The internet has brought us plenty of good things: online shopping, ebooks, and this... But with the internet comes something we at DE call "insta-publish," meaning people tend to send everything out into the void before checking it first. Back when everything was headed for the printing press, writers and publishers alike took a lot … Continue reading Checklist: Proofing Your eBook Before Pressing “Submit”
What's a romantic comedy without a little music? Creating playlists has been a creative exercise for this author for many years. Whenever I find myself stuck in my writing, I pull up my Spotify account, press "New Playlist," and string together a succession of songs that act as my book's very own soundtrack. These songs … Continue reading Writer’s Playlist: Romantic Comedies
The back matters, too. Here's a follow up to our recent post on front matter. What's the difference between a dedication and an acknowledgment? An epilogue and an afterword? Which one comes first? And where do I get to talk about living in NYC with my perfect husband? (We're looking at you, Lauren Weisberger.) Don't fret. … Continue reading “Back Matter” Guide for Self-Published Authors
The front matters. Authors who are new to the self-publishing world often get intimated by front matter. What's the difference between a preface and a foreword? A foreword an introduction? Which one comes first? And what the heck is an epigraph? Front matter can seem a little tedious at first, so I'll walk you through … Continue reading “Front Matter” Guide for Self-Published Authors
We've all been there. We make a promise to ourselves that we'll start running every morning, drink 8 glasses of water a day, or read every night before bed. Humans are privy to the benefits of positive habits, but that doesn't mean we always...well, do them. About five years ago, I wanted to start a daily writing … Continue reading Create a Writing Habit : Cue, Ritual, Reward
There are a ton of books on writing, and as part of your writing schedule, you should always be flipping through one. You'll be surprised at the confidence it gives you to know you're writing correctly. They can also be sources of inspiration for everything from character development to setting descriptions. Let's say your boss … Continue reading 5 Books on Writing and Publishing for New Authors
