This post is part of a virtual book tour organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Denise Alicea will be awarding a $15 Amazon/BN gift card to a randomly drawn winner. Click on the tour banner to see the other stops on the tour.
Read Widely
Immerse yourself in various genres and styles to expand your literary horizons.
Write Consistently
Establish a regular writing schedule and stick to it. Touch your work daily, even if it’s just for a few minutes.
Find Your Voice
Don’t try to imitate others. Develop your unique writing style and perspective.
Embrace the First Draft
Allow yourself to write imperfectly. The first draft is about getting your ideas down.
Show, Don’t Tell
Use vivid descriptions and sensory details to bring your story to life.
Edit Ruthlessly
Be willing to “kill your darlings” and cut anything that doesn’t serve the story.
Seek Feedback
Connect with other writers and find beta readers to provide constructive criticism.
Keep Learning
Attend writing workshops, read craft books, and continuously work on improving your skills.
Remember, every writer starts somewhere. Keep writing, stay persistent, and your skills will grow with practice.
It is Christmas. Apollo, sleeping on his new cushion, is a rescue cat who has just found his forever home. He is surprised to hear a man coming down the chimney, but his first sight of Santa Claus reassures him that this man is friendly. They talk for a while, and Santa Claus explains who he is and what Christmas is all about. Apollo listens carefully and has just one wish – that all cats everywhere could be as lucky and cared for as he is. Will his wish come true? Read on and find out all about Santa Claws!
About the Author: 
Born in Manhattan and raised in Connecticut, Denise Alicea started writing when drawing and painting simply weren’t enough. A writer of poetry, fantasy, time travel, romance and more, Denise has won several awards and has had several finalist nominations. She loves technology, reading, watching movies, and managing her blog over at The Pen & Muse Book Reviews
This looks like a great read. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for hosting!
This sounds like an informative read.
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What do you find to be the most challenging part of writing? And the most rewarding?
Thank you for hosting!