How to win writing contests (with writing-contest record template)
You can improve your chances of getting longlisted for (or even shortlisted or winning!) a writing contest.
How to reduce your word count by thousands (and improve your book)
Is your work in progress a bit bulky? Discover how I cut 15,000 words from my manuscript, and made it better in the process.
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.
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?
Setting writer goals
As we near the end of the year, it’s time to set your writer goals for the next 12 months. But where do you start?
Step-by-step guide to Amazon KDP printed proofs (video of result)
For proof copies, the cheapest option I’ve found is via Amazon KDP. Follow my step-by-step guide.
Don’t put limits on yourself (buy a pineapple)
I’m not a writer. I could never make it as a freelance editor/designer/PA. Ever had thoughts like this? Where do they come from?
Finding time to write (when you have no time)
Are you having trouble finding time to write? We can’t ‘find’ time. Any more than we can ‘make’ time. But we can mould time.
Communicating with beta readers
I’ve chosen my beta readers. Find out how I will be approaching those who don’t yet know the ‘good’ news, and what I will be asking of them when the time comes to send them my book.
How to choose perfect beta readers
How many beta readers have I chosen, how did I pick them, and what the heck is a beta reader, anyway?