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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
Direct Characterization: Definition, Examples, and Tips
May 08, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
Learn what direct characterization is and how to use it effectively alongside indirect methods to sculpt compelling characters. Read more
How To Market Your Audiobook: 6 Strategies in 2026
Apr 30, 2025 – Book Marketing
Discover six actionable audiobook marketing methods that can boost your sales and grow your listener base. Read more
What is Exposition? Definition, Tips, and Examples
Apr 25, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
Learn what exposition is, and how authors can use it to seamlessly sneak important information into their writing. Read more
How to Publish a Children's Book (and Actually Make Money)
Apr 16, 2025 – Understanding Publishing
An 8-step blueprint for writing and publishing a children's book, and turning it into a full-time career. Read more
How to Plot a Novel: 4 Ways to Get from Idea to Story
Apr 11, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
Here are four different ways to plot your novel. Choose your favorite or draw inspiration from multiple methods! Read more
Live: How to Structure Your Novel Before You Write It
Apr 11, 2025 – Perfecting your Craft
NYT bestselling author explains how to structure your novel before you start writing. Read more
How to Make Money Writing in 2026
Mar 24, 2025 – Understanding Publishing
Do you fantasize about earning all your money from writing? I’m here to tell you how to make that a reality. Read more
How to Market a Book: 7 Steps From a Professional Marketer
Mar 20, 2025 – Book Marketing
Learn how to market a book with a proven 7-step launch plan, from building your mailing list to advertising channels that actually work, with honest verdicts from a marketing pro. Read more
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