Use these 5 tips for writers to sharpen your manuscript

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You could probably scroll online for days when searching for resources to help improve your writing skills. Even if you learn from the best, however, as an author, you must ultimately be “true to yourself.” That is, you must discover your own uniqueness, writing style, means of telling a story that sets you apart from … Read more

Use beta readers before submitting your manuscript

beta readers

In the software development industry, products typically go through several phases before reaching their final status. Developers first create a prototype, which is a preliminary model that demonstrates the overall idea. They often refer to this as the “alpha” phase. At some point, before releasing a final version of a product, it passes through the … Read more

Testing the market for your latest book idea

Testing the market

As an author, you might be going about your everyday life when thoughts come to mind, laying the groundwork for your next (or first) novel. Such thoughts might be a bit vague or so detailed that you can see, smell and hear the story unfolding in your mind. Turning your latest book idea into a … Read more

Writing a funny story is easier said than done

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When you think about novels you’ve read, various genres may be relevant. Avid readers often tackle a broad spectrum, ranging from Sci-fi or fantasy to mystery, romance or historical fiction. It’s probably somewhat rare, however, to read novels that make you laugh out loud; don’t you think? Writing a funny story can be challenging.  Several … Read more