What writing rules do you live by (and which ones do you break)?
Knowing writing rules doesn't guarantee you'll produce stellar written work, but aspirational rules can expand your horizons, and practical rules can improve your writing craft.
There Are A Million Kinds Of Writers: Which One Are You?
Maybe there aren’t a million names for the different kinds of writers out there, but there are as many ways to write as there are people who write.
Use Sensory Language To Make Your Writing Come Alive
One way to make an impact on your readers is to invite them right into the room with you – bring them in close by crafting scenes that rely on sensory language.
How To Engage Kids With Reading
In our February BookBaby Twitter Chat, Lauren Lynne, certified teacher and author of the young adult series The Secret Watchers, shared her thoughts on how to engage kids with reading and the importance of writing in the classroom.
Three Things To Do Before You Write A Book
This excerpt from How to Become an Author: Your Complete Guide spells out some recommended steps to take before you set out to pen your first masterpiece.
Are You Prepared To Make Sacrifices To Be A Writer?
If you want to achieve real success as a writer, you have to take the steps to carve out a genuine opportunity for yourself. This includes taking some risks, making some sacrifices, and making changes to your daily life. Are you ready to do what it takes to write, publish, and promote the novel that will transform you into a successful writer? Here are steps you can take to make it happen.
Three Simple Practices for Advancing Your Writing Career
Creating a writing group with trusted friends and authors is one way to provide accountability, moral support, and feedback – and can be a great asset as you advance your writing career.