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Show, Don't Tell: Tips and Examples of The Golden Rule

Jul 11, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Show don’t tell is common advice among writers — but what does it really mean? This thorough guide answers that question with plenty of helpful examples. Read more →

What is an ISBN Number? A Look at Publishing’s ID System

Jul 05, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

Find out what an ISBN is, whether you really need one, and what buying an ISBN number will cost. Read more →

What is BookBub: The Ultimate Guide for Authors

Jul 03, 2019 – Book Marketing

From BookBub Featured Deals to self-serve ads and new release notifications, our exhaustive guide will teach you all you need to know about BookBub! Read more →

How Many Words in a Novel? (Updated for 2024)

Jun 27, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft, Understanding Publishing

Does word count really matter? To put it simply: YES! Read our guide to learn what your word count should be and our editors' tips for sticking to it. Read more →

Sensitivity Readers: Who Are They and Should Authors Use Them?

Jun 25, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

Tips for finding and working with beta readers and sensitivity readers who provide invaluable reader-feedback before your manuscript hits the presses! Read more →

What is a Beta Reader? How to Find and Work With an Author’s Best Friend

Jun 25, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

Wondering what beta readers do? Find out how they work and where to find them in this straightforward guide. Read more →

Types of Editing: An Inside Look at What Editors Do

Jun 18, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

What are the different types of editing? From development to fact-checking, here are the 5 major editing types every author needs to know Read more →

What is an Anti-Villain? Definition, Tips, and Examples

Jun 13, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

What do the Marvel Cinemaic Universe and Game of Thrones have in common? Anti villains. Learn exactly what an anti villain is here — with lots of examples! Read more →

29 Must-Know Examples of Repetition in Literature

May 31, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

We cover the basics of repetition, including a clear definition and over 29 repetition examples in literature. Don't forget to try out the repetition quiz! Read more →

What Are Extended Metaphors? How to Use Them, Plus Examples

May 30, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Find out what an extended metaphor is (and how it differs from a regular metaphor). Includes examples from popular culture! Read more →

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