Ever been in an elevator that suddenly stops between floors? The kind of awkward pause that makes you wonder if you’ll be stuck there forever? Well, that’s what it feels like when a piece of writing lacks smooth transition sentences. You’re cruising along with great ideas, and then, bam! a...
Once upon a time, writers had only two tools: a pen that always ran out of ink at the worst possible moment, and a typewriter that turned every typo into a permanent scar. Fast forward to 2025, and the world of writing looks a little different. Today, we have writing...
Grammar mistakes are like spinach in your teeth: you don’t notice them, but everyone else does. And the worst part? They show up at the exact moment you’re trying to sound smart, polished, and totally in control of your life. (Spoiler: none of us are.) Here’s the truth: everyone makes...
In 2026, the publishing industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, with technological advancements and changing reader preferences significantly impacting how authors bring their works to the public. The once-clear line between traditional and self-publishing routes has blurred, offering authors more options than ever to reach their audiences. Traditional...
Self-publishing a horror story in 2026 can feel like standing in the dark corner of a haunted house with nothing but your wits and a flashlight—exciting, a bit terrifying, but ultimately empowering. Whether you’ve just finished writing your chilling tale about vengeful spirits or an apocalyptic world overrun by zombies,...
You did it. You typed The End. You celebrated. Maybe you even opened a bottle of something bubbly. And then… you reread your draft and thought: Wait. Why does it feel… off? If that’s you, congratulations, you’re not failing. You’re just at the exact moment every author hits: the place...
You’ve written your book. It’s done. The hard part is over, right? But now, the real question hits: How do you actually get it published? Do you need to beg for a publisher’s attention? Is self-publishing really the right path? And, maybe most importantly, how do you get readers beyond...
If love makes the world go ’round, then romance fiction is the genre that keeps today’s publishing ecosystem thriving. Romance continues to be one of the most popular and lucrative segments of the book market, with indie authors particularly dominating reader attention, about 21% of self‑published writers identify romance as...
Let’s taco ‘bout puns because they’re nacho average jokes! Whether you’re groaning or laughing out loud, puns have a unique charm that can’t be ignored. They’re the clever little wordplays that take a familiar phrase and twist it into something delightfully unexpected. They’re witty, they’re sharp, and, let’s face it,...
Substack sits in that weird space between newsletter, blog, and mini media business, and the way people talk about it doesn’t always help. So, what is Substack, really? At its simplest, it’s a platform that lets you publish writing, send it straight to subscribers by email, and optionally charge for...
Poetry is having a moment. From beautifully curated Instagram feeds to bestselling e-books, poetry is thriving in a way that no one could have predicted a decade ago. For many aspiring poets, the question isn’t if they should publish a collection but how. If you’ve ever dreamed of holding your...
Ever wonder how authors make their words leap off the page and into your imagination? It’s not just magic, well, not entirely: it’s stylistic devices! Picture this: a metaphor is like a chef’s secret ingredient, adding just the right flavor to a dish, while alliteration is the perfect seasoning that...
