Writing is a DIY activity because you do it...well, by yourself. However, there is value to locating a community that can support you through this largely isolated activity. Below are some steps for building a support community for yourself as a writer...

The voracious television and cable television markets are the primary market today for novels and nonfiction books seeking adaptation to the screen. With the proliferation of channels in the past ten years, competition for stories is fierce but also...

By definition, a prologue is a preface or introduction to a literary work. But before you include a prologue in your book, you should ask yourself, “Is it really necessary? Does it add to the readers’ enjoyment of the book?” The cold, hard fact of...

In this exclusive webinar with Karen Schechner, Vice President of Kirkus Indie, you’ll discover how Kirkus Indie reviews work (fees, privacy, matching books with reviewers, genres we cover, etc.), why several reviews from various publications is good...

Author and film critic Sam Staley (SR Staley) is an educator at heart. With a background in social science and public policy, he knows a lot about politics, economics, and history. Staley enjoys learning from the world and relationships around him...

With all the social media platforms available today, where do you even begin? Author Lisa Nielsen provides a beginners guide to social media for authors. First, join a social media platform, such as Twitter or create a blog. Don't be afraid of starting...

With all the social media platforms available today, where do you even begin? Author Lisa Nielsen provides a beginners guide to social media for authors. First, join a social media platform, such as Twitter or create a blog. Don't be afraid of starting...

One savvy author skill is the ability to deliver your book’s elevator pitch. Every author needs to be able to showcase their book in about 30 to 60 seconds, which is the traditional length of an elevator ride. The elevator pitch is part hook and part...