Joe Meno, author of "Office Girl,” discusses how awards have helped him along his writing journey. One of the great things about literary prizes is that you get to meet with some of the most amazing writers. But another reason it’s fantastic for a...

Editing doesn’t happen overnight. Publishing doesn’t either. Both of these things can take weeks or even months. In some cases, it could be years before your book has an official release date. So how do you find out how long each step will take? From...

Editing doesn’t happen overnight. Publishing doesn’t either. Both of these things can take weeks or even months. In some cases, it could be years before your book has an official release date. So how do you find out how long each step will take? From...

For many authors, their first completed manuscript isn't always the one that gets the first book deal. This was the case for middle-grade author Laura Martin. Her critically acclaimed Edge of Extinction book series was her second book project but was...

If you’re editing your manuscript for the first time, there are probably at least a few editing terms you’re not completely familiar with. We’ve assembled a glossary of common terms with brief definitions to help you navigate your way through this...

For the past 30 years the Indy Reads non-profit organization has been executing adult literacy programs.What started with one-on-one volunteer work turned into a much bigger initiative to help adults who have undiagnosed learning disabilities or never...

For the past 30 years the Indy Reads non-profit organization has been executing adult literacy programs.What started with one-on-one volunteer work turned into a much bigger initiative to help adults who have undiagnosed learning disabilities or never...

A book is a powerful force. It can inspire and inform. It can help create change in society. Dalya Massachi, author of “Writing to Make a Difference,” discusses three secrets to write a book that influences social change. First, do your research and...

A book is a powerful force. It can inspire and inform. It can help create change in society. Dalya Massachi, author of “Writing to Make a Difference,” discusses three secrets to write a book that influences social change. First, do your research and...

Setting long-term writing and publishing goals is an important step in making a career out of writing. Author AJ Baker understands this, and has established some long-term goals for his writing. He has had some success with getting his short work published...