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Writing a Non-Fiction Query Letter (+ Sample Query Letter)

Jun 02, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Learn how to write a non-fiction query letter that gets agents and editors excited. Includes a real example that got a book sold. Read more →

How to Start a Novel: 8 Steps to the Perfect Opening Scene

May 26, 2020 – Perfecting your Craft

Want to write an amazing opening for your book? This post will show you how to start a novel off right, in 8 simple steps. Read more →

Where to Submit Short Stories: 20 Places Accepting Submissions

May 25, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Where to submit short stories in 2023? Check out the top places accepting short story submissions and launch your career! Read more →

Poetry Submissions: Top Places To Submit Your Poems in 2024

May 25, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Get your foot in the door by submitting your poems to these 20 well-respected magazines accepting poetry submissions in 2024. Read more →

What is Line Editing and How Can It Help Your Book?

May 22, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Line editing polishes your language and perfects your style line-by-line. Learn more here, including examples of line editing and how to do it yourself! Read more →

How to Publish (and Sell) on Apple Books in 2024

May 21, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

A complete step-by-step guide to Apple Books publishing, plus some marketing tips on how to sell more copies on the platform. Read more →

Novlr Review: The Best Writing Software for You?

May 20, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Novlr is a novel-writing app "by writers, for writers." But what does it actually offer, and who will get the most out of Novlr? Find out here! Read more →

How to Write a Series: 5 Fundamental Tips for Expanding Your Story

May 08, 2020 – Perfecting your Craft

Learn how to write a series by understanding these five fundamental elements of storytelling, from planning to character development. Read more →

How to Publish on Google Play Books in 2024

May 06, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Learn how to publish on Google Play Books in seven simple steps! Includes tips from the Google Play team themselves and bestselling Play authors. Read more →

Lulu Publishing Review: READ THIS Before You Use Them!

Apr 30, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Lulu Press helps self-publishing authors print and distribute their books, but are they really worth the cost? Learn all about Lulu publishing here. Read more →

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