Breaking Free from Clichés: A Guide for New Writers

As a new writer, it’s natural to draw inspiration from the stories and tropes that have captivated readers for generations. However, it’s essential to be aware of the common clichés that can weaken your writing and make it predictable. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the most overused clichés that new writers tend…

5 Errors Editors Do Not Want to See in Manuscripts

When reading an important manuscript, every discerning editor should always take note of the usual errors and problems that may be spread in the entire composition. Some editors instantly return the copies for revising after discovering screaming grammar errors and content distortions in the initial pages. Most writers get so occupied that they overlook poor…

Comparing Grammar & Syntax Across Languages

Many of you (not me, because I loved it, lol) thought grammar classes were horrible. For years, it has been said that English is tricky and hard to learn. Having had the pleasure of editing manuscripts for writers who do not have English as their first language, I thought it would be good to go…

Grammar Rules: Irregular Plurals and Double Possessives

Experts and style guides have argued over how to make do and don’t plural for decades. And don’t get me started on double possessives. These are two very difficult concepts to grasp a hold of in the English language. However, I am going to give you which rules are most widely accepted. Come take a…

5 Ways to Protect Yourself as a Writer

Writing is a beautiful art; you can have a profitable career if you choose this route. However, it is not enough to just be good, or even great, at what you do. You have to make sure that you protect your brand and your craft. Let’s take a look at a few things that will…

The Downsides of Self-Publishing

We have heard how great self-publishing is. It can give you control over your book and, at the same time, increase your profits. But is this too good to be true? Are there any downsides or disadvantages to self-publishing? Of course, there are!  Responsibility If you decide to self-publish, you should be ready to multitask.…

7 Tasks to Complete While You Wait for your Edits

My Editor Has my Book. Now, What? You have finally contracted the perfect editing team for your manuscript, and now it is time to celebrate, right? Not quite, lol. There are plenty of ways you can make great use of your time while you wait on your editors to get the next draft back to…

7 Ways to Get Your eBook Noticed in a Crowded Market

Millions of online eBooks are available for purchase, and everyone wants to be noticed. With so many books, it can be hard to determine what steps should be taken to get your book in front of someone willing to purchase it. But it certainly is not impossible.  A crowded market (many published eBooks) doesn’t necessarily…