…for a cleaner final product The term “self-editing” is a bit of a misnomer. You cannot effectively edit your work the way a professional editor would. However, there are certain things you can do to improve your novel before sending it off to an editor. Editors and writers often refer to this as a “cleaner” ...

If you keep these five steps in mind when you are preparing to embark on the beneficial collaborative efforts put forth in an anthology, not only will you have a book that you want people to read, but it will be a pleasant experience for all who are involved with the process of birthing a ...

Now you know what fiction is and how to get into the habit of writing, we will now look at the agony of the all-important editing process and revision. There are two things you need to remember when dealing with the editing and revision process. That is you will need to do it more than ...

‘Tis the season to figure out what everyone wants for Christmas. Don’t worry; I am here to help. Do you have a writer in your life? How about a child who shows signs of a creative imagination? Want to help them harness the power of the word? Here are a few gift ideas to help ...