Writing
How to Edit a Book Yourself
Every publishing plan should allow time for editing and proofreading to ensure you’re putting the best version of your book in print. While it’s ideal to enlist a colleague, ...
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How to Hire a Book Editor
When you’re preparing to self-publish your book, it can be tempting to think that a DIY edit will be just as effective as hiring an editor, yet that rarely ...
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What Is Story Structure?
Whether you’re a writer or a photographer, story structure is an important part of book-making. To explain story structure, I like to start with the difference between a portfolio and ...
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10 Tips for Creating and Sticking to a Writing Schedule
Writers working in every genre and at every experience level face the same question at some point in time: How do I start writing every day? Establishing and maintaining ...
Writing
What is Flash Fiction?
When asked to name a favorite work of fiction, most people list a novel, or occasionally a short story. Flash fiction rarely makes the cut—maybe it feels too wild, ...
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What Is Figurative Language?
As a writer or speaker, sometimes you want to use the most simple, direct language to get your point across. Other times you want to get creative and find ...
Writing
How to Become a Better Writer
From beginners sitting down to write their first story to experienced authors working on a third or fourth book, everyone has the potential to improve their writing skills. That’s ...
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What Is a Novella?
In the world of creative fiction, great stories come in all sizes and styles. You’ve probably read best-selling novels and breezed through some action-packed short stories. But did you ...
Writing
What Is a Paperback Book?
If you are like those of us here at Blurb, then your mind never wanders too far from the comforting thought of books. We all have our favorite authors, ...
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How to Write a Novella in 9 Steps
For centuries, novellas have sparked the imaginations of writers and readers around the world. Yet, it’s always short stories that are showcased in literary magazines, and novels that enjoy ...
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What is a Short Story?
Compared to novels, short stories often get overlooked as an art form, but these singular works of fiction deserve a closer look. Short stories give readers all the compelling ...
Writing
How to Write a Short Story in 10 Steps
If writing a novel feels too daunting, start with a short story! Writing short fiction allows you to test out your story ideas and develop your own creative writing ...
Writing
How to Become a Children’s Author
The most beloved children’s books, the ones you remember long into adulthood, inspire a sense of joy, adventure, magic, and wonder. As an aspiring writer, you might read those ...
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How to Start Writing a Book: A Guide for Beginners
So you’ve decided to write a book. Now what? The blank page can be daunting for writers at any career stage or experience level, and especially so for beginners. ...
Writing
5 Tips for Writing a Memoir
Have you always wanted to write a memoir, but felt intimidated by the process? Or maybe you've had a story in your head for years, but have never seemed ...
Writing
Autobiography vs. Biography vs. Memoir
The three primary formats used to tell a life story are a biography, an autobiography, and a memoir. Distinguishing between the three can feel a bit confusing since they ...
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How to Write a Good Book Review
Have you ever thought about writing a book review, but weren't sure where to begin? You aren't alone. Sharing your feedback with other book lovers can feel intimidating. Plus, ...
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How to Come up with a Good Book Title: 12 Tips
Keep it concise Appeal to your target audience Make it easy to remember Create something original and intriguing Note down ideas as you write ...
Writing
What is a Memoir?
While there are many different styles and types of memoir, all examples of this genre will share two defining characteristics.
Firstly, a memoir is autobiographical, meaning it is based on ...
Writing
9 Book-Writing Apps You Should be Using
So, you’ve got a great idea for a book. You sit down at your computer ready for the words to flow out of your imagination and onto the screen. ...
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50 Book Ideas for Writing a Book You Can Start Today
Maybe you haven’t brought your book ideas to life yet because you’re afraid it means hiding away, churning out page after page of a novel that may never be ...
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How to Write a Book Proposal and Why You Need One to Publish
All publishers are gamblers. Your job, as a writer or photographer who wants to be published, is to convince them that your project is a good bet. They are ...
Writing
How to Write a Fantasy Novel
The commercial success of fantasy series such as J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter books and George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones saga mean that the fantasy genre is more popular ...
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15 Writing Websites & Online Resources to Help You Write Your Own Story
Just like any craft or task, having the right tools for the job can make writing your own story much easier. There are myriad writing online resources and websites ...