Writers: in their own words
I asked writers about writer’s block, their proudest moments and their biggest worries when sending work to an editor.
Ampersand (&) or and?
The ampersand, despite having a charm and grace all of its own, is not welcome in all situations. Find out when to use ampersand or ‘and’.
Improving (everything about) your author website with user personas
Creating user personas for your website will help you with every future decision about content, images, navigation headings, calls to action and more.
Why hire a sensitivity reader for your book?
I recently sent off my manuscript for a sensitivity read. Find out what this important service is and why your book may need one.
How to choose a hosting company for your author website
Choosing the right web hosting company for your author website is an important decision. Find out what to look for.
4 ways to streamline your author website
Is your author website looking a bit bulky? Shedding a few pounds will help search ranking, and your visitors will find what they need.
Beta reader feedback – how to deal with it (with free template)
You’ve received feedback from your beta readers on your book manuscript. Now what?
What should you put in your author website header and footer?
The header and footer are important elements of your author website. Learn how to get them right.
Hm, hmm, hmmm, mm-hmm, mm, mmm (guide to use in dialogue)
How many m’s in hm, hmm, hmmm, mm-hmm and mmm? When do you use these expressions in dialogue?
How to write your author About page – 8 essential tips
Your author About page is a chance to engage new readers and wow existing fans. But how do you tell your visitors about yourself in a unique, captivating way?