Accomplished writer and author Bob Morris admits that he was very green when he wrote his first novel. He didn't consider if there was an audience for his work or think about a marketing strategy. All he cared about with the first book in his Zack...

Author Sheri Fink's debut novel Cake in Bed is a sweet and sexy romance, very different from her bestselling series of children's picture books. Fink experienced some self-doubt when starting this book project, but something inside of her drove her...

Author Sheri Fink's debut novel Cake in Bed is a sweet and sexy romance, very different from her bestselling series of children's picture books. Fink experienced some self-doubt when starting this book project, but something inside of her drove her...

Our favorite stories have a well-crafted structure and contain common elements. We think of writing as an art, but does it have elements of math and science? Elaine Ash thinks so. Ash, author, editor, and book coach, shares her research on structure...

We know that people have a variety of approaches to writing a novel. Some write by "pantsing," some by outlining, and some by a combination of both methods. While each approach offers unique advantages, each also comes with a unique set of challenges...

Anyone who has seen a Hallmark movie can dissect a true romantic plot with ease. We know the conventions because they historically work well in a story. However, these plots are constantly being subverted and twisted by authors to create other, interesting...

Discover the underdog market that pays you to display your books on their shelves. As an author, you may wonder if marketing your book to libraries is worth the effort. The answer is a resounding “YES!” Not only are libraries a viable source of book...

L.E. Perez, author and owner of Palmas Publishing, spent 15 years in law enforcement within victim services. She explains how she integrates the stories, the emotions, and the encounters she had with victims of domestic violence and their families...

L. E. Perez, author and owner of Palmas Publishing, shares how she chooses the cast of characters for her stories. Today, readers are more aware of representation in books. However, conversations surrounding diversity are complex. Making sense of our...

Do you dream of seeing your book on the shelves of the local bookstore? Before that can happen, you have to learn the “rules” of selling your book into the retail market. Bookstores have very limited shelf space compared to the rent they are being charged...