Once you’ve finished your book, it’s usually time to dive into the realms of editing. Whether you’re working with a professional editor, or working through self-edits, this post explains what a style sheet is and how it can benefit your work.
Category Archives: Writing
The Dragon Healer by Tiani Davids: Writing Dragons and fictional languages
Today we’re celebrating the launch of The Dragon Healer by Aussie Indie author, Tiani Davids with a review (from yours truly) and an interview with the author herself.
Read on for details about self-publishing in Australia, and recommendations for world-building in the fantasy genre.
Should Writers Avoid Adverbs?
This article will discuss what an adverb is, assess why some people recommend avoiding them, and share some tips and tricks for when considering your own use of adverbs.
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Why ‘head-hopping’ in books is risky
The viewpoint of your book can be a tricky thing to get right. In this post, we’ll chat about what viewpoint is, how to figure out what point of view may suit your story best, as well discuss why too many viewpoints can potentially negatively impact your reader’s experience.
7 Tips for working away from home
In recent times, more people than ever before are working away from the traditional office. Whether it’s a hybrid model, or you’re full-time freelancing it up from your home – sometimes working remotely can be a challenge. It can be isolating, and challenging (especially if you have to share your space). So sometimes it’s aContinue reading “7 Tips for working away from home”
7 Writing Misconceptions Holding You Back
Writing is a challenge, there’s no question about that. But the ideas that we hold about the writing process can either help or hinder us. Today we’re talking writing misconceptions that might be holding you back from achieving your personal writing goals.
6 Habits of Successful Writers
In today’s post we’ll be discussing habits that can help support your success in your writing career. Let’s look at successful writers and learn from them.
What to Consider When Worldbuilding
If you’ve attempted to write a fiction novel, you’ll know world building is challenging! Especially when it comes to fiction genres such as fantasy and sci-fi where reader expectation is high (along with your stress-levels).
Today we’ll be looking at a few elements of worldbuilding to consider as you write or revise your novel.
5 Tricks For Better Self-editing
If you’re really wanting to grow writing skill, some self-editing is necessary. It helps you learn and develop as a writer. Today I’ll be sharing a few editing tricks and tips to help you with your writing.
5 Tips For Camp NaNoWriMo
July is here. With it comes camp NaNoWriMo. Get inspired and learn my top 5 tips to get the most out of your camp.
Steph Huddleston 