A reader doesn’t need to like all the characters in your book, but they want to understand what makes them tick. They want to learn more about them. They want to know what motivates them. They want to follow them on their journey. They want to see them evolve and realize their arc. And when […]
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Writer’s Corner: Is “New Adult” Still a Thing?
Young Adult book sales have soared over the past two decades, probably because they appeal to a wide range of readers, from tweens to octogenarians. While authors in this genre typically target ages twelve to eighteen, they capture a much broader and older audience. And with the category being vast in topics and audience, a […]
Book Craft Spotlight Q&A With Tina P. Schwartz
Many writers and authors get stuck. They’re uncertain what they need to do to get their books in the hands of publishers and onto readers. Sometimes it’s lack of motivation, other times, it’s getting sidelined by rejections. That’s where coaching comes in. Working with a book coach, helps authors overcome mental and physical barriers along […]
Author Q&A with Charlotte Nystrom
Writing and editing professional, Charlotte Louise Nystrom is also a published author, creative writer and poet from the rocky coast of Maine. Outside of running a thriving business, she is mastering the art of juggling—in the sense that she is channeling her creative talents in so many exciting ways. As an author and a reader, […]