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How to Write a Biography: A 7-Step Guide [+Template]

Jun 30, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Portraying someone’s life on paper in a comprehensive and engaging way requires solid preparation. Here are 7 steps you can follow. Read more →

What Is an Index in a Book? Everything You Need to Know

Jun 07, 2023 – Book Design

Ever wondered what a book index is for, or how it's made? Read this post to take a peek behind the publishing curtain. Read more →

When to Use Semicolons: 4 Rules and Examples

May 26, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Confused about when to use a semicolon and how it's different from other punctuations? Here's a breakdown, with plenty of examples. Read more →

What's New on the Reedsy Marketplace? [2023 Update]

May 24, 2023 – Reedsy News

A quick intro to Reedsy's May 2023 update, including its new interface and landing page for the Reedsy Book Editor. Read more →

5 Ways to Save on Your Self-Publishing Budget

Apr 28, 2023 – Understanding Publishing

If you want to self-publish a book without breaking the bank, here are 5 tips to ensure you still get the best result possible. Read more →

Alright vs All Right: What is the Difference? [+ Examples]

Apr 17, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Wondering what the difference is between alright and all right? Or which spelling is correct? This posts breaks it down using plenty of examples. Read more →

30 Great Book Dedication Examples to Inspire Your Own

Apr 05, 2023 – Understanding Publishing

A list of 30 of the best book dedications in the business, that'll have you crying, laughing, and crying laughing. Read more →

How to Set Effective Writing Goals (That Will Help You Grow)

Apr 04, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

How can you set writing goals that are realistic, useful, and lead you “confidently in the direction of your dreams”? This post can help you set writing resolutions tailored to your individual needs. Read more →

The World's Best Writing App Just Got Cats

Apr 01, 2023 – Reedsy News

How could Reedsy's beloved book-writing app get any better? With the addition of cats, of course. Read more →

Happy April Fool's Day!

Apr 01, 2023 – Reedsy News

Sadly, ReedsyMatch is stuck in second gear. Come back this time next year and we'll hopefully find your literary match. Read more →

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