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Comp Titles: The Key to Pitching Your Book

Apr 28, 2021 – Understanding Publishing

Ever wanted to know what comp titles are and how to use them? Editor Sam Brody reveals it all. Read more →

10 Types of Creative Writing (with Examples You’ll Love)

Apr 28, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

From personal essays and novels to graphic narratives, short stories, and memoirs — here are 10 types of creative writing you might enjoy. Read more →

5 Agent-Approved Query Letter Examples

Apr 27, 2021

Need a query that cuts through? Check out these query letter examples, rated by real publishing professionals. Read more →

Outlining a Nonfiction Book: 3 Steps to Success

Apr 22, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

Whether you want to write a self-help or a business book, learn how to outline a nonfiction book that readers will love in three key steps! Read more →

What is Kindle Vella? And Should You Join as an Author?

Apr 21, 2021 – Understanding Publishing

Kindle Vella is Amazon’s foray into the “serialization market,” competing with Wattpad or Radish for a younger readership. So how is it different? Read more →

BookFunnel Review: Should You Use It to Deliver Your Ebooks?

Apr 19, 2021 – Book Marketing

Thinking about using BookFunnel to deliver your ebooks? Here's what it has to offer, from stellar reader support to group promotions. Read more →

Reedsy's Guide to Sustainable Publishing

Apr 19, 2021 – Understanding Publishing

If you're an eco-conscious author looking to publish responsibly, we've got you covered with our guide to sustainable book publishing. Read more →

The Fichtean Curve: A Story in Crisis

Apr 14, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

The Fichtean Curve is a classic formula beloved by writers the world over. Discover the basics of this story structure and when it might be suitable to use. Read more →

Save the Cat Beat Sheet: The Ultimate Guide (+ Template)

Apr 14, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

Find out everything you need to know about using the Save the Cat beat sheet to build a watertight structure for your book. Read more →

The Seven-Point Story Structure: From Idea to Plot in 5 Steps

Apr 14, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

The seven-point structure is a new but famous story structure. Why? Because it comes with a system to turn your idea into a gripping tale. Read on for more. Read more →

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