• book cover of Anani and the Brave Hurricane Adventure (Anani y la valiente aventura del huracán), Doris Vega Baez

    Interview with Doris Vega Baez

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    Doris Vega Baez’s children’s book Anani and the Brave Hurricane Adventure (Anani y la valiente aventura del huracán) recently became a No. 1 New Release in Children’s Ancient Civilization Fiction on Amazon, as well as No. 1 New Release in Children’s Hispanic and Latino Stories. Plus, she’s also the Author Support Team Lead for Xulon Press. Doris spends her work days helping writers reach their goals of becoming published authors, and now that she’s a published author herself, I knew she’d have some amazing insights to share. To read our full interview with Doris Vega Baez, visit XulonPress.Substack.com. Q. Can…

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    How to Check DPI

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    Have you ever heard of DPI? If you haven’t, DPI stands for “dots per inch” and refers to the resolution of an image. Regarding book printing, DPI is used for printer resolution and will indicate the clarity and detail of an image when printed on paper. So, 300 DPI means that every inch of an image contains 300 dots of ink. Plus, the higher the DPI, the better the quality of the image because there will be more ink droplets tightly grouped. Understanding what it is and how to check DPI is important if you want to print images inside…

  • robot hand reaching out to human hand; How to Use Grammarly as a Writer

    How to Use Grammarly as a Writer

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    Writing a book is not only a monumental task, but it’s also an incredibly rewarding experience. It involves meticulous attention to detail, especially when it comes to grammar, punctuation, and writing style. In today’s digital age, where technology has revolutionized the way we work, there are countless tools and resources available to assist writers in their creative journey. One such tool that has gained immense popularity among writers is Grammarly. It’s a powerful writing assistant that helps improve the overall quality of any written work. With its advanced algorithms and comprehensive features, Grammarly detects grammar and spelling errors and also…

  • man typing on a laptop keyboard and document images floating above; Google Docs. vs. MS Word to Write a Manuscript

    Writing Documents: Google Docs vs. Microsoft Word to Write Your Manuscript

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    When it comes to writing documents, like your manuscript, there are two popular options to consider: Google Docs or Microsoft Word. Both word-processing tools offer unique features and benefits that can enhance your writing experience. In this blog post, we will explore the advantages and considerations of writing documents using each platform. Benefits of Using Microsoft Word to Write Your Manuscript Microsoft Word has long been a go-to tool for writers. Here are some benefits of using Word to write your manuscript: Benefits of Using a Google Document to Write Your Manuscript While Microsoft Word is a popular choice, Google…