ProWritingAid claims to be a complete, all-in-one package with the ability to check grammar, edit style, and be a writing mentor. Does it live up to its claim? Because we’re always on the hunt for smart technology to help us improve our writing, ProWritingAid’s use of artificial intelligence (AI) to create a comprehensive writing tool has...
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Best Book Publishing Companies [2023 Update]
Know the best publishing companies of 2023 to stay ahead of the curve as an aspiring author. No two companies are the same, so don't rely on trial and error when it comes to working with publishing companies as an author. In a world of scammy vanity companies eager to take an author's money, you have every reason to be cautious. It's more...
Skyhorse Publishing Review – The Right Path for Your Book?
Any writer who wants to publish their work will be faced with the decision of choosing the right publisher. And there are a lot of options out there! Some may stand out for specializing in certain genres. Others may appeal due to a personal connection or recommendation. And there are a few that have a fabulous track record, ethos, and social...
Self-Publishing School Review: A Report on Chandler Bolt’s Self-Publishing School
If you're looking for a Self-Publishing School review, it's probably because you're an aspiring author looking for a self-publishing course on how to write and publish a book. As you research how to write a book, you'll come across several self-publishing companies. And more than likely, one of them will be Self-Publishing School. So, now you're...
How to Publish an eBook in 9 Easy Steps
You want to learn how to publish an eBook on Amazon, and it's no wonder... In 2021, eBook sales generated over 1.1 billion dollars! That statistic alone proves why eBook publishing this year is a must for any author. The Amazon KDP platform, also known as Kindle Direct Publishing, is the most widely used self-publishing platform in the world....
Best Book Formatting Software: 9 Options for Layouts (2023 Update)
Have you ever opened a book and found the formatting to be awkward? Maybe the margins are inconsistent, so the block of text on the page looks like it’s been stamped at an angle. Maybe there are strange inconsistencies with spacing or font size. Maybe it’s in a font that’s hard to read. Chances are, the author could have benefitted from book...
The Profit First Method Book Review
I’ve been self-employed for over 20 years, first as a small business owner and then as a freelance writer. One of the biggest challenges I faced early on was learning how to organize my finances, especially when what I earned changed from month to month. I needed a system that would offer some stability, even when the nature of my work as a...
An Author’s Book Review Of The War Of Art By Steven Pressfield
When I read The War of Art in college I didn’t fully realize the importance of what, at the time, I considered a textbook. I added, The War Of Art, Steven Pressfield, to my semester reading list and moved on. However, this iconic nonfiction is a must-read for creatives. Readers often compare The War of Art to Sun-Tzu’s, The Art of War. If you are...
Atomic Habits Book Review: Is It Worth Reading?
If you’re unfamiliar with the Atomic Habits book now is the time to review it. A New York Times bestseller, with over one million copies sold, this book has influenced countless readers. Clear’s nonfiction work largely contributes to the success of those dedicated to becoming one percent better every day. Creatives, entrepreneurs, and...
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 this book to anyone and everyone. I scream it to the rooftops. What My Bones...