The ABC of Book Editing

The ABC of Book Editing

In a previous post, From Author to Reader: The Line of Book Publishing, we examined the stages of book publishing. The process is a conglomerate of brains and experts who work together to get the manuscript from the author’s desk into the hands of the reader....
Six Qualities You Need to Be a Successful Author

Six Qualities You Need to Be a Successful Author

I’m sure it’s happened to you. You’re chatting with someone — perhaps on the bus, or at a kitchen party — and you mention you’re working on a book. Before you can even talk about the idea, they’re already responding. “Oh yeah,” they say, “I’ve got a killer idea for a...
10 Obvious Truths Writers Always Forget

10 Obvious Truths Writers Always Forget

Writers spend most of their days stuck in their own heads.   More than any other occupation, writing requires creative thoughts and emotions that warp reality. As writers, these wild imaginations are valuable. But they can also distract us, fill us with fear, and...
How to Write on a Topic You Know Very Little About

How to Write on a Topic You Know Very Little About

As a writer, people expect you to write only on areas you are versed in. However, there are times you would be required to write on a topic you have little or no knowledge about. This kind of task can be nerve wrecking and difficult, because of your lack of knowledge...
Be Bold for Change

Be Bold for Change

In today’s world, there are many reasons to be bold, and this is especially true for women. Today, many women live in places where their voices are still not been heard. This may be due to various factors such as gender bias, lack of education, discrimination...