Author Inspirations

The Truth In My Tennis Shoes

Filed in Author Inspirations by Brittnee Newman on April 7, 2016 • 0 Comments

Sometimes I think running is a lot like writing. I learned this lesson after a long, hard run two years ago. I laced up dirty, embarrassingly tattered tennis shoes, and my ankles churned across the asphalt until the concrete beneath me yielded up truth and clarity. I had vowed to run away from all the things which were […]

The Best Writing Tool You Aren’t Using

Everyone knows about a certain digital pinboard, known as the procrastinator’s best friend, the party planner’s go-to inspiration, and the foodie’s favorite recipe archive. But, as a writer, have you ever thought about how you can use Pinterest to develop your scene descriptions, hone your style, and actually see your characters take shape? Here are just […]

Book Cover Inspo: How to Create the Perfect Cover for Your Book

Filed in Author Inspirations by Elizabeth Vilella on February 26, 2016 • 0 Comments

All authors dream of having that perfect book cover, the one that will capture the spirit of our story. They want their book to be seen and talked about. Read on for a breakdown of what goes into a good cover design—and a little book cover inspiration. At Xulon Press our team of designers use their experience, […]

8 Famous Writers Spill Their Secret Writing Routines

Filed in Author Inspirations by Erika Bennett on February 5, 2016 • 9 Comments

I’ve spent a lot of time pouring over the daily routines of notable writers and learning what inspired their creative energy to pour out onto paper in the form of writing. Much like a baseball player won’t wash his lucky socks during a long stretch of wins in fear of breaking the streak—writers develop their […]

Compassion in Action: Interview with Xulon Author Jacki Dirksmeyer

Filed in Author Inspirations by Krystina Murray on December 21, 2015 • 1 Comment

Editor Krystina Murray interviews Xulon author Jacki Dirksmeyer on her faith and the practice of “breaking bread” are impacting her local community. Feed My Peeps is an organization in St. Louis, Missouri geared toward delivering food from local restaurants, caterers, farmer’s markets, and schools. Founded by Jacki Dirksmeyer in 2012, Feed My Peeps keeps many homeless […]