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Figurative Language: Types, Examples, and How to Use It
Jun 16, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
A break-down of what figurative language is, common types of figurative language, examples from literature, and advice on how to use it in your own writing. Read more →
What is a Pun? Definition, Types, and 50 Examples
Jun 16, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
A lighthearted look at puns — how they work, why they stick, and how writers use them. Read more →
Indirect Characterization: Definition, Examples, and Tips
May 15, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
In this post, we explore what indirect characterization is and how to use it to create fully rounded characters, including how to apply the popular STEAL (speech, thought, effect, action, and looks) method. Read more →
Direct Characterization: Definition, Examples, and Tips
May 08, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
Learn what direct characterization is and how to use it effectively alongside indirect methods to sculpt compelling characters. Read more →
How To Market Your Audiobook: 6 Strategies for Authors (2025 Update)
Apr 30, 2025 – Book Marketing
Discover six actionable audiobook marketing methods that can boost your sales and grow your listener base. Read more →
What is Exposition? Definition, Tips, and Examples
Apr 25, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
Learn what exposition is, and how authors can use it to seamlessly sneak important informatino into their writing. Read more →
How to Publish a Children's Book (and Actually Make Money)
Apr 16, 2025 – Understanding Publishing
An 8-step blueprint for writing and publishing a children's book, and turning it into a full-time career. Read more →
How to Plot a Novel: 4 Ways to Get from Idea to Story
Apr 11, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
Here are four different ways to plot your novel. Choose your favorite or draw inspiration from multiple methods! Read more →
Live: How to Structure Your Novel Before You Write It
Apr 11, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
NYT bestselling author explains how to structure your novel before you start writing. Read more →
How to Make Money Writing in 2025
Mar 24, 2025 – Understanding Publishing
Do you fantasize about earning all your money from writing? I’m here to tell you how to make that a reality. Read more →
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