and quality matter of the books. . In order to protect copyright beyond the borders, Australia had signed two international agreements: 1886 Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works and ... Read the rest of this post

Why Every Man Should Update His Wife. Warning – for men only. Exploring men’s sexuality in graphic detail, this controversial book delves into motivation, purpose and futility of persisting with unsatisfactory relationships. It exposes stark views on marriage, on having children and apparently worthless social values.   $3.99 AUD is a fair price for eBook WHY EVRY MAN SHOULD UPDATE HIS WIFE!     To buy – go to Hot Digital Books and read more.  

There are countless ideas for the Plot, and of course, not all of them are worth writing about.  Answers from Elena Ornig To feel an insight that you are a writer is not enough to become a successful writer. You need much more in order to become a successful writer. You need motivation, determination, discipline and most of all, persistence. The same applies to plotting a Plot! Plotting a Plot means planning a Plot in order to unite with the readers through intricately and powerfully designed sets of actions, reactions and resolutions. What is happening? Why is it happening? What is the course of conflict and how it will be resolved? These questions are systematic and apply for every possible Plot. If you think you can just create fascinating characters without a powerful Plot – Think again! Characters are able to play only a supporting role to the Plot, where the Plot is the ... Read the rest of this post

First and foremost, publishers will look for the mighty sense of your written story. Answers from Elena Ornig. “… I want a book so filled with story and character that I read page after page without thinking of food and drink, because a writer has possessed me, crazed me with an unappeasable thirst to know what happens next.” – Pat Conroy. A well written novel flows as a melody and the only way to comprehend and to feel the rhythm of a well written narrative is to read as many great novels as possible and analyse why they are great. Analyse by reflecting back on your own feelings: which characters did you like and why, which descriptions of the scenes were the best and why, how the developing plot of the novel kept you wondering to the end; or simply, what was it in general, and also specifically, that was so likable about ... Read the rest of this post

Answers from Elena Ornig “The task of a writer consists of being able to make something out of an idea.” Thomas Mann For a long period of time from initial human’s need of recording important information, the writing activity has become the vital instrument of generating meaning. Obviously, the written language and the spoken language are not the same. So, when you write, you have to take into consideration the differences between the literary (written) language and non-literary (spoken) language which you surely remember from school lessons. At this point, I would like to bring to the writer’s attention an extra matter.   When you write a story, narrative or novel, you must clearly understand who you write it for.  When you write you have all the time you need to be precise, deliberate and sophisticated; therefore, take your time and analyse what is the purpose of your written creation. What statement do you want to ... Read the rest of this post

Answers from Elena Ornig Eagerness to write and a hesitation to start. I have met many new writers who agonised over their eagerness to write and a hesitation to start. The biggest problem for them was the structure of a book. Sure, I can understand it very well. One cannot build a house without a structural outline, and one cannot cook a meal without following a general recipe to achieve the great outcome. Yes, to write a book you need to understand and know the structure of a book. But this is not a problem because the structure of a book is quite simple and in current time – very flexible, particularly in creating electronic books.   Let’s just follow the main aspects of the structure to make sure it’s not a problem, rather a resolution to overcome any hesitation.   First remember that the average size of a printed book is about 250 pages (approximately ... Read the rest of this post

1.  Precision – absolute clarity in words and ideas.  Don’t do that and the Reader will say :  The words and ideas were:  Vague and confusing.

2.  Action – at all times.  If you can’t move a mountain, at least move an arm or even an eyebrow.  Don’t do that and the Reader will say :  The story dragged.

3.  Relevance – make your writing matter to readers.  Don’t do that and the Reader will say : Who cares?

4.  Tales – towering and tiny tales, lots of them and all within the context of the main story.  Don’t do that and the Reader will say :  These three words:  Blah, blah, blah.

5.  Imagery – more than description, the vivid pictures in readers’ minds.  Don’t do that and the Reader will say :  I skipped huge sections of description; no need to take note of every hair and freckle of every waiter who brings a glass of water.

6.  Conflict – in all things great and small.   Don’t do that and the Reader will say :  Boring.  I put this book down and couldn’t make myself pick it up again.

7.  Irony – a sense of humor as well as larger thematic irony.   Don’t do that and the Reader will say :  The arrogant writer and catty heroine take themselves too seriously.

8.  Pacing – a feeling that a story moves, varying from the slow to fast at the proper times.  Don’t do that and the Reader will say :  Snoring.  I pick up this book when I want to get to sleep fast.

9.  Aspiration – or Angels, as in an appeal to the better angels of our nature.  Don’t do that and the Reader will say :  Everybody in the story is a creep with no redeeming qualities.  For Pete’s sake, I hated everybody, even the hero.

10. Tone – a lyrical or rhythmic feel in the writing.   Don’t do that and the Reader will say :  No poetry; full of clichés.

11.  Ideal – the Reading Ease Ideal, a tool for editing and revision to model best-selling writing.  Don’t do that and the Reader will say :  The writing is like what you’d find in a term paper or dissertation.

12.  Only two thousand words – a suggestion only to change the s