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If you write dystopian fiction, you already know it is a genre that blends the imaginative with the terrifyingly possible. Dystopian fiction pulls us in because it doesn’t play by the rules of the world…

Writing has its own lingo, and when you’re new, it can feel like everyone else speaks “writer” while you are left wondering what those jargons mean. If you’ve ever nodded along in a conversation about…

If you’ve been spending time on poetry TikTok or Instagram lately, you’ve probably come across this trend: poets reading lines that begin with “In English we say…” and then answering with something more lyrical: “In…

As soon as your manuscript is ready for publishing, the next question that comes to mind is this: Should I use the free ISBN that Amazon KDP or Draft2Digital offers, or should I buy my…

You may have seen that string of numbers on the back cover of a book, something like 978‑3‑16‑148410‑0, and folded it into your self‑publishing to‑do list. That’s the International Standard Book Number (ISBN), and it’s…

There’s a ton of writing software out there, which are not necessarily built for the same kind of work. Some are more appropriate for poetry, which I have listed and explained in my post: 6…

It’s great that you are finally writing your book, or planning to. But in reality, writing your book is only half of the publishing process. The other half? Making sure it shows up beautifully on…

If you’ve ever tried searching for writing apps, you’ve probably noticed something: most are built for fiction and nonfiction authors (novel templates, chapter-based outlines and story arc planners). They’re great for novelists. But when you’re…

Premium writing tools are great. They have exciting, feature-rich benefits that make writing, editing, and publishing easier. But sometimes, the budget just isn’t there for fancy writing tools, and that’s okay. If you’re here, you’re…

You’re ready to start your book, maybe your first draft, or a collection of poems, and now you are facing one challenge: how to select a writing software. You’ve been staring at dozens of writing…

It has become necessary for published authors to own a website: an online presence where all potential readers can be directed to. Having an author website isn’t just a nice-to-have anymore. It is a necessity…

Figuring out how to get your poetry published can feel confusing and complicated. You’ve poured your heart into your poems, maybe even typed out a full manuscript or chapbook, and now you’re staring at a…

Pinterest can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to juggle writing, marketing, and maybe even a day job. Let’s not even get started with social responsibilities like taking care of the home or the kids. Every…

A lot of authors overlook Pinterest and stick to familiar platforms like Instagram or Twitter. But Pinterest is actually a valuable tool. Unlike other social media, Pinterest works like a search engine where people actively…

When most writers think about platforms to grow their presence, Pinterest probably isn’t the first one that comes to mind. But it should be. While it’s often seen as a place for recipes, wedding planning,…