Creative nonfiction is a popular genre that encompasses many kinds of books, including bestsellers such as Wild by Cheryl Strayed, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot, and The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson. To get started...

There are four basic types of writing, commonly referred to as “writing styles.” These styles are Expository , Persuasive/Argumentative , Narrative , and Descriptive . Each style serves a specific purpose, such as explaining how something works or...

Have you written a book and are unsure who the audience is for that book? It’s important to know the audience as soon as possible. It’s best to know this even before you begin writing. But if you are past that point and still haven’t’ defined your audience...

The internet and the democratization of the publishing industry have made it easier than ever today to publish a book. With so many people publishing material in so many different formats, the competition to sell one’s writing has never been keener....

An author receives 10% to 15% of income from the price of a traditionally published book. New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Brandewyne offers a thorough discussion of traditional author royalties on her website if you wish to study this topic...

As an author, you want to make an informed decision when deciding how to publish your work. Traditional, independent, do-it-yourself, and supported self-publishing are all viable publishing models, but what is the best choice for you? A basic understanding...