Writing engaging, dynamic dialogue is a unique skill that takes time to develop. This post goes over 5 ways to sharpen your dialogue.

Every writer’s community takes its own shape, but when a writer has built a strong community, certain roles show up consistently.

Is an editor necessary, even after extensive and careful self-editing? Read this article to find out.

Heard about critique partners and alpha readers but not sure what they are? This post is for you!

Along with telling a first-rate story in sparkling prose, you also want to create a manuscript that is as error-free as possible.

Line editing is all about style, voice, flow, and clarity. This post lists the most common line-editing issues.

In many cases, reworking the first draft includes reshaping the entire story. Here are some common story-level issues to watch out for.

In this post, I’ll talk about assessing your manuscript and figuring out your unique self-editing process.

So much of learning to write well hinges on accepting feedback from multiple sources, including alpha readers, beta readers, and...

One of the most common types of feedback a novelist seeks is a beta read.

Learn the differences between alpha readers and beta readers, including when to use them and what to expect from their feedback.

In the publishing industry, word count is one of the most standard metrics used to decide whether a manuscript is ready for and will fit...

Honest, critical feedback: every author needs it. Serious writers know this, and they actively seek it out. They embrace the...

Expecting loved ones to help you fix your book puts unfair pressure on them—and on you.