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Editing Poetry

Editing Poetry At first glance, the editing process may seem at odds with the very function of poetry, as well as the metrics that define its quality. After all, what form of writing is more personal? When do standards for grammar and “correctness” still apply, and when are they best thrown out the window? If […]

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How to Find the Perfect Editor

How to Find the Perfect Editor There are many elements that separate a typical self-published book from the polished, high-quality books we expect to find on the shelves of bookstores. Everything from design to distribution strategies determines whether a book will compete alongside the vast number of books that are self-published each year, or on […]

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Book Interior Design

The first goal of book interior design is to make absolutely certain that the design does not interfere with readability – and this is more complicated than it sounds. But design can accomplish more than just a professional look that will please the eye of potential readers. Book interior design can actually maximize profits by […]

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Publish Book Covers

Publish book covers that will add value to your product. Graphic designers are everywhere. How do you know that you have picked the correct designer for your book cover? What is the difference between a low-cost designer and a professional designer with years of experience at Big 5 publishing houses such as Random House? Izzard […]

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Literary Devices

Many authors know they have a story to tell, but aren’t sure exactly how to tell it. Maybe you’ve started writing, but you need something more to bring the words to life. Particularly if you’re a new author, you may still be figuring out your style—what makes your writing stand out, and how to deal […]

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How To Create Book Characters

Great characters are arguably the single most important element of great fiction writing. Characters aren’t just props in your story, they act as a window allowing readers to step into the story and setting. To be emotionally impacted, readers need to relate to the characters that are experiencing the events. And the most effective stories […]

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Book Publishing & Editor

A book publisher once asked, “Why are school textbooks so boring”? Answer: Facts tell, but stories sell. If you want a book that sells because people enjoy it, not because the government is paying for it to be in schools, then tell the best story you can. This includes editing it ruthlessly. A Book Publisher […]

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