As the days grow shorter and the temperatures begin to cool, we can anticipate the gradual transformation of our surrounding landscape. Before we know it, the leaves will change, and the air will become crisper to signal the arrival of fall. The changing of seasons also offers us the chance to refresh and revitalize our
A pre-order campaign for authors is one of the most important, yet often overlooked stages in the book launch process. While it might be tempting to rush to publish your book as soon as it's ready, setting up a well-planned pre-order period can significantly impact your book's success. This part of your book marketing strategy
Well-developed characters are vital components of compelling fiction. Your protagonist, antagonist, and secondary characters are the heart of your story. They drive the plot and engage your readers on an emotional level. If you’re new to writing fiction, diving straight into a manuscript without fully fleshing out characters may lead to flat, one-dimensional personas. To
We’ve entered the last days of summer and to those of us in the South—it’s also the hottest part of the year. We tend to choose afternoons inside the air conditioning over venturing into the heat and humidity outside the comfort of our homes. And with more time inside, I tend to find myself in
Writing is rewarding and fulfilling because it allows us to creatively express ourselves and share our ideas. It’s not uncommon, however, to experience periods where our joy and enthusiasm for writing may weaken. Whether it's due to burnout, creative fatigue, or a lack of inspiration, all of us writers face these trials now and again.
