Tag: reading for writers

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 […]

Benefits of Reading

Filed in Ask the Editor by Erika Bennett on May 27, 2021 • 0 Comments

The benefits of reading go far beyond the ability they provide to escape your reality. Reading — even for just 20 minutes a day — can do wonders for your mood, sleep health, memory retention, and much more. Reading doesn’t just apply to books either; taking a few minutes every day to read an in-depth […]

Women’s History Month Reading List

Filed in Author Inspirations by Erika Bennett on March 16, 2021 • 0 Comments

Women have been at the center of history-making moments for centuries. From Cleopatra and Joan of Arc to the suffragettes in the early 20th century and the strong women who embodied Rosie the Riveter during World War II to present-day female heroes around the world—women’s stories are worth celebrating. To help celebrate Women’s History Month, […]

10 Books to Read That Inspire Change

Filed in Editor's Picks by Erika Bennett on January 14, 2021 • 0 Comments

Books can provide some of the best lessons. We just have to allow ourselves to fully take in their messages and do the work in our own lives. From creating new, healthier habits to working through fear, there is plenty of growth we can accomplish by listening to authors who have already done the work. […]

5 Books Worth Reading for Writers

Filed in From the Desk of... by Erika Bennett on September 24, 2019 • 2 Comments

You’ve probably heard the old adage that the best writers are the best readers, but what should you actually be reading in order to improve your writing craft? Books published within the genre you’re writing will help you see the tone and style your future readers are accustomed to. Reading other books in your genre […]