Archive for June, 2021

10 Tips for a Better Book Opening

Filed in Writing Tips by Erika Bennett on June 29, 2021 • 0 Comments

The opening of your book is the place where readers will decide to keep reading or set aside your book — no pressure. So, your opening pages need to jump straight into your story without dawdling on about the protagonist’s history or how he/she ended up in the current predicament. The back story is 100% […]

Beach Read Writing: Here’s What You Need to Know

Filed in Writing Tips by Erika Bennett on June 24, 2021 • 0 Comments

A “beach read” is a book typically set at or near the beach, published in late spring to early summer. The intent for this popular sub-genre is to have these be the books people take to their summer vacations. The cover designs are typically colorful, with beachy aspects incorporated. Beach reads have been around for […]

Set and Meet Summer Writing Goals

Filed in Writing Tips by Daylin on June 17, 2021 • 0 Comments

A common challenge a writer can face is that there’s no one to tell them what to do, when to do it, how to do it, or even if they’ve done it well. That’s why setting writing goals to keep yourself accountable is so important. And with summer officially beginning this weekend, now’s the perfect […]

10 Ways to Become a Better Reader

Filed in Author Inspirations by Erika Bennett on June 15, 2021 • 0 Comments

Now that summer is upon us, it’s the perfect time of year to spend more time reading, and becoming a better reader isn’t just about reading more books. Focusing on bettering your reading skill is about identifying the types of books you do and don’t like to read, learning not to force yourself to read […]

How to Write a Father’s Day Card

Filed in Author Inspirations by Daylin on June 10, 2021 • 0 Comments

Father’s Day is around the corner, which means it’s time to remind the father figures in your life just how special they are to you! If you’re looking for inspiration on what to write on your Father’s Day card, you’ve come to the right place. What to Write You want to avoid generic messages and […]