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Mapping Out Your World: A Guide to Creating Fantasy Maps for Authors | by Cheryl
You’re an author who needs a map for your newest masterpiece of literature. I’m a fantasy cartographer who thinks you can make a banger map.
Sep 25, 20247 min read


What you really need to self-publish: A guide to self-publishing a novel
Learn the ins and outs of self-publishing with this introductory guide to self-publishing a novel. Find out what you really need to succeed!
Sep 12, 20248 min read


How I offered pre-orders (was it worth it?)
A brief look at how I ran my paperback pre-order campaign for A Thief Among Liars and whether or not it was worth it.
Aug 29, 20244 min read


Interview with an Author: Samantha K. Garner
Today, I share an interview with Samantha K. Garner, author of The Quiet is Loud (shortlisted for the 2022 Kobo Emerging Writer Prize).
Aug 1, 20247 min read


Branding for authors | by Shay Esposito
No matter what stage you're at in your author journey, it's time to start branding like the business mogul you are.
Jul 25, 20245 min read


From draft to self-published (with cost breakdown)
A brief note about my journey from draft to self-published with a cost breakdown.
Jul 18, 20245 min read


A guide: Publishing industry standards - genres and categories
Navigating the publishing industry can be a challenge. Today we outline the standards for determining where your book fits in the market.
Jun 27, 20246 min read


The importance of setting and atmosphere in fiction
Setting can sometimes be overlooked in writing, but it plays a crucial role in the impact of a scene. Let's explore how to land that impact.
Jun 13, 20245 min read


YA vs. New Adult vs. Crossover
Ya, New Adult, and Crossover are often confused when it comes to publishing. We explore the differences and determine where to fit our book.
May 30, 20244 min read


How to craft compelling dialogue
Learn how to craft compelling dialogue to make every line in your story work for you.
May 16, 20248 min read


Interview with an Author: Tara A. Lake
Fellow Canadian author, Tara A. Lake, sits down with me to talk process, inspiration, and future projects.
May 2, 20247 min read


Should you write with a pen name?
The concept of writing under a pen name has been hotly debated for a long time. There is plenty to consider before choosing an author name.
Apr 25, 20244 min read


Scene vs. Summary and Internalization in fiction
I've been thinking a lot about internalization when it comes to writing. What factors build an interesting scene and which pull us out.
Apr 11, 20244 min read


What I did to fix a boring scene
When I realized my scene was boring, I needed to learn more about tension. This is how I improved my opening scene.
Mar 14, 20244 min read


From draft to polished manuscript
The writing process looks different for everyone. Rain Sullivan shares her drafting process and tips that may be helpful for other writers.
Feb 29, 20247 min read


On being left behind in the writing community
Feeling left behind in the writing community can be tough, but it's okay to take things at your own pace.
Feb 15, 20245 min read


Interview with an author: Erin Thomson
Romance author Erin Thomson sat down with me to discuss her writing career from first words penned to three self-published titles.
Feb 1, 20244 min read


Everything you need to start your book marketing plan
The world of marketing can be vast and overwhelming. We're going to breakdown some pieces to figure out where to start.
Jan 25, 20246 min read


Should you write to market?
Should you hop on literary trends and write to market? No (but also yes). We explore how to leverage the market to support your stories.
Jan 11, 20246 min read


Can you earn a living as an author?
The short answer is absolutely. But there's also a lot of nuance. So today, we're going to look at some numbers.
Dec 14, 20234 min read
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