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5 Tips For Writing a Book Blurb That Will Hook Potential Readers
This post was originally written for the Cover Kitchen blog and can be read in its original form here. Writing a good book blurb is one of the hardest things about the publishing process. How do you convey the essence of your story in just 200 words in a way that’s...
How do you prioritise subplots?
"I've written 75% of my novel, but it has a medium-sized cast with quite a few subplots. For a satisfying ending, what do I prioritize for the final act/conclusion, and what details could I afford to skip or leave out? How should I order them and distribute the screen...
Independent Bookshops: A Writer’s Greatest Ally
There are very few things in the world that bring my heart more joy than an independent bookshop. The personality and love of reading that they’re filled with is almost infectious. It’s a joke in my household that I literally can’t walk past a bookshop without going...
Got a Question? Ask Novlr!
Want to know more about a certain aspect of writing or need more general advice or inspiration? We’re here to help!
How do you write the ordinary?
"Hi, I have a fairly easy time writing all the meat and potato bits of my story but it's the normal everyday stuff I struggle with. A lot of my writing involves the metaphysical which I can do but characters sitting down having dinner together? I just feel I can't...
How do I know if my project should be standalone or a series?
"Do you have any posts on turning a book into a series, and/or deciding how many books the series should be? I'm plotting my story and not sure how to split it up into how many books if I decide it's too much for a stand alone. Do I just go with trilogy? Thought there...
How can I streamline my editing process?
"How can I make my editing process quicker and less stressful? I feel like I’m spending way too much time on it and not really getting anywhere, so I’d love some tips on how to keep it simple and actually productive." I think that most writers have a love/hate...
