Shelly Thacker's practical approach to the craft of writing has made her a sought-after speaker. She has presented workshops at writers' conferences across the U.S. and Canada, including standing-room-only appearances at RWA's national conferences. Her renowned step-by-step workshops offer the tips and tactics that today's writers need to succeed. Watch for her new book about crafting popular fiction, Shelly Thacker's Writing Workshop, coming soon to your favorite digital retailer.

Tips, Tactics & Time-Savers

• 10 Tips for a Top-Notch Novel
• Banish Burnout: Stress Reduction for Authors
• How to Survive (and Thrive) in a Critique Group
• Market Savvy for Fiction Writers
• Q&A: Help! I Need to Write Faster!
• Researching the Historical Novel
• Writing Warm-ups: 12 Ways to Jump-start Your Day

For advice on joining the "indie author" revolution, visit Shelly's blog