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Voices by INaudio & Spotify for Authors Review: Are They Worth It?

Sep 10, 2025 – Understanding Publishing

Discover the pros and cons of Voices by INaudio and Spotify for Authors, the audiobook distribution services descended from Findaway Voices. Read more

How to Publish a Book in 7 Steps: An Author's Advice

Sep 02, 2025 – Understanding Publishing

Learn how to publish a book with romance author Angela van Liempt. Here's her take on publishing her first book, Wandering Souls. Read more

ACX Review: Read This First

Aug 22, 2025 – Understanding Publishing

ACX is Amazon's audiobook creation and distribution service. It's an obvious choice for self-publishing authors looking to tap into the audiobook market. But is it really the best one? Find out the pros and cons of ACX for authors. Read more

What is Imagery? 7 Types and Examples of Imagery

Aug 21, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft

In this article, we’ll explore the seven most common types of imagery and give examples of each to show how they work. Read more

The 17 BEST Self-Publishing Companies of 2026

Aug 15, 2025 – Understanding Publishing

Discover the very best self-publishing companies of 2026 that all indie authors should know — and how to pick the right one for you. Read more

The 5 Best Free Grammar Checkers Online, Reviewed

Aug 13, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft

Which is the best tool to proofread your writing? Here's what we found out. Read more

How to Get a Book Published in 7 Steps

Jul 16, 2025 – Understanding Publishing

In this post, we take a deep look at the best way to land a book deal. Read more

50+ Pun Examples That’ll Crack You Up

Jun 30, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft

A lighthearted look at puns — how they work, why they stick, and how writers use them. Read more

Figurative Language: Types, Examples, and How to Use It

Jun 16, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft

A break-down of what figurative language is, common types of figurative language, examples from literature, and advice on how to use it in your own writing. Read more

Indirect Characterization: Definition, Examples, and Tips

May 15, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft

In this post, we explore what indirect characterization is and how to use it to create fully rounded characters, including how to apply the popular STEAL (speech, thought, effect, action, and looks) method. Read more

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