The Ultimate Literary Devices List: 120 Powerful Techniques Every Writer Should Know
Literary devices are a variety of techniques that writers use to craft better stories, characters, dialogues, and scenes. You probably learned about […]
Epub vs. Mobi: Which eBook Format Do You Need to Publish?
Most writers, deep in their first drafts, are not wondering about ebook file formats. But at some point, particularly if you’re self-publishing, […]
How Much Does It Cost to Publish a Book? A Realistic Breakdown
At some point, after the manuscript is finished and the relief of typing “the end” has worn off, you start to think […]
The Caregiver Archetype: Writing the Character Who Loves at Their Own Expense
A Caregiver archetype is someone who keeps everyone else in the story together. They are the ones who are insightful enough to […]
Collaborative Editing: How to Receive Feedback Without Losing Your Voice
Collaborative editing goes beyond the technical aspects. It’s a partnership to make your work the best it can be. Writing begins independently, […]
Critical Feedback
You’ve finally sent your manuscript to a beta reader, critique partner, or editor. You’re very eager to hear what they have to […]
The Benefit of Sensitivity Readers
You’ve written something brave, but it explores areas you’re concerned might potentially offend a specific group of people or culture. Perhaps you’ve […]
Contractions in Writing
You may have been taught to avoid contractions in your writing, but that rule typically applies to formal academic writing. There isn’t […]
Amazon Marketing Services Explained: Beginner’s Guide to Amazon Ads
You’ve completed your manuscript. You’ve gone through revision and editing. You’ve nailed down the cover and written a blurb you’re ecstatic about. […]
The 4 Stages of Book Editing
You finished a polished draft of your manuscript. Congratulations! That is a huge accomplishment, and I’m going to tell you something that […]
How to Publish a Book on Amazon KDP (A Step-by-Step Guide)
If you have done any research into self-publishing, you have probably seen the same name appearing everywhere: Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). This […]
Character Sheet Template: The Secret Tool for Creating Unforgettable Characters
A character sheet template can be the difference between a character who feels real on the page and one who constantly contradicts […]
How Many Words Per Page in a Book?
Have you ever found yourself comparing the length of your manuscript to other books, and wondering if you’ve written too much or […]
The Critique Circle Every Serious Writer Eventually Needs
Is there value in joining a critique circle? Writing is one of the most solitary of all professions. You sit alone, staring […]
The No-Excuses Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism
Avoiding plagiarism seems like a simple task: Just don’t steal someone else’s work. But when you’re immersed in research with tabs open […]
The Cumulative Sentence: How to Write Lines that Pull Readers In
The cumulative sentence is a versatile sentence structure that helps writers develop rhythm, reveal character, and enrich description within a single line. […]
Line Editing: Transform Good Writing Into Great Writing
Perhaps you’ve been working hard on your rewrite, but something is still off and you’re not quite sure how to fix it. […]
Writing Challenges: How Small Daily Commitments Create Extraordinary Results
The writing challenge is a commitment to write each day. A few years ago, I noticed that the writers in my workshops […]