This Post by L.Leander, Author of Fearless Fiction
There is a segment on the morning news now about the need to wear protective eyewear in the sun. Being in a tropical country I well know the value of protecting your eyes from the rays that shine down unmercifully here.
But how does this apply to writing? Let me ask these questions.
- Are there glaring errors in your manuscript? Do readers need to wear blinders as they navigate the story?
- Is your book cover professional or does it hurt the eyes to look at it?
- Does your photo say author or something totally different? Most readers don’t want to see a writer weeding her garden (unless the book is on that subject). Get as professional a picture as you can so readers will instantly recognize you for your work.
- Do your characters shine?
Are they so drab and devoid of personality that the reader can look at them with the naked eye? Or are they full of life and color? - What about your book title? Does it grab attention or say something boring? Make it sizzle.
These are only a few things you need to pay attention to as you seek to market your 
craft. There are many others that may cause readers to turn away because of the glare.
What can you do to make your writing better? Do you have a professional creative team in place? Can you add personality to your characters? Is your photo professional? This is a good time to fine-tune your latest book, don’t you think?
Books by L.Leander:
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Inzared, Queen of the Elephant Riders
Inzared, The Fortune Teller (Book Two)
13 Extreme Tips to Self Publishing
13 Extreme Tips to Marketing an ebook
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Creative post. I enjoyed this one!
Thanks Alethea. It was fun to write!
Very good!
Thank you Barb.
Gorgeous Bully. Just had to say. Really miss mine. Great article too. Thanks!
Glad to have you visiting with us.
previous comment Cher’ley.
I thought he was awfully personable! Thanks for the comment.
Excellent reminders, Linda! I’m “polishing” works this year in anticipation of a new book, so these reminders were very helpful. Thank you!
You’re welcome. I have to pay attention to my own advice!
The questions are really good and important for any writer. Thank you.
Sometimes I have to write down questions to myself and take a good look at my writing. It always seems to help!
That is a cute dog. I’ll keep all those things in mind as I’m finishing a book in the next month or so. Cher’ley
Thanks Cherley. That dog sure grabs attention – such a cutie! Wish he was mine! Congrats on the new book!