Authors
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What Makes Typesetting a Pre-Publishing Essential for Every Author?
Sep 18, 2022
5 min read
Typesetting is as important as editing and proofreading for creating a well-finished book. This article explains how the process is a requisite for publishing success.
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The Difference Between Developmental Editing and Copyediting
Sep 11, 2022
5 min read
Knowing the difference between copyediting and developmental editing is a great way for you to be crystal clear about what you want for your manuscript.
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How To Write Better Letters In Your Novel
Sep 09, 2022
4 min read
When it comes to writing a letter in a novel in 2022, the conventions change drastically. So if you’re writing a letter in your novel, we’ve got some tips to help you out!
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7 Essential Elements of a Book Cover Design
Aug 30, 2022
7 min read
One deciding factor in getting a book sold—out of the thousands available at a bookstore—is its cover design. So, what ideas can you use to captivate any reader passing by?
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What Are Foil and Stock Characters? Easy Examples from Harry Potter
Aug 17, 2022
4 min read
The foil and stock characters are the focus of this article. What is their purpose in the story? How can you develop a character foil and choose an appropriate stock character for your story?
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How to Write a Novel in Past Tense? 3 Steps & Examples
Aug 16, 2022
5 min read
Writing a brilliant story starts with selecting the correct narrative tense. Is your story more suited to the present tense or the past? In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know while writing a novel in the past tense.
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How to Write Dialogue: 7 Rules, 5 Tips & 65 Examples
Jul 28, 2022
8 min read
Terrific dialogue isn’t just important when writing fiction, it’s essential. To win a book deal, and for your readers to keep coming back to your next book, you need to deliver superb dialogue in every scene!
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How to Promote Your Book Using a Goodreads Author Page
Jun 27, 2022
6 min read
Goodreads is primarily a site for people to find book reviews and recommendations. In this article, we’ll tell you how to make an author profile, how to get your book on Goodreads, and how to promote it on this platform.
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Short stories: Do’s and don’ts
Jun 08, 2022
5 min read
With social media platforms, writing competitions, and self-publishing, it has become easier than ever to make your short stories reach the masses. But what does it take to craft a memorable short story?