My Most Memorable Accomplishments of the Decade bookishpixie 2019-12-31 | What have you accomplished this decade? Today I'm talking about some of my most memorable milestones—and I'd love to hear yours!WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
You Asked, I (Finally) Answered bookishpixie 2022-05-03 | How do you know when your WIP is ready for querying? What does it mean when you can't figure out plot easily? Today I'm answering these questions and more. RELATED LINKS: The Wicked Bargain on Goodreads: bit.ly/2ETL0lD4 Places to Find Critique Partners: bit.ly/3B16iq3 On Querying (Playlist): bit.ly/3vRBPIUWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/thegabecoleFacebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/thegabecoleInstagram (because more pictures!) bit.ly/3aByuBiGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
How I Revise bookishpixie 2021-07-12 | What happens after the first draft is done? Today I detail my revision process, from the moment the first draft is done, to submitting to my editor or agent.RELATED LINKS: The Wicked Bargain on Goodreads: bit.ly/2ETL0lD4 Places to Find Critique Partners: bit.ly/3B16iq3 Why I Revise in Passes: bit.ly/3r3W6s1WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/thegabecoleFacebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/thegabecoleInstagram (because more pictures!) bit.ly/3aByuBiGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
How I Write Books bookishpixie 2021-01-12 | How do I write books? Today I'm sharing my process, from the inception of the idea to the completion of the first draft. RELATED LINK: The Wicked Bargain on Goodreads: bit.ly/2ETL0lDWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlSubstack (where you can hear from me e-mail style): thegabecole.substack.com/p/coming-soon Writability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/thegabecoleFacebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/thegabecoleInstagram (because more pictures!) bit.ly/3aByuBiGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
On Changing My Pseudonym bookishpixie 2020-11-17 | Today I'm talking about one of my most commonly asked about topics: changing my pseudonym—the why and the how, all in the context of my career as an author. RELATED LINK: The Wicked Bargain on Goodreads: bit.ly/2ETL0lDWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/thegabecoleFacebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/thegabecoleInstagram (because more pictures!) bit.ly/3aByuBiGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
You Asked, I Answered Again! bookishpixie 2020-10-20 | You asked some great questions! And I answered them! Today I'm talking trying to write during the pandemic, book rights, writing trans characters and more!RELATED LINK: The Wicked Bargain on Goodreads: bit.ly/2ETL0lDWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/thegabecoleFacebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/thegabecoleInstagram (because more pictures!) bit.ly/3aByuBiGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
AMAZING NEWS + AMA bookishpixie 2020-08-04 | OMG I HAVE NEWS OF THE BOOKISH VARIETYRELATED LINK: The Wicked Bargain on Goodreads: bit.ly/2ETL0lDWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/thegabecoletumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) bit.ly/3aByuBiGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
4 Questions Every Pitch Must Answer bookishpixie 2020-05-19 | Whether you're working on a query, proposal, back cover copy, or just need to be prepared to talk about your book, there are four questions every pitch must answer. Do you know what they are?WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/thegabecoletumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) bit.ly/3aByuBiGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Productivity? In this Economy?? bookishpixie 2020-04-28 | Boy, we are certainly living in a ~time~ aren't we? Today I'm talking about my struggles with creativity and productivity the last six weeks or so—and learning to look at it differently. WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/thegabecoletumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) bit.ly/3aByuBiGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
