What happens after you finish writing a book? How exactly do you start a revision and discover your editing process? How do you know if you’re ready to hire an editor? How do you motivate yourself when faced with draft dread or editing blocks? How can you translate what you’ve accomplished so far into a […]
You’re a real wizard with words but computer stuff? Not so much. Whether you’ve got a long neglected website or never really set up a proper web presence, author, e-commerce expert and big honkin’ nerd Hillary DePiano is here to show you easy ways to get more out of the tools you’ve already got… even […]
If you love facts more than fiction, author Hillary DePiano will be your guide to the many ways to distribute and share non-fiction writing. From earning money blogging and paid freelance gigs to publishing a book and sharing your knowledge with the world, there’s never been a better time to share your expertise with readers […]
You’re a real wizard with words but computer stuff? Not so much. Whether you’ve got a long neglected website or never really set up a proper web presence, author, e-commerce expert and big honkin’ nerd Hillary DePiano is here to show you easy ways to get more out of the tools you’ve already got… even […]
Though often used interchangeably, both your author platform and your brand are essential tools for building a writing career. How can a blog help you sell books? Are social sites like Twitter (X) and Facebook good for anything other than wasting time? Are there time-tested strategies that work no matter which platform is the latest […]
You want to write more, but there are only so many hours in a day. Everyone’s trying to do more with less time these days and writers are no exception. But there’s no one size fits all method because creative work isn’t always linear and we’re all unique with our own strengths and challenges. What […]
Join us for this workshop presented by Hillary DePiano on creative non-fiction and memoir writing!
SavvyAuthors Subscriber Member Pricing: $26.25 Basic Member Pricing: $30.00 Class Length 2 Weeks Beginner writers all suffer the same challenges: passive characters, uneven pacing, meandering plot and the dreaded “Happy People in Happyland.” Readers crave active protagonists, characters who chase their goals and drive the story forward with the choices they make in the face […]
Setting Yourself Up for Writing Success: Preparing to Write a Book Presenter: Hillary DePiano 4 Weeks February 2 – 27, 2026 $30 (Free for RWO General Members) Forum Workshop Overview This is it. You’re finally ready to start writing that book you know you’ve got inside you. But where do you start? Join author Hillary […]