I was prompted to write this article based on an experience that I had recently with a new writer, publishing for the first time. Something that I hope other writers will benefit from. For anonymity, I’ll call this writer Jerry.

Jerry had written a book to promote his...

Quite often I’m told by would-be writers, “I’ve always wanted to write, but I don’t have time,” or “I have a story to tell, but I don’t know where to begin.” The first step is often the hardest, but not impossible. It is not necessary to jump all in when doing someth...

Approximately two years ago, Alexandra Villaroel Abrego decided that she had a purpose to fulfill – that being to share her knowledge with young women of how to be smart, successful and beautiful on the inside as well as the outside. Alexandra has counselled and inspi...