A Christmas Day Call to Action

By Lisa Norman

Merry Christmas! As you sip your cocoa (or something stronger—I won’t judge), let’s talk about giving your author website the gift of attention. Yes, the holidays are for relaxation, but they’re also a perfect time to think about fresh starts.… Read the post

by Lisa Norman

December is approaching, and I'm thrilled to introduce "Disruptive December" here on Writers in the Storm!

A Month of Disruption and Innovation

This is not just any month. It's a chance for us to bring together voices from every corner of the writing world—authors, marketers, librarians, and more—all sharing their best insights on how we can disrupt, innovate, and transform the way we publish, sell, and thrive in the book industry.… Read the post

by Lisa Norman

Interactive storytelling is transforming the way readers engage with narratives. It's no longer just about following a story—it's about shaping it.

This emerging trend allows authors to connect more deeply with their audience. Every choice the reader makes—provided and limited by the author—can alter the course of the story, making their experience personal and immersive.… Read the post

by Lisa Norman

“I am a warrior, so that my son may be a merchant, so that his son may be a poet.”

This quote, often attributed to John Quincy Adams, stuck in my brain the first time I heard it.… Read the post

by Lisa Norman

So, you’re going to have an author website! Great! You’ll want a couple things:

• a domain name — the address people type in to get to your website. It’s usually your own name if you can get it, or you might need to buy one, although you can use a free one from some platforms;
• and hosting—a home where your website will live.