What is the Proust Questionnaire? 22 Questions to Write Better Characters
Dec 08, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Inspired by Marcel Proust, check out the questionnaire that will help your characters remember things past. Read more →
Children's Book Template: Create a Perfect Layout (+ Download)
Nov 08, 2023 – Book Design

Download and use our storyboard to map out your picture book page-by-page before adding illustrations. Read more →
What is Plot Structure? Definition and Diagram
Nov 07, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Get a deeper understanding of plot structure and its five stages. Read more →
How To Craft a Book Hook (Tips from Editors)
Oct 20, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

We break down what a book hook is, why it matters for authors, and how to craft a successful one. Read more →
Book Hook: 48 Examples of Irresistible Elevator Pitches
Oct 20, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

A list of great book pitch examples across various genres for you to get inspired by. Read more →
Can a Professional Book Cover Double Your Sales?
Oct 11, 2023 – Book Design

Let's find out how much a professional cover design can affect book sales — with our strictly scientific experiment. Read more →
12 Elements of Poetry Every Poet Needs to Know
Oct 10, 2023 – Understanding Publishing

In order to become a poet, you need to learn the basics. Find out more about the foundations of poetry in this post, where we look at 12 of its most important elements. Read more →
What is Pathos? Definition and Examples in Literature
Sep 29, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Pathos is a literary device that uses language to evoke an emotional response, typically to connect readers with the characters in a story. Read more →
The 6 Best Book Cover Templates, Reviewed
Sep 27, 2023 – Book Design

Looking for a simple, inexpensive book cover? These 6 online tools got you covered. Read more →
How to Start a Children’s Book: Coming Up with Your Big Idea
Aug 18, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

If you've ever dreamed of writing a children's book but aren't sure where to start, check out this post to learn more about how you can create the perfect story for kids. Read more →
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