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Lauren Davish

Lauren Davish
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Lauren Davish is a writer, singer/songwriter, yoga instructor, and voice coach. She received her MA in Creative Writing with a focus on creative nonfiction in 2019. Her favorite types of writing include blog posts and song lyrics, though she would love to one day publish a novel. Lauren lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and two cats.
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What is BookTok: 4 TikTok Strategies for Authors

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Who said TikTok was full of mindless videos? Clearly, they’ve never heard of BookTok. This thriving subcommunity on TikTok has proven itself to be...
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What Goes in the Back Matter of a Book?

What is back matter for your book, and why does it matter? Learn essential components, marketing tips, and best practices to keep readers engaged.
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Protagonist vs. Antagonist: A Guide to Writing Characters

The conflict between your protagonist vs. antagonist may be the central focus of your story, so it's worth determining their deeper roles in your narrative before you set out to write your tale.
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How to Write a Good Story (6 Tips for Aspiring Authors)

Gain insight on how to write a good story that captivates your audience by developing your characters, plot, and dialogue.
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Novel vs. Book: Three Key Differences

What's the difference between novel vs. book? From genre and category to word count to formats, we spell out the differences and similarities.
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How to Self-Publish a Children’s Book

We lay out a step-by-step process to self-publish a children's book, from writing a compelling story, to preparing your manuscript, to reaching your audience.
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7 Common Themes in Children’s Literature

How do you decide on a theme for your children's book? We look at common themes in children's literature to help you craft a story kids will love.

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