Tag: Christian books

The End: Finishing Your Novel

Filed in Writing Tips by Erika Bennett on June 25, 2019 • 0 Comments

By the time writers find themselves writing the ending to their story, they are 80,000 words—if not more—into their story. After months or years of getting their story on paper, writers may feel burned out, ready to be done, and wanting to be onto their next project. The downside of that, however, is that a […]

Establishing Rapport and Credibility in Nonfiction

I often find myself telling authors that they must establish rapport and credibility with their readers before anyone begins reading their book. This is vital for a number of reasons. The most important reason is that as an author, you want potential, on-the-fence readers to keep reading. You want them to recommend your book to […]

Writing a Great Author Bio

Filed in Ask the Editor by Erika Bennett on May 28, 2019 • 0 Comments

Your manuscript is done. It has been through the rewrite and revision, beta reading, and editing processes. You can see the finish line, and you are so ready to feel the sense of accomplishment that comes with crossing over that invisible line. Then, your dreams come to screeching halt! Your publisher asks you to submit […]

How to Marie Kondo Your Writing

Filed in Ask the Editor by Erika Bennett on May 23, 2019 • 0 Comments

Maybe you read her book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing or you watched her series on Netflix. Either way, you’ve likely heard of the esteemed, Marie Kondo. She’s pretty popular these days for her ability to help families de-clutter and organize their homes. Her intention is to […]

Writers and Websites: The Importance of Owning Your Brand on the Internet

Filed in Marketing Your Book by Erika Bennett on May 21, 2019 • 0 Comments

The internet is a fascinating place. We can shop online and receive our items in as little as two days. We can complete book research easier than ever, explore new places without buying a plane ticket. And thanks to social media, we can even meet new people and build entire communities of support. If […]