Choosing a book editor is arguably one of the most important decisions you’ll make with regards to your manuscript. An editor’s job is to maintain a writer’s voice while providing improvements for your manuscript. Editors who understand your voice as a writer can greatly improve your book’s chances of becoming a success. As such, the [...]

The Life Of A Writer channel is a vlog that follows author Stefanie Newell’s life. Videos are posted every Monday and will include: – Tips for writers/entrepreneurs – Personal vlogs – Cooking videos – Motivational videos and more! Want to hear how I work through writer’s block, find the inspiration to write, all while being [...]

If you are considering self-publishing, creating a budget for your book is a very important step in taking your book from manuscript to published. Understanding the costs involved will help you to plan accordingly and assess whether self-publishing is the right option for you. This article is not to tell you the costs associated with self-publishing [...]

In this video author Stefanie Newell shares ten random facts: – I wake up without an alarm clock. – I love juicing. – YouTube is my television. – I love motivational content. – I’m a shoeaholic. – I talk to my mom just about everyday on the phone. – My son is a music producer. [...]

Subscribe to The Life Of a Writer YouTube channel for regular updates! Editing in my opinion is the most important part of the self publishing process, aside from good content. It can make or break a reader’s perception of your book, so money should definitely be allotted for editing. I’ve heard of some authors handling [...]

In this video author Stefanie Newell goes into detail about how to accept writing criticism and how to choose a beta reader for your manuscript. A beta reader is someone who reads your written work with a critical eye and provides constructive criticism. Subscribe to The Life Of A Writer  How do you handle constructive [...]

In this video I will share five things you absolutely need to know if you’re interested in becoming a professional writer. Subscribe to The Life Of A Writer What did you think of my tips? Please share in the comment section below.

In this Life Of A Writer video, I discuss all of the items I’m loving in February! From the Misto to the Remington fabric shaver, find out why I’m loving these products this month! Subscribe to The Life Of A Writer MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO: REMINGTON FABRIC SHAVER: http://amzn.to/XKXlc9 MISTO: http://amzn.to/YaQbei Please share some of your favorites [...]

FELA! A Fitting Close To Black History Month Fox Theatre – Atlanta, GA, USA By Stefanie Newell I’m sure by now you’ve heard about the musical Fela! starring Destiny’s Child member Michelle Williams. The musical based on the life of late Nigerian music pioneer Fela Kuti is a three time Tony Award winning play produced [...]

Subscribe to The Life Of a Writer YouTube channel for regular updates! For the last year, I’ve wanted to incorporate more videos on my blog. If you’ve been a long time reader you’ve seen my Life Of A Writer series but today via YouTube I’ve launched The Life Of A Writer channel. This channel will consist [...]

This video will give 3 tips on querying a book publisher or a literary agent. Whether you are looking to get signed to a publishing company or for an agent to represent you, learn how to make your manuscript stand out from all the others! Subscribe to The Life Of A Writer Have you begun [...]

In this Life Of A Writer video, I discuss all of the items I’m loving in January! From incense to books, find out what I’m loving this month! Subscribe to The Life Of A Writer MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO: NAG CHAMPA INCENSE: http://amzn.to/124KLIW CANDLE WARMER: http://amzn.to/XotBSG APPLE IPAD: http://amzn.to/WDEEYU THE SECRET: http://amzn.to/12F47UY THE DREAM GIVER: http://amzn.to/VOGMhS SHARK TALES: http://amzn.to/VOyqkZ THE SLIGHT [...]