Many writers and authors can relate to the slump that often follows after publishing a book. Or, as Patty Blue Hayes, author and life coach, calls it, PPD - post publishing depression. Because writing projects can be a work in progress for several...

Readers have come to expect that certain story elements are present when reading fiction books in their favorite genre. Mystery readers are no different. In order for writers to capture the attention and interest of these readers, they must include an...

One of Diane Z. Shore's favorite parts of being a children's author is visiting schools, where she gets to inspire the kids to read and write. As a read-aloud advocate, Shore knows that many children are reluctant readers and need that extra encouragement...

One of Diane Z. Shore's favorite parts of being a children's author is visiting schools, where she gets to inspire the kids to read and write. As a read-aloud advocate, Shore knows that many children are reluctant readers and need that extra encouragement...

Many writers and authors can relate to the slump that often follows after publishing a book. Or, as Patty Blue Hayes, author and life coach, calls it, PPD - post publishing depression. Because writing projects can be a work in progress for several months...

Social media marketing with a pen name may seem like a nonstarter. But with a little creativity, you can still utilize social media to market your book while keeping your identity a secret. Andrea Dunlop, director of Social Media and Marketing for...

Social media marketing with a pen name may seem like a nonstarter. But with a little creativity, you can still utilize social media to market your book while keeping your identity a secret. Andrea Dunlop, director of Social Media and Marketing for...

Rewriting and editing is what distinguishes amateurs from professionals. It’s what brings your work to life. When you write a rough draft, you may pour yourself into it, but the rough draft is really just for getting the story down; the key to making...

As social creatures, humans need people they can create with and grow with, and this extends to authors in the writing process, says literary agent Steve Hutson. A critique group is an author’s tribe, made up of writers with a similar mission who all...

Essential Prep for Smart Investment Before embarking on the journey to write and publish a book, it's important to understand the potential costs associated with each step in the process. This will help you properly budget for your project and make...