How to Use the Rule of Three to Improve Your Writing
How to use the rule of three in writing in order to create a compelling story, with literary examples and how best to use the rule of three in a picture book.
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Elements of Fiction: 6 Story Elements Every Writer Must Know
A great story consists of 6 key story elements: character, plot, setting, point of view, theme, and style. We break down all 6 elements of fiction, with examples.
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Costs to Self-Publish a Book: 14 Costs to Set Your Budget
A complete breakdown [with examples] of fixed and variable costs to self-publish a book including editing, illustration, design, marketing, ISBN,PCIP, & more.
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Write This, Not That: 30 of the Most Commonly Confused Words
From accept versus except to affect versus effect, we break down 30 of the most commonly confused words in English with examples of when and how to use each.
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What Is an Imprint in Publishing and How to Create One
A detailed look at the definition of a publishing imprint, why a publishing imprint is important and a step by step look at how to create a publishing imprint.
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How to Get a Book Published: 7 Steps to Publishing Success!
Learn how to get a book published with this 7-step guide that walks authors through the process of securing a book deal with a traditional publisher.
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Character Questionnaire: 180 Character Development Ideas
A character questionnaire with180 character development questions to help authors build richer, more authentic, and more engaging characters.
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75 Book Marketing Ideas to Boost Sales!
75+ book marketing tips to help authors sell books. Includes ideas on website creation, advertising, social media, Amazon Direct Publishing, and media outreach.
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The Pros & Cons of Traditional Publishing vs Self-Publishing
A guide to the pros and cons of traditional vs self-publishing to help authors determine whether self-publishing or traditional publishing is the right path.
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Children's Book Ideas: 150+ Prompts to Write a Picture Book
A great children's book starts with a great idea. Learn the best children's book themes, then get writing with 7 story generator ideas and 150+ story prompts.
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What Is a Colophon and How they Impact Design and Marketing
A colophon is a logo that is usually printed on both a book's title page and spine so that reader can recognize a brand while searching bookshelves.
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A Comprehensive Glossary of Publishing Terms
Writing or illustrating a book is a lot of work. But sometimes it seems like the harder part is figuring out what everyone is talking about! Get ready to join the conversation with this list of common (and not-so-common) publishing terms!
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