Invest in Yourself and Your Writing

Invest in Yourself and Your Writing

For self-publishers, editing and cover art costs can be a huge financial hit. Developing a savings plan as soon as you start drafting a new novel can be a way to get ahead of those costs so that you’re ready when the time comes to invest in professional services. Most...
Lose the Very

Lose the Very

Words like “very” and “really” are fine in conversation, but weaken your writing. Instead, look for a strong adjective. Sites like Lose the Very and Word Hippo can help you find alternatives and expand your vocabulary.
See You in 2023

See You in 2023

As you look to next year and consider resolutions, remember to go easy on yourself. Remember your mental health. Word count goals are great. Number of books (or pages) read is great, too. But so is down time for your brain to be quiet and to...
Round vs. Flat Characters

Round vs. Flat Characters

Round characters are complex, with depth and motivation that helps them to evolve throughout the story. Flat characters are, well, flat. We likely don’t know why and how they are who they are or what they like. They’re easy to sum up in a word or two. Your story...
Author Website

Author Website

When I visit your website, I should know from the home page what your latest book is or, if it’s not out yet, what it is and when it’s landing. I should also know where to buy it (and hopefully have the links right there). Need more insight and help? Let’s...
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