Why & How to Use a Pen Name
Authors have used pen names for centuries, and it's likely you have a read a book by an author using a pseudonym. But what exactly is a pen name, and how and why do authors use them? What is a pen...
Writing
Writing a book takes creativity, discipline and endurance. We provide you with writing prompts, plotting outlines, self-editing tips, software tools and more to get it “write”.
500 Writing Prompts to Help Beat Writer’s Block
Writing prompts are a great way to beat writer’s block. Check out our easy-to-use list of 500 writing prompts, sorted by genre.
How to Write a Gripping Inciting Incident that Captivates from the Start
Learn all about how to write an inciting incident and how it can help craft a narrative that resonates, captivates, and leaves a lasting impact on your audience.
Crafting the Hook: Why Your Novel’s First Line is Crucial
Some call it a hook, others call it an opener—I call it the most important sentence in your story.
Why Authors Shouldn’t be Hiding Behind Their Books: What it Means to Build an Author Brand
Have you figured out how you are going to entice readers to your book, your position in the marketplace, and what your marketing and publicity strategy is going to be?
Perform your own Developmental Edit: A Step-by-Step Guide
A developmental edit is not easy. It requires a change in perspective from writer to reader. But it’s essential to the editing process.
The Top 10 Publishing Trends for 2024
The key publishing trends that are shaping the future of publishing. Read for insights from industry leaders to help you navigate these changes.
Survey Results: The State of Indie Authorship
The results of the 2023 author survey.
Three Ways Writers Can Use AI (Without Having it Write for Them)
This post highlights three ways in which writers can use AI. But also, why it cannot replace us—at least not now, or perhaps ever.
Top Book Marketing Strategy for Authors: Promo Stacking
How to use a promo stack to supercharge your book marketing.