How to Choose Scene Perspective bookishpixie 2019-10-30 | So you're writing a multi-POV novel...but how do you decide what perspective to use scene-by-scene? RELATED VLOGS: On Writing Distinctive POVs: bit.ly/2WtiSdMHow to Choose POV Characters: bit.ly/34dTlYqHow to Write Multi-POVs: bit.ly/2BSur4qWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
You Asked, I Answered 5! bookishpixie 2019-10-08 | How do you write description with close POV? What do you do when you aren't sure how to get your story to go where it needs to? Today I'm answering these questions and more!RELATED LINKS: My Top Surgery GoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-gabe-get-top-surgery-soonMy Freelance Editing Site: avajae.wixsite.com/avaeditsWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Ask Me Anything (About Writing) 5! bookishpixie 2019-09-10 | It's that time again! Ask me a question about writing, books, or publishing and I might just answer. :)RELATED LINKS: My Top Surgery GoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-gabe-get-top-surgery-soonMy Freelance Editing Site: avajae.wixsite.com/avaeditsWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
My Writing Process bookishpixie 2019-08-20 | Do I write on paper on the computer? What programs do I use? Today I'm talking about my writing process and recommend some great tools. RELATED LINKS: My Top Surgery GoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-gabe-get-top-surgery-soonMyWriteClub: http://mywriteclub.comPacemaker: http://pacemaker.press/How I Plot: bit.ly/2ZqmWiVWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Genres, Categories, and Agents bookishpixie 2019-07-23 | What happens if you want to write multiple categories or genres and work with an agent? Today I'm talking about the possibilities—and what you should do to prepare. RELATED LINKS: My Top Surgery GoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-gabe-get-top-surgery-soonWhat Genre is Your WIP? bit.ly/30Nwam3Genre vs Category: bit.ly/2SuGaxPOn Branding: bit.ly/30OAzVQOn Querying Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLULv0mJMjUtCxI1aerh6OBD4ONJoYm3_0WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
What if My Books Disappear? bookishpixie 2019-07-16 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about how to approach the reality that if you publish a book...it might just blend into the sea of other published books.RELATED LINKS: My Top Surgery GoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-gabe-get-top-surgery-soon4 Things I've Learned Since Getting Published: bit.ly/2NXTXhQHow to Get Traditionally Published: bit.ly/2YTgLAgWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
How to Write Backstory bookishpixie 2019-06-18 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about how to write backstory and place it in your novel in a way that feels natural. RELATED VLOGS: On the Info Dump: youtube.com/watch?v=O5TpuAqv3Vc&t=On Building a World Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLULv0mJMjUtDqub71Qyu9QLjDcuB_K8IoWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
How to Write Romantic Subplots bookishpixie 2019-06-11 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm discussing romantic subplots and how to put ~feels~ into a book that isn't strictly romance. RELATED VLOGS: How to Write Realistic Relationships: bit.ly/2wMPwuEHow to Write Memorable Kiss Scenes: bit.ly/2IvGesEWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
You Asked, I Answered 4! bookishpixie 2019-06-04 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about themes, the future, software, writers groups and more! RELATED VLOGS: 4 Places to Find Critique Partners: bit.ly/2F3i33VHow I Plot: bit.ly/2JXuq5kWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Im Baaaaack! (AMA) bookishpixie 2019-05-23 | I've missed you, YouTube, but I'm back! Here's a quick update on where I've been, plus a kickoff to another ask me anything about writing! WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Are MFAs Worth It? bookishpixie 2019-02-05 | Is it worth it to get an MFA? Today I'm talking about my experience in my program.RELATED VLOG:Do You Need a Degree to Get Published?: http://bit.ly/1OaqB8eWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Help! My Book is Too Short! bookishpixie 2019-01-08 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about what to do if your WIP is coming up short—literally. RELATED VLOGS:On Building a World (playlist): http://bit.ly/2M134tuOn Character Motivations & Goals: http://bit.ly/2SErLhGHow I Plot: http://bit.ly/2CWqU6zWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
