Book Chat W/Author Vivian E. Moore

"CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG?" Book Envy How To Deal

Shift the perspective, Celebrate differences, Practice gratitude, Cheer for others, Listen, Like, and Share. 

“Are You Trying to Confuse Me?” The Power of Misdirection in Suspense and Thrillers

What Is Misdirection in Storytelling?
Suspense Thrives on Uncertainty.
Misdirection Creates Stronger Plot Twists.
The Brilliance of Misdirection.
 

“LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR” Embracing Author Partnerships

Breaking the Myth of Isolation, The Power of Shared Growth, Creativity Thrives in Collaboration, Building Lasting Friendships.
 

“WHY DOES IT HAVE TO BE SO COMPLICATED?”

Language is meant to be a bridge, not a barrier. When authors pack their writing with jargon, overly academic terms, or long-winded phrases, they risk shutting people out. Readers may feel excluded or overwhelmed—and once that happens, the message is lost.

"AT YOUR SERVICE"

The PROS & CONS of Agents 

“NEED I SAY MORE?” Stand-Alone vs. Book Series: (The Secret Power of a Singular Story)

The Beauty of a Stand-Alone, The Hidden Superpower of Expandability, Or the Best of Both Worlds.

"I'VE NEVER LIKED YOU!" Why Some Characters Are Unlikable (But Don't Ruin the Story)

The Purpose of Unlikable Characters: How they make the world feel real by adding depth, conflict, and purpose.  

"STEP RIGHT UP!" Why Authors Need Platforms

Author Platforms promote Visibility, Presence, and Influence.

“Giving Them Something to Talk About”

  Why Book Reviews Are Essential for Authors:
Social Proof in Action
Amplified Visibility
Word of Mouth, Digitized
Valuable Feedback for Authors
 
 

"PUT SOME RESPECT ON MY NAME"

 The Importance of Copyright Registration, Library of Congress. 
As an indie author, you might wear many hats — writer, editor, marketer, designer. But don’t skip the most important hat of all: copyright owner. Registering your work isn’t just about defending your rights — it’s about claiming your place in the literary world.