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Expository Writing: The Craft of Sharing Information

Mar 02, 2023 – Understanding Publishing

Expository writing is a fundamental part of how we learn and make sense of the world. Learn all about it in this post. Read more →

The Differences Between Book Marketing and Publicity: Credibility Versus Control

Feb 20, 2023 – Book Marketing

Book marketing and book publicity comprise two main pillars of book promotion. Check out this post by Kellie Rendina to understand their differences. Read more →

Lay vs. Lie: A Definitive Explanation

Feb 17, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

To lay or to lie? Learn when to use each verb, and how to distinguish between them. Read more →

Grammarly Review: A Writer's Best Friend?

Feb 15, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Can Grammarly really help authors? Find out in this in-depth review of the popular proofreading tool. Read more →

Campfire Write Review: Everything You Need to Know

Feb 14, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

For writers doing a lot of worldbuilding and outlining, especially in fantasy or sci-fi, Campfire Write is a handy, if not potentially expensive, writing software. Read more →

Hyphen vs Dash: How to Pick the Right One

Feb 10, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Not sure when to use a hyphen or a dash? Check out this post to learn some quick rules! Read more →

How Many Pages is 1,000 Words? A Thorough Account

Jan 31, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Wondering how many pages 1,000 words are to prepare yourself for your submission? This post breaks down all the factors affecting page count. Read more →

What is Blackout Poetry? The Ultimate Guide to Erasure Verse

Jan 30, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Wondering what blackout poetry is? Learn its history and how to make your own erasure poem in this post. Read more →

How Creative Poetry Book Layouts Can Elevate Your Verse

Jan 17, 2023 – Book Design

Want to know what goes into creating a poetry book layout? Learn how it all comes together from our experienced designers. Read more →

Character Backstory: 7 Tips for Deepening Your Character's History

Jan 16, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Want to give your character's past extra depth? Check out these seven tips for creating an interesting character backstory. Read more →

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