Sunday Spotlight Blog: Holly Lisle

Posted by Michelle Schusterman Sep 20, 2009

One thing is for sure: the community of writers online, both fiction and non, is made up of some of the most helpful folks on the planet. These writers, agents, and editors take time out of their busy schedules to keep up with blogs aimed at helping hopeful newbies with tips and advice on everything imaginable.

Every Sunday I'll highlight one of these wonderful blogs here on Resources for Writers. I plan on having a mix of blogs that will appeal to everyone from the horror novelist to the sports writer.

This Sunday's Spotlight is on Holly Lisle! Holly is a novelist and creator of several workshops for aspiring fiction writers.

Holly's fantastic website is an absolute goldmine for anyone attempting to write a novel. She has published dozens of novels and short stories, most of which fall in the categories of fantasy/science fiction/suspense. Holly has dedicated much of her life to helping other writers achieve their goal of writing novels for a living.

No matter what stage of writing you're in, Holly can help. Her website contains FREE workshops and articles on everything from character development and world building to revision and how to quit your day job to write. Holly doesn't make this goal easy – nothing could – but she makes it possible. A few minutes browsing her articles and you'll believe you can do it, too.

For those looking to really dig deep and get serious about their career, Holly is the creator of the Think Sideways course, an absolutely amazing program that addresses all the issues new novelists face and provides the motivational kick in the pants so many of us need to just start writing!

And of course, there's her blog...the point of this Spotlight! On Pocket Full of Words, Holly posts daily about her writing progress and provides tips. Currently, she is encouraging her followers to write a book with her. Every day Holly posts on her word count and progress, and everyone is encouraged to do the same in the comments section. It's a great way to stay motivated, and new novelists are welcome to join in any time!