When a book moves too slowly, you put it down. While you may think this only happens with novels and nonfiction works, picture book pacing is just as important. So, you better get it right. Pacing beyond Children’s Books In novels and nonfiction, pace is...
At some point in life, you learned about contractions, and your world changed. With a little apostrophe, you could suddenly combine two words into one. Then, something changed. After years of saying can’t, don’t, and wouldn’t, you fell back into old...
Finding a good book publisher used to be easy. There were only a handful, so you didn’t have many options. Of course, getting published was borderline impossible, but at least you knew where to turn. Today, new book publishing companies crop up weekly. While...
Timing matters when releasing your book. Whether it’s your first, second, or thirty-third, sending it into the wild at the right time can help its early days go smoothly. In other words, the right publish date gives your book the best shot at success. So, when...
Poets feel deeply. Maverick Malone, author of Pressed Petals, is a textbook example. However, Maverick Malone is a unique creature. Her poetry is poignant and sincere, and her personality is playful and mischievous. Keep reading to meet this playful, purpose-driven...