My 2018 Accomplishments bookishpixie 2018-12-25 | What have you accomplished this year? Today I'm sharing my biggest 2018 successes—and now I want to hear yours! :)WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
My Writing Routine bookishpixie 2018-12-18 | Many of you asked about my writing routine! So today I'm sharing everything from where I write, to my word count goals and more. What's your writing routine like?RELATED VLOGS: My Very First Manuscript: bit.ly/2CkMhhPOn Realistic Expectations & Adjusting Goals: bit.ly/2AOtauBOn Juggling Multiple WIPs at Once: bit.ly/2QZAzkN WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
You Asked, I Answered 3! bookishpixie 2018-12-04 | You've asked me questions! And while I can't answer all of them, today I've answered some of the most popular ones. Enjoy!RELATED VLOGS: Elements of a Great Book Ending: bit.ly/2rqXPKdHow to Get an Agent: bit.ly/2E8CKMZOn Realistic Expectations & Adjusting Goals: bit.ly/2AOtauBSelf vs. Traditional Publishing: bit.ly/2EcRIBzWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
NaNo Week 4 Pep Talk bookishpixie 2018-11-28 | It's the last week of NaNo! And I have thoughts about what this week means, and how you're pretty darn awesome. :) RELATED LINKS:All the NaNoWriMo (playlist): bit.ly/2AsC0OuNaNoWriMo's channel: youtube.com/user/lettersandlightvideoWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Ask Me Anything (About Writing) 3! bookishpixie 2018-11-13 | Have writing, publishing, or book questions? I have answers! Ask your questions in the comments—and vote for your favorite questions. I'll pick some to answer in upcoming vlogs! WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Can Books Be Scary? bookishpixie 2018-10-30 | It's Halloween...tomorrow! So today I'm posing a question I haven't answered for myself: can books be scary? RELATED VLOG: How to Make Your Villains Awesome: bit.ly/2zbUVMKWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
On Writing & Burnout bookishpixie 2018-10-16 | In which I get real about burn out and trying to write through it. RELATED VLOG: Writing When You Don't Want To: http://bit.ly/1K83APPWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
My Very First Manuscript bookishpixie 2018-10-09 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about my very first manuscript—from how it came to be to what I learned from the experience. RELATED LINKS: Patreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeMy First Ever Manuscript (the first page): http://bit.ly/2y9Tcb4WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
When You Get Stuck in the Middle of Your WIP bookishpixie 2018-10-02 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about what to do if you get stuck in the middle of your WIP...and you don't like to plot. RELATED LINKS: How I Plot: http://bit.ly/1N6OoDAHow to Brainstorm Great Plot Twists: http://bit.ly/2OvUwi0Writing a Synopsis Before First Drafting??: http://bit.ly/2uj3Sl3WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
THE RISING GOLD Pre Order Campaign! bookishpixie 2018-09-25 | One week!! Until my next book comes out!! THE RISING GOLD releases 10/2 and today I'm talking about the goodies you can get for pre-ordering! (Also holy cow, you guise, I published a whole trilogy!) RELATED LINKS: THE RISING GOLD Pre-Order Campaign: http://bit.ly/2xCkpCTAll About BEYOND THE RED (Part 1): http://bit.ly/1J6OVGDAll About BEYOND THE RED (Part 2): http://bit.ly/1IwXXaSWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
How to Write Third Person When Youre Used to First bookishpixie 2018-09-04 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about the easiest way to think about writing third person when you're used to writing in first. RELATED VLOGS: First Person Dos and Don'ts: http://bit.ly/2LVhutdHow to Choose Tense and Perspective: http://bit.ly/2NJq3cvWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
