Do you need an author website? Tips and mistakes to avoid
If you’re getting serious about your writing career, you may be thinking about whether or not to launch your own personal website. After all, it seems like everyone and their cat has a dedicated website these days. But at the same time, they’re an investment of time,...
Should authors be worried about generative AI?
You’re an author. You’ve worked on your manuscript for months. Years. A lifetime, even. But one day, you check the news, and a chill rushes through you. The Writer’s Guild of America has just announced that they’re going on indefinite strike. And one of the union’s...
10 ways to increase productivity as an author
Stop me if you’ve heard this one: a writer walks into a bar and says, “Oh, me? I’m a novelist!” In response, a well-intentioned piece of smarm who’s had a bit too much to drink says, “Ah well, anyone can write a novel, can’t they? I’d do it myself if I only had the...
How to write an author bio that stands out and gets results
So you’ve spent all the time and effort polishing up your short story, essay, or novel into burnished perfection. The hard part’s over, right? Not so fast, writer! You still need to nail your author bio: the calling card that proudly announces you and your craft to...
What is an ARC Review? (And why they can level up your publishing plan)
If you’re working towards traditionally publishing a novel, or have begun planning your own independent publishing journey, you may have come across the terms “ARC” or “ARC review”. Many experienced writers and editors will tell you that ARCs are some of the most...
Top business resources for authors
Like many of you reading this, I am an author with aspirations. My number one goal is to one day be earning enough money from my writing that it can replace my day job. It’ll be just me, my laptop, and the magical universe pouring out of my imagination into book form....
Top writing craft resources for authors
As an author, I am parched! I am forever thirsty for knowledge on honing and developing my writing skills. Some say it takes writing several thousand words to find your author voice. Some say it’s a million. While there is no substitute for actual...