Category Archives: Ofelia Montelongo

5 Things I Learned from Attending Authors Readings

Posted on August 18, 2016 by Laura Orsini

5 Things I Learned from Attending Authors Readings by Ofelia Montelongo As an always-learning aspiring author, I love to hear how other authors did it: How did they overcome the fears and trespass the world of writing and publishing? In my … Continue reading →

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Five Years and Counting…Writing My First Novel

Posted on January 18, 2016 by Laura Orsini

Five Years and Counting…Writing My First Novel by Ofelia Montelongo It was not so long ago that I decided to quit my financial job to dedicate my life to my new business and my writing. I finished the first draft … Continue reading →

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Writing a Novel in a Second Language

Posted on October 18, 2015 by Laura Orsini

Writing a Novel in a Second Language by Ofelia Montelongo Being a writer means that a passion for writing grows up from your inner soul and doesn’t stop until you create something worth reading. But what happens when, by twists … Continue reading →

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Why Comedy Is Important in Your Writing

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Laura Orsini

Why Comedy Is Important in Your Writing by Ofelia Montelongo As writers, we all have different techniques and diverse genres in which we like to write. However, there is a component to writing that I believe is important to add, … Continue reading →

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Music, the Soul Healer of a Writer

Posted on July 18, 2015 by Laura Orsini

Music, the Soul Healer of a Writer by Ofelia Montelongo If music be the food of love, play on. — William Shakespeare As writers, we all have different types of concentration and inspirational techniques. One effective technique is listening to … Continue reading →

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The Art of Finding Inspiration

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Laura Orsini

The Art of Finding Inspiration by Ofelia Montelongo I’m constantly tempted by worthless amusing activities instead of finishing my book. I frequently use this excuse: I’m not inspired, right now. I’m fully aware that inspiration doesn’t come every day nor … Continue reading →

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