About Showing vs Telling bookishpixie 2018-08-28 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about the common advice "show don't tell" and whether that *really* means you should absolutely never tell. (Spoiler: it doesn't.)RELATED VLOGS: Ask Me Anything (About Writing) 2: http://bit.ly/2uIHUJbYou Asked, I Answered 2: http://bit.ly/2nkeHQpWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
On Realistic Expectations & Adjusting Goals bookishpixie 2018-08-21 | Today I'm talking about a lesson I had to learn the hard way: namely, how to be flexible and adjust your goals when life gets in the way of writing. RELATED LINK: How to Juggle Writing & School: http://bit.ly/2CnDZqLWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
On the Implicit Promise bookishpixie 2018-08-07 | You asked for more info on the implicit promise, and I am delivering in a longer-than-normal vlog. Today I'm talking about the implicit promise at length—with examples from two great books. RELATED LINKS: You Asked, I Answered 2!: http://bit.ly/2nkeHQpWhere to Start Your Book? http://bit.ly/1C4tnaJTHE GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO VICE AND VIRTUE by Mackenzi Lee: http://bit.ly/2ngZGPmHISTORY IS ALL YOU LEFT ME by Adam Silvera: http://bit.ly/2Oex5G8WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
My Debuts Publication Timeline bookishpixie 2018-07-31 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about how long it took from BEYOND THE RED's first draft to publication—and what you can expect, if anything, in terms of a publication timeline. RELATED VLOGS: First to Final Draft: BEYOND THE RED: http://bit.ly/28ftcWNWhat's It Like to Go on Submission? http://bit.ly/2M1UAS2The Best Decision I Ever Made as an Unpublished Writer: http://bit.ly/2uY3FoaAbout Your Rights When Traditionally Publishing: http://bit.ly/2DLu639On Covers When Traditionally Publishing: http://bit.ly/2nHJ82OWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
You Asked, I Answered 2! bookishpixie 2018-07-24 | Last week you asked me many, many questions! And while I can't answer all of them, I am answering some of the most popular ones today. Enjoy!RELATED VLOGS: Ask Me Anything (About Writing) 2: http://bit.ly/2uIHUJbOn Making Changes Part-Way Through a Draft: http://bit.ly/2uFm1dJ4 Fast-Drafting Tips: http://bit.ly/2c2jL4LHow to Get an Agent: http://bit.ly/2dbtqYkWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED, INTO THE BLACK & THE RISING GOLD buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Ask Me Anything (About Writing) 2 bookishpixie 2018-07-17 | Have writing, publishing, or book questions? I have answers! Ask your questions in the comments—and vote for your favorite questions. I'll pick some to answer in upcoming vlogs! WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
How to Brainstorm Great Plot Twists bookishpixie 2018-07-10 | How do you come up with a great plot twist? Today I talk about my two main methods and how sometimes things don't always go to plan—and that's a good thing. RELATED VLOGS: How I Plot: http://bit.ly/1N6OoDAWriting a Synopsis Before First Drafting?? http://bit.ly/2uj3Sl3How to Get Book Ideas: http://bit.ly/1KtSZklWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
How to Be a Good CP bookishpixie 2018-07-03 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about how to be a good critique partner to your critique partners. RELATED VLOGS: 4 Places to Find CPs: http://bit.ly/2qioc6g4 Mistakes I Made as a New Writer: http://bit.ly/1jveLseHow to Handle Tough CP Feedback: http://bit.ly/1ecMu79Why You Need Critique Partners: http://bit.ly/1vR7Jj7WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
An Important Update bookishpixie 2018-06-26 | I've been getting questions about my gender and sexuality here on YouTube for some time now. So. Let's talk about it. WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
