You know the feeling–you’re working on a piece and the words just seem flat. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Have you ever wondered how to inject some excitement into your prose without going overboard? One of the secrets to making your writing more engaging is using strong verbs. They add vigor and clarity, transforming your…
Designing a great-looking book spine may seem intimidating, but with the proper steps and guidance, you can easily create one that represents your book perfectly. If you’re a writer or self-publisher, this blog post can help guide you in the design process so that your literary masterpiece looks as professional and inviting on shelves as…
Are you struggling to organize your thoughts and ideas for your new nonfiction book? Are you finding it difficult to maintain focus and clarity throughout the writing process? If so, you may be missing a properly formatted book outline. An outline is the spinal cord of your nonfiction book. It’ll not only keep it structurally…
The imprint page in a book is the page that appears after the initial title page, including the publisher’s name and the date and location of publishing. It also includes bibliographic content and other descriptions relevant to the authoring and publication process. But why is the imprint page so important? In this blog post, we’ll…
Many writers think that developmental editors are reserved for works of fiction, where they can flesh out characters and help identify holes in the plot, among other tasks. But here’s the thing, while those tasks are critical for the success of a story, developmental editors are as — if not more — critical for works…
When you hear the word “hook,” what comes to mind? Perhaps it’s a fishing term or a tool for grabbing and holding on to a loose item. In nonfiction writing, a hook is not that much different, at least not in the abstract, in other words, it’s an attention-grabbing literary device designed to capture your…
You’ve worked very hard for months if not years to complete your nonfiction manuscript, and now that you’re done with your final editing pass, you feel a tremendous sense of accomplishment. You’re proud of your work, which will establish your bona fides as an expert in your field, and you’re ready to publish your book…
Analytical writing skills are at the core of nonfiction writing. Why, you may ask? Because their audience demands it. Nonfiction audiences, for the most part, are looking for the solution to a problem. When they but a book, they are looking for practical, well-researched, well documented answers to remove a blockage in their lives. Be…
If you’re writing a nonfiction book, chances are you’ll be using it as a calling card to attract new leads and grow your business, be it a professional practice, a small services business, or a consultancy, among many others. Your book, then, will become part of your brand and as such you’ll want to choose…
Do you have an incredible true story but are unsure how to tell it? Indeed, personal accounts can be difficult to write if they’re too personal. So, consider the approach of narrative nonfiction writers who reveal their true stories through the devices relied on by fiction writers. There are undoubtedly many ways to tell personal…
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