Have you just completed the first draft of your nonfiction book and are wondering what comes next? Before taking the leap to professional editing, consider leveraging the power of an editorial board for a crucial peer review process. This step is essential...

Have you started writing a nonfiction book that you are struggling to finish? Do you have an idea for a book but don’t know how to get started? Now you can start and finish your book sooner rather than later following the 7-step process that forms...

Many authors dream of having their books placed on the shelves of big box stores such as Wal-Mart, Target, and Costco, or front and center in airport stores across the country. But, is this dream even feasible, especially for self-published or indie...

Every great protagonist needs an equally great antagonist to struggle against. Without this conflict or opposition, a story will be dull, uninteresting, and unfocused. But, what is an antagonist? Must it always be a villain or have bad intentions? Can...

Structuring a nonfiction book is a lot like building a house. There are many different styles and ways to go about it, and there are only one or two structures that are actually suited for your particular book and the things you want to say. Presenter...

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...

The term “plot” is used as one of the three cornerstones of creating a fictional story: 1) Characters, 2) World, and 3) Plot. Starting from the definition of what a plot is, fiction author Valerie Willis dives into how genres play a part in plot development...

In this webinar, "How To Overcome Writer's Block and Write a Novel Fast," join professional writer Michael Ashley as he reveals ways to overcome writer’s block and successfully write your novel. Five powerful mindset hacks are presented to stir creativity...

One of the best ways to build your author business, sell books, and expand your thought-leadership is by speaking about your nonfiction book's topic. This session, led by veteran speaker and Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) Cathy Fyock, will help...

People don’t always say what they mean or mean what they say. That’s true in real life and in fiction. Dialogue is not only about what is being said, but also about what is left unsaid. That is the playing field of narration: it shows us how people interact...