Category Archives: digital publishing

My Best Writing Advice: Let it suck

Posted on November 17, 2013 by chrisryanwrites

There seems to be an abundance of writing advice on twitter today, for which I am thankful. To return the favor, I wanted to offer the best writing advice I give my students, but this has proven impossible to do … Continue reading →

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A big step for a small book

Posted on October 12, 2013 by chrisryanwrites

I don’t get nervous. That is what I keep telling myself as I pace the kitchen, boiling water for another cup of tea. Not nervous at all. Pace, pace. Not me. Pace, pace. Never. Today I join my partners in … Continue reading →

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The Master has Passed

Posted on August 20, 2013 by chrisryanwrites

One of my all-time writing heroes and one of the greatest influences on my writing has passed. All hail The Master, Elmore Leonard. If you don’t know him, click on the link and discover one of America’s all-time great storytellers. … Continue reading →

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Ten Things That Block Writing, or Reveal A Truth

Posted on July 25, 2013 by chrisryanwrites

It often seems everyone wants to write, but honestly, how many actually get the writing done? There’s a huge difference in those two figures. One of the reasons most often cited by struggling writers is difficulty in finding the time. … Continue reading →

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To self-publish or not to self-publish?

Posted on July 9, 2013 by chrisryanwrites

Indie Author News has published “Should You Self-Publish Your First Book?” seen on Scott Berkun’s website. I am in no way The Expert, but I believe, as a self-publisher who has won two awards for my first novel City of … Continue reading →

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On Writing: Penning Permission

Posted on May 11, 2013 by chrisryanwrites

Joanna Penn, a writer, author and blogger you must find if you do not currently follow her, got mad recently, reacting to “an article that came out this week on one literary agent’s blog about whether your publisher will let … Continue reading →

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After Eleven Years, Dad, What Can I Say?

Posted on April 25, 2013 by chrisryanwrites

Eleven years ago today, my father passed away. I’ve missed him every day since then. We didn’t always get along (hey, we’re Irish), but eventually that settled, especially after the kids were born. Once that happened, I called him just … Continue reading →

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Tables Turned: someone else writes about me

Posted on April 20, 2013 by chrisryanwrites

So today, a very good article about me arrived. I believe in local journalism, and in utilizing it to build your base. Here’s hoping you find this article interesting. http://fb.me/2mLGXmJ5i Christopher Ryan is author of City of Woe, available on … Continue reading →

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What Message the Boston Marathon Bombing Really Sends

Posted on April 16, 2013 by chrisryanwrites

I have been struggling with what to say to my junior and senior students about the Boston Marathon bombings. I hate that this is the “latest terror attack” – the phrase delivers the twin defeats of acknowledging we now have … Continue reading →

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On Writing: A Phone Call Writers Dream of

Posted on March 24, 2013 by chrisryanwrites

You can’t wait for it, will it, pay for it, or do it yourself, but every once in awhile, a blessing comes to writers. Something that re-energizes, that affirms beliefs, keeps the writing going. When it comes, embrace it, live … Continue reading →

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