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When it comes to titling your book, you only have two choices: name it yourself or get some help. But the latter doesn't mean someone else is naming your fantasy book for you. Stay with us! If you already have a book title, congratulations! You’ve completed one of the most important steps in the book development process. If you landed on this...
What is your legacy?Depending on how carefully you’ve pondered that question, you might have a strong emotional response — feeling fear, satisfaction, or even deep discomfort. As unsettling as it can be to think of a time we are no longer here, as writers we have a unique chance to shape the way we are remembered. By creating books, we leave...
Writing a full rough draft is one of the hardest things you will ever do as an author. You need to take all of these ideas in your head, translate them to the written word, and then somehow organize these endless ideas in the right order. But what is a rough draft, exactly? And how can you write one successfully? Writing a book is a long...
When it comes to pulling in readers and grabbing their attention, you need a compelling inciting incident. But what is an inciting incident, exactly? In this article, we will go over what an inciting incident is, how to use one in your own story, and some inciting incident examples so you understand how they work. Soon, you'll know exactly how to...
Pen name, nom de plume, or pseudonym... Call it what you want, but as an author, these typically mean the same thing. So what is a pen name? And when are author pen names used? Creating a pseudonym and using a pen name when self-publishing is still an option for authors, even in today's digital age of social media, eBooks, and the internet, which...
Did you know that while most writers are taught the importance of their opening page, different writing styles are arguably even more crucial for engaging readers? Readers often differentiate writers by their different writing styles. The type of narrative a writer creates is what draws specific readers into the story and keeps them turning...
Maybe you’ve just started your writing journey and you’re wondering whether you should have a pen name, or maybe you’re an established author wondering if it’s too late to switch it up. Either way, the question you’re asking is the same: Is a pen name right for you? And how do you make a good one? What are the best pen name generator tools for...
Every November, writers from around the world get together and work on cranking out full novels. But if you want to succeed at NaNoWriMo, and maybe even win some prizes, you need to do a little prep first. After all, it isn't easy to write 50,000 words in just one month! So how does NaNoWriMo prep work? And what should you add to your NaNoWriMo...
With November rolling around again, NaNoWriMo writers are gearing up for another year. But what is NaNoWriMo? And should you be joining it? In 2021, 427,653 writers participated in NaNoWriMo programs. 406 bookstores, libraries, and community centers hosted Come Write In sessions. It’s kind of a big deal! So what does NaNoWriMo stand for? In this...
Learning how to write a book description that actually gets people interested in buying your book is important for increasing book sales and creating buzz. Think about it. What makes you pick up or download a new book at the bookstore? Unless you are a huge fan of the book’s author, you’re first drawn to a catchy title and cover appeal - a...
