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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...
How Setting SMART Goals Can Make Your Writing Time More Productive
As writers, we dream big. Our goals are lofty, and because of that, they can often become overwhelming. We want to complete that novel, publish a collection of short stories, or write a groundbreaking work of non-fiction. But without a clear roadmap, these dreams...
How do you write an unreliable narrator?
"How do you write an unreliable narrator in a way that actually feels clever and not just confusing or annoying? I want readers to realize something’s off without hitting them over the head with it, and still keep them hooked enough to want to figure it out." I’m an...
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Want to know more about a certain aspect of writing or need more general advice or inspiration? We’re here to help!
Is there a process for writing a novel?
"Is there a process for writing a novel, or does everyone just figure out what works for them? I feel like I’m making it up as I go and wondering if that’s normal." This is a question that writers, especially new writers, ask across the board. Is there a process, a...
How do you introduce side characters without info dumping?
"How do you introduce side characters naturally? I have a lot of important secondary characters in my story, but every time I try to bring them in, it feels like I'm just dumping information about them. Help!" We've all been there. You have this amazing cast of...
What are backlist titles and why do they matter?
“What are backlist titles, and why do they matter for authors? I keep hearing people talk about them, but I’m not totally sure what counts as a backlist book or why they’re such a big deal.” If you're new to publishing, you might hear experienced authors talk about...
