by Kayleigh | Jan 6, 2023 | Editing Tips
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. by Kayleigh | Dec 30, 2022 | Writing Tips
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... by Kayleigh | Dec 23, 2022 | Editing Tips, Writing Tips
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... by Kayleigh | Dec 9, 2022 | Marketing Tips
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... by Kayleigh | Dec 2, 2022 | Editing Tips, Publishing Tips
If your 2023 resolution is going to be to get published, your end of 2022 resolution should be to revise your manuscript. This is a busy time of year for agents and publishers due to NaNoWriMo and folks wanting to check something off their bucket list in the new year....
