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C.A. SIMONSON, Freelance Writer, Author, Publisher Assistant

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Author: C.A. Simonson

C.A. Simonson is a freelance writer and author of eight novels and seven nonfiction books. Her award-winning short stories have appeared in seven anthologies. Close to 800 informational articles, human interest stories, content pieces, and DIY articles have been published in national print and online magazines, periodicals, and newsletters. Her books are available in paperback, digital, and audio format on Amazon, KOBO, iTunes, Barnes and Noble, and audible.com or at casimonson.com. With her love of writing and skills as a former IT help desk/trainer, she assists other aspiring authors with editing, formatting, and self-publication. C.A. Simonson lives in the Ozarks of Missouri.

Set Up a Manuscript Template

What is “standard manuscript formatting?” Most editors and publishers require your story or article in this form. Get a free template already set up or use step-by-step directions to set up your own standard manuscript formatted template.

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Worth of a Girl Receives 5-star Award!

What others are saying about Worth of a Girl? Compelling! Can’t put it down! Gripping. Innocence meets Reality. A faith-based thriller with issue-driven suspense.

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The Chosen One Receives Gold Award

Mary’s Story – told from the viewpoint of a 13-year-old – “A delightful read, evoking a profound sense of immersion…”

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Rock Band Roadie becomes “ESCAPE!”

When the riot broke out, the women hid; the other musicians picked up their guitars as weapons. No one knew what would come next. Rock Band Roadie is now ESCAPE! – a Christian thriller. Abduction, prison break, police chases and hidden lies.

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Ideas for How to Write a Story

Writing a story isn’t hard – once you get started. It’s finding the ideas that often get one stumped. These workbooks will help alleviate and maybe eliminate writer’s block from your vocabulary!

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How to Pitch an Article or Story to a Magazine or Ezine

Pitching a story or article to a magazine or blog site is the same as writing a query letter. There … More

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FREE TEMPLATE

Download your standard manuscript format template here!

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PUBLISHING HELP!

Need help getting your book on Amazon or Kindle? Need a book cover design?  Find out more!  Self-Publishing Help

BOOK COVER DESIGNS by C.A. SIMONSON

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