Editing Tips & More

Sometimes a typo can lead to a more creative turn of phrase. Sometimes an inconsistency in characterization can lead to a better idea for a

How to Plot A Novel Without Crying.(Even if you have no experience and the thought of writing a long-form work makes you feel like a fake.

Writer forums like the Gutsy Great Novelist and Critique Circle can be a fantastic way to make friends with fellow writers who will...

Writing in community is a wonderful way for a writer to grow.Too often writers sequester themselves away from the fellowship of other wri...

One of the most common questions I get from writers is this: What’s the difference between copyediting and proofreading? Copyediting...

Ever looked at those raving book blurbs on novels in the bookstore and wondered how the author managed to receive such high praise?

Using social media to put yourself and your writing out there is a form of marketing that merely consumes your time instead of your money. 

Helpful or useless? That is the question many writers ask themselves when it comes time to present not only their work but themselves to...

Oftentimes, an alpha reader is the person you automatically rush to after you’ve written a good piece of writing and can’t wait to get...

What Are Beta Readers? No, beta readers aren’t the passive, wimpy bookworms of the reader world. In fact, they’re one of the strongest,...

Depending on what publisher you’ve gone with, do-it-yourself-marketing may be top of mind for you once you’ve published your new...

Freebies are a great way to build your email list, especially when done well If you haven’t checked out my article on how to use consumer...

5 Questions to ask yourself when developing a superb FAQ page 1. Can customers find your FAQ section? A simple place to start, yes. But...

So you’ve got a business website. Now the internet cashflow will just come pouring in, right? Wrong. The thing about business websites...

In a word: conversions The Genius of the Landing Page A landing page is a business page designed to make conversions by getting your...

Do you want to know about a marketing strategy you can set & forget and still generate great leads from? Use Consumer Persona to Gear...