“Meeting new characters in a novel is a little like meeting people for the first time when you’ve moved to a new town,” says editor Helga Schier. Because everyone is new, every first impression is vitally important. But, writers need to be careful...

Chuck Quinzio, cameraman and author, discusses his writing process and inspiration for crafting his nonfiction book. While working in a new industry, he collected stories and detailed the adventures he came across and the people he met. He says he...

Chuck Quinzio, cameraman and author, discusses his writing process and inspiration for crafting his nonfiction book. While working in a new industry, he collected stories and detailed the adventures he came across and the people he met. He says he...

What are the most compelling stories for young adults? And why do older adults enjoy young adult novels? Some of these books are able to reach markets outside their primary genre, but finding a voice that’s appealing to a large group of people can...

You've worked hard crafting the content for your nonfiction book, but have you ever considered the interior design elements that make your book more accessible and reader-centric? Join nonfiction author and book coach Cathy Fyock as she explores the...

When you are ready to start receiving some book reviews, it's okay to be selective. Literary publicist Stephanie Barko offers tips on how to get quality book reviews for your book. She stresses the importance of only requesting book reviews from people...

When you are ready to start receiving some book reviews, it's okay to be selective. Literary publicist Stephanie Barko offers tips on how to get quality book reviews for your book. She stresses the importance of only requesting book reviews from people...

Author Micki Browning views her 22 years in law enforcement as a masterclass in how to write a book. She saw humanity in all its forms and interacted with people from all walks of life. From this experience, Browning has been able to extrapolate many...

Sometimes being able to relate to children requires adults to revisit their own childhood, putting themselves in a child-like mindset. For children's co-authors Felicia Low-Jimenez and Adan Jimenez (A.J. Low), relating to children comes easy because...