How Do You Know When Youre Ready to Write Your Book? bookishpixie 2018-06-19 | You asked, I answered! Today I'm talking about how to tell when you have enough of a plot to write an entire novel. RELATED VLOGS: How to Write an Elevator Pitch: http://bit.ly/2sXW89YHow I Plot: http://bit.ly/2MDD4UQWriting a Synopsis Before the First Draft???: http://bit.ly/2JYjmkMWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
5 Queer Books by Queer Authors Im Excited About bookishpixie 2018-06-12 | It's Pride Month! So for fun today I'm talking about queer books by queer authors I'm excited to read—and so should you be. RELATED LINKS: Pre-order THE RISING GOLD at B&N: http://bit.ly/2tGpaf3Pre-order THE RISING GOLD at AMZ: amzn.to/2HFQn3n5 Great Books on My TBR Shelf: http://bit.ly/2LEOWVqQUEENS OF GEEK by Jen Wilde: http://bit.ly/2LCgwlSWHITE RABBIT by Caleb Roehrig: http://bit.ly/2Ju3yKFOF FIRE AND STARS by Audrey Coulthurst: http://bit.ly/2Mfl8QaTHE APOCALYPSE OF ELENA MENDOZA by Shawn David Hutchinson: http://bit.ly/2l5olWaTHE SPY WITH THE RED BALLOON by Katherine Locke: http://bit.ly/2HDN4d1WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
On Working With Editors bookishpixie 2018-05-29 | Today I'm answering related questions I've gotten for a little while: what's it like to work with editors both in traditional publishing and freelance circles? RELATED VLOGS: 4 Places to Find Critique Partners: http://bit.ly/2qioc6gWhen Should You Hire a Freelance Editor? http://bit.ly/2kwn4qK3 Types of Editing: http://bit.ly/2J9txpEAbout My Editing Services: http://bit.ly/2mFvei6WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Was I Ready to Write a Series? bookishpixie 2018-05-22 | Today's question digs into my experience debuting with a trilogy—and whether I felt ready to tackle three books when I agreed to do so.RELATED VLOGS: On Plotting a Sequel/Series: http://bit.ly/2iUKfdwSeries? Standalone? Companion Novels? http://bit.ly/2IDhm0POn Writing Sequels: http://bit.ly/2j99Tu9WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
On Book Ideas and Organization bookishpixie 2018-05-08 | Answering more related AMA-week questions! This time on idea generation and keeping track of ideas for your WIPs. How do you keep track of your ideas?RELATED VLOGS: How to Get Book Ideas: http://bit.ly/1KtSZklHow to Pick Your Next Book Idea: http://bit.ly/2o0HZWNOn Shiny New Idea Syndrome: http://bit.ly/2FSIJSgDon't Worry About Idea Stealing: http://bit.ly/2wkCUOdWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
On Finding Motivation to Finish Your WIP bookishpixie 2018-05-01 | Got two related questions during AMA week on one important topic: how do you stay motivated to finish writing a whole book? So let's talk first drafts and making it to The End.RELATED VLOGS: How to Write When You Don't Want To: http://bit.ly/2HKKwuEHow to Finish a WIP: http://bit.ly/2rbWPtvWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
On Dealing with Writerly Struggles bookishpixie 2018-04-17 | Today I'm answering another question from Ask Me Anything week! This time about dealing with writerly struggles—because they do not go away.RELATED VLOG: Ask Me Anything (About Writing): http://bit.ly/v_AMwWhat If Your Writing Sucks? http://bit.ly/1GTIo1AWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
You Asked, I Answered! bookishpixie 2018-04-10 | Last week you asked me many, many questions! And while I can't answer all of them, I am answering some of the most popular ones in this slightly longer vlog. Enjoy!RELATED VLOG: Ask Me Anything (About Writing): http://bit.ly/v_AMwWHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
Ask Me Anything (About Writing)! bookishpixie 2018-04-03 | Have writing, publishing, or book questions? I have answers! Ask your questions in the comments—and vote for your favorite questions. I'll pick some to answer in upcoming vlogs! WHERE TO FIND ME: BEYOND THE RED & INTO THE BLACK buy links (where you can buy my books)! http://avajae.blogspot.com/p/books.htmlWritability (aka my blog)! http://avajae.blogspot.comPatreon (where you can get access to extras!): patreon.com/AvaJaeTwitter (where I spend way too much time)! twitter.com/Ava_Jaetumblr (because pictures! and inspirational thingies!) http://avajae.tumblr.com Facebook (where you can like me)! facebook.com/AvaJaeInstagram (because more pictures!) http://bit.ly/avagramGoodreads (where you can add my book to your TBR shelf)! http://bit.ly/BtR_
