Have you ever struggled to write the perfect conclusion for your non-fiction piece? If so, you’re not alone! Crafting a solid and effective closing statement can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right tips and tricks from an expert, you can create a powerful conclusion that will leave your readers wanting…
Are you ready to take your hardcover jacket design to the next level? Are you a writer who likes to stand out from the crowd? If so, creating the perfect book jacket is an essential part of your success. Since book jackets must work hard to attract attention in bookstores, it’s important to understand what…
Writing is both an art form and a craft that can be developed over time by virtually anyone, provided you follow some basic rules of the road. And for those who take the time to hone their skills and learn to master the writing process, it can become an incredibly fulfilling and rewarding profession. But,…
Self-publishing is becoming an increasingly popular option for authors who want to get their work out to the world. But is self-publishing with a free ISBN a good idea? In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of having an ISBN (international standard book number) and discuss whether or not it’s worth it to pay…
When you quote or paraphrase an excerpt from someone else’s book, you must give credit to the original author. This is done by citing the source within your text and creating a reference as a footnote or end note. Now, there are different formats for citing a book, depending on the nature of your writing….
What Is a Book Dedication? A book dedication is a message from the author to the reader, typically found at the beginning of a book. It’s a heartfelt way to show appreciation to a person or a group of people for their encouragement, support and inspiration in the process of creation of a book. Books…
Are you looking to pen a novel in a completely new genre? Or perhaps you want to write a nonfiction book but don’t feel comfortable using your real name? If you’re considering either of these options, then chances are you’re thinking about creating a pen name. A pen name is a pseudonym adopted by an…
Feeling stuck in your writing? Not sure where to go next or what to improve? It might be time to set some writing goals. Now, in general goal setting can help you benchmark your progress so that you have something tangible to work towards. But, when it comes specifically to writing goals, there’s a lot…
Proofreading is an essential step in the publishing process of any book genre, but particularly for nonfiction. On the surface, this may seem like an unnecessary task to follow multiple rounds of editing, but it’s actually critical. The thing is, while most people think proofreading is just about finding the odd typo and small grammar…
As the name implies, informative, or expository writing is a form of writing in which the author aims to inform readers without expressing their personal views or opinions. In other words, the goal of informative writing is to communicate without influencing. The second you try to direct readers in any way, you’re no longer informing…
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