Writing & Editing News

• 12/11/2018in Writing & Editing Resources

  Word Count Separates Short Stories from Novelettes and Novellas

  Aspiring writers should understand the difference between a novella, novelette, and short story. Each form has a specific structure and varies by word count. Some stories are best when they are brief; others require a bigger storyline that can still be finished in one sitting. The idea behind a novella may require more layers and...
• 05/11/2018in Writing & Editing Resources

  Make a Living and Enjoy What You Do as a Children’s Book Author

  Children’s literature is not a poorer form of fiction. Writing for children connects authors to the most enthusiastic readers and impacts their lives. A 20-year study has revealed that books at home increase the potential level of education of children later in life. If you are considering writing for children, you will be rewarded by...
• 29/10/2018in Writing & Editing Resources

  Well Known Writers’ Quirky Habits to Boost the Creative Process

  Some writers need a certain condition to boost their creative process. Many well known writers have found idiosyncratic ways to get their creative juices flowing. These literary icons have found a variety of ways to motivate themselves—from drinking copious amounts of coffee to writing in the buff—to encourage the writing genie to loosen the creati...
• 22/10/2018in Writing & Editing Resources

  Polishing the First Draft of a Novel before Submission

  Inexperienced novelists are often confused about the steps that follow after the first draft is finished. Novelists who plan to go the traditional publishing route need to revise and re-edit their work before finding an agent. In this process the output should also be free of the common mistakes made by first-time novelists. Otherwise the...
• 15/10/2018in Writing & Editing Resources

  Writing an Engaging Book for Children

  According to a Pew Internet survey of teachers, a majority thinks students are distracted easily and have shorter attention spans. However, a good children’s book will still capture their attention, even though children’s exposure to technology is a distracting factor. Kids still love to immerse themselves in stories and transport themselves in the...