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Dynamic vs Static Characters: Definition and Examples

Sep 30, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

A deep dive on what dynamic and static characters are with plenty of examples from literature. Read more →

The 13 Best Fantasy Map Generators, Tools, and Resources

Sep 22, 2021 – Book Design

Whether you fancy a randomly generated fantasy map as your muse, or designing a map from scratch, there's sure to be something here for you. Read more →

Writing Flash Fiction: 5 Quick Tips for Mini Masterpieces

Sep 01, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

Writing flash fiction is an exciting, low-stakes way to experiment. Learn how to write a masterpiece of a micro-story with our 5 quick tips. Read more →

How Much Does an Editor Cost? What to Expect for Pro Services

Sep 01, 2021 – Understanding Publishing

Before you hire an editor to polish your book, check out the by-the-word rates you can expect to pay for top-notching editing services! Read more →

4 Essential Tips for Working with an Editor

Sep 01, 2021 – Understanding Publishing

You know what type of editing your manuscript requires and where to find the best editors in the business. Now let's talk about the editing itself! Here are a few must-know tips for a smoother, more rewarding editing collaboration. Read more →

What is a Foil Character and What Role Do They Play? (With Examples)

Sep 01, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

What is a foil character and what do they add to a story? Here, we go through their main functions with examples from film and literature. Read more →

Rising Action: Definition, Tips, and Examples

Sep 01, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

Here we will give you an in-depth tour of the beating engine at the heart of all your favorite stories: rising action. Read more →

Book Printing Services: Which One Is Right for You?

Aug 16, 2021 – Understanding Publishing

Find the book printing service that best suits your needs with Reedsy's guide to offset, volume, and on demand printing. Read more →

Amazon Editorial Reviews: An Indie Author’s Secret Weapon

Aug 11, 2021 – Book Marketing

In this post, we’ll explain why Amazon editorial reviews matter, how to secure them, and how to use them to impact your launch. Read more →

How to Make a Great Audiobook as an Indie Author

Aug 03, 2021 – Understanding Publishing

Find out how to make an audiobook of the highest quality by enlisting the help of a professional narrator— an investment that'll pay for itself. Read more →

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