Tag: tips for authors

For some writing projects, external reviews, fact-checks, or sign-offs are essential. The right strategies can help make the process as collaborative and painless as possible.

In the ninth entry in my series about self-publishing, we'll look at how to ensure you get the best possible printed books, how to use them, and how to plan plenty of time for promotion.

You may have typed "the end" on the last page of your manuscript, but it's not ready to be sent to your editor. These nine steps will help clarify what you need to do before you ship your book off for editing.

Reading and writing "broken" text can teach an appreciation of what works — and what doesn’t — when it comes to great writing.

Writing often happens under trying conditions. The right strategies can help you manage stress, fatigue, and distractions to move your writing forward.

What makes a standout sentence to you? Studying works you love can help you focus on writing great sentences that make an impact on your story and your readers.

Rules are weighty and can produce some of the most significant sentences you'll write. They build your story world, immerse your reader, and produce consequences.