What is an autobiography, and how do you define autobiography, exactly? If you’re hoping to write an autobiography, it’s an important thing to know. After all, you wouldn’t want to mislabel your book. What sets an autobiography apart from a memoir or a biography? And...
Audrey Hirschberger
My Honest Book Review of What My Bones Know
If you asked me for the most impactful book I’ve ever read, I would probably say What My Bones Know. You should also know that I read a LOT (around 135 books a year). So when I say this was THE best book I read this year, that should mean something to you. I recommend...
Celebrity Memoir Book Club Podcast: A Review for Memoir Lovers
Today, we’re here to spill the tea on everyone’s favorite celebrity podcast: Celebrity Memoir Book Club. The hosts of the podcast say that they “read celebrity memoirs so you don't have to.” But is it actually worth a listen? And wouldn’t you rather actually read the...
Writer vs Author: The Important Differences
When pursuing a career in writing, it can sometimes be difficult to know how to label yourself. Are you a writer vs author? What makes you one or the other? Is there even a difference between an author vs writer? Today we will answer all these questions and more: so...
32 Thoughtful Gifts for Authors (That They’ll Actually Use)
So, you’ve been blessed with having an author in your circle. But each year, you’re still racking your brain for a gift to give them that isn’t so… basic. We’ve got you covered – with the best gifts for authors that will actually be used and enjoyed....
I’m Glad My Mom Died: A Review of the Unflinching Jennette McCurdy Memoir
When I started reading the Jennette McCurdy memoir, I’m Glad My Mom Died, one thing became instantly clear: She’s even better at writing than she is at acting. Jennette McCurdy’s memoir lays bare the burdens of child stardom and the physical, sexual, and...
High Fantasy vs. Low Fantasy: A Complete Comparison
With mythical beasts and complex spells, the fantasy book genre is incredibly fun to write. But with 10+ fantasy subgenres, it can be difficult to know how to market your book. High fantasy vs. low fantasy. Dark fantasy vs. fairy tales. What on earth (or Middle-earth)...
The Master List of Book Genres: 95 Fiction & Nonfiction Genres
Not sure what genre your current book is? We’re here to help! We’ve compiled the ultimate list of book genres to put your confusion to bed once and for all. When you go through all the work of self-publishing your book, the last thing you want to do is mislabel...