Prompt: Write about new beginnings. We loved our February writing competition so much, we decided we couldn’t wait for another! The theme of this competition is spring, and we decided to keep the prompt broad to really encourage variety and cre
An essential part of composing a manuscript is sentence structure variety. Paying attention to this element will result in writing that is both interesting and engaging for your reader. This blog serves as a quick review of constructing complex sente
As mentioned in our previous blog, “How to Gain Confidence as a Writer,” we suggest a journal dedicated to daily freewriting prompts. Writing prompts for journaling are topics that serve as starting points, and help build your writing muscles. Wi
I am here to tell you that every writer, at some point, lacks confidence in their writing. Perhaps this is due to the true vulnerable nature of writing and publishing. We present a personal piece of ourselves to the world when we write and publish. S
The team at The Lighthouse Books works to inspire and elevate writers to the point of established self-published authors. Clearly, we are advocates of the self-publishing route. However, the concept of self-publishing is not a new one. In fact, many
The steadfast tradition of reading to children provides many benefits. Read on to find out more! Babies and young children pick up so much from their environment, and reading aloud to them expands their world and their imagination. A child’s mi
Why is creating a writing sanctuary essential for every author? Simply, it is a way to have space in which to find inspiration and lose yourself in your craft. The goal is to move away from the feeling like writing is a forced chore; such a feeling i
Are you experiencing writer’s block as you sit inside at your desk? A solution: give your idea some legs! You may have heard of modern day innovative leaders who hold meetings while they are on a walk. However, the concept of walking or incorpo
Freewriting is a quick and easy way to move past writer’s block! In 1973, Peter Elbow introduced the strategy of freewriting. Automatic writing, babbling, or jabbering exercises are other terms for the practice. Freewriting is nonedited writing
One of the easiest ways to improve your writing is to read in greater frequency and of a wider content. Let us know how reading has improved your writing in the comments! Regarding becoming a better writer, Madeleine L’Engle stated, “I have advic
Reading is not only fun, but super beneficial for your mental health and physical wellbeing. Check out the facts! 1) The University of Sussex published a study in 2009, which states that reading can reduce stress by up to 68%. 2) Reading makes it eas
Setting a routine not only helps with time management, but increases productivity. 1) Wake up early Starting your day earlier means you have more time to do the things you normally can’t fit into your schedule. Plus, this easily adaptible habit
As a writer, it is inevitable that you will experience some form of rejection at some point in your career. Here is our advice to… As writers, especially when first starting out, it is inevitable that we will face/experience some form of reject
We’ve compiled a simple list of foods to eat for a healthy writing mind. Let us know what yours are in the comments! 1) Almonds- vitamin e (prevent memory loss) 2) Salmon- omega 3s (slow cognitive decline, sharpen mind) 3) Dark chocolate- flavo
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