10 Elements Of A Good Nonfiction Book
Scott Allan
May 31, 2016
A good nonfiction book has many elements that make it a valuable learning experience for readers so they can engage proactively with the
Writing
Writing is the meat and potatoes of self-publishing. Without a well-written book, all other efforts are wasted. We help you become the best writer you can be with articles on improving your writing and vocabulary, recognizing common grammatical and spelling errors, learning how to write faster, creative writing exercises, and techniques for writing in various genres. You’ll also learn how to build the writing habit so you can easily write book after book.
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10 Simple Steps To Writing A Book (We’ve Sold One Million Copies Using These Steps)
Barrie Davenport
April 10, 2016
Whether you’re a professional, a blogger, a consultant, a homemaker, a retiree, or anything else — you can learn how to write a
10 Ways Bloggers Leave Money On The Table When They Don’t Self-Publish
Barrie Davenport
March 13, 2016
Are you a blogger looking to generate extra income? If so, then pay close attention here… Bloggers who haven’t attempted to self-publish books
101 Of The Best Mood Words To Use In Writing Fiction
Sarah Lentz
January 26, 2021
Think of a story you’ve read that you keep going back to. We bet if we asked you, “Why that book?” you’d tell
101 Of The Most Clever Dialogue Writing Prompts
Barrie Davenport
September 4, 2020
Sometimes the best way to get a story started is with a stirring piece of dialogue. I’m talking about the kind of conversation
104 Of The Best Short Story Ideas And Prompts To Grab Your Readers
Barrie Davenport
November 28, 2020
So, you want to write a short story — and not just a mildly entertaining short story but one your readers can’t put
108 Engaging And Creative Nonfiction Writing Prompts
Barrie Davenport
August 26, 2020
So you want to write a nonfiction book. Good for you! What are you going to write about? I know. That question stumps
11 Creative Writing Exercises To Awaken Your Inner Author
Barrie Davenport
August 1, 2017
I believe there’s a writer inside of all of us. Even if you don’t think you write well, you do have something to
11 Examples Of Dangling Modifiers
Barrie Davenport
May 26, 2020
Do you know a dangling modifier when you see it? And do you know what to say when someone asks, “So, what’s the
11 Examples Of Misplaced Modifiers
Barrie Davenport
May 26, 2020
The best, most enjoyable writing is clear, simple, and elegant. But when one of your modifiers is misplaced, clarity goes out the window.
11 Of The Best Writing Prompts Books
Barrie Davenport
October 6, 2020
What writer wouldn’t love a writing prompts book? If you’re reading this article, you’d probably like to know more about the options available
110 Of The Best World Building Questions For Authors
Barrie Davenport
June 7, 2020
Every fiction writer knows that one of your most important characters is your story’s setting. For fantasy and science fiction writers, that setting
111 Awesomely Clever Narrative Writing Prompts
Barrie Davenport
November 30, 2020
From the time you learn how to talk, you have stories to tell. Faced with a classroom writing assignment, though, you can feel
12 Effective Tips On How To Write Faster
Barrie Davenport
July 2, 2019
Would you like some practical tips on how to write faster? Of course, you would. Who in the writing community wouldn’t love to
12 Simple Ways To Flip Your Writing Motivation Switch
Barrie Davenport
November 11, 2018
Do you ever find yourself thinking, “I have not motivation to write today?” If you’re looking at a blank page and wondering how
127 Creative And Fun Poetry Writing Prompts
Barrie Davenport
November 25, 2020
Whether you’re writing a poem for your own collection or a significant other, you’re here with one question in mind: “How do I
15 Common Grammar Mistakes That Kill Your Writing Credibility
Barrie Davenport
July 8, 2020
I love to write, but I’m not so crazy about grammar. Learning about words that dangle, split, and get misplaced isn’t my idea
15 Compelling Character Archetypes To Consider For Your Book
Barrie Davenport
September 17, 2020
As a writer, you want your characters (especially your protagonist) to resonate with your readers. They should be larger than life but still
15 Tips to Help You Write Better And Attract More Readers
Barrie Davenport
October 26, 2018
If the title “how to write better” caught your eye, I’m guessing you’d like to get more enthusiastic reactions to your writing. Do
15 Types Of Poems Every Writer Should Know About
Barrie Davenport
November 9, 2020
Poetry is a skill that every writer should at least dabble in. Rhymed or not, poetry writing is a chance to express what
155 Character Flaws For Writing
Barrie Davenport
June 16, 2020
What comes to mind when you think “interesting character flaws”? Because some flaws are more compelling than others. And some are easier to
165 Must-Use Character Development Questions For Writers
Barrie Davenport
June 10, 2020
If you’ve hit a wall with your latest story, sometimes all you need is to get better acquainted with your characters. The more
23 Of The Best Cities For Writers To Live And Work
Barrie Davenport
September 2, 2020
You’ve been thinking about it — moving to a place that inspires you in your writing. Even better if the city is full
25 Of The Best Fanfiction Writing Prompts
Barrie Davenport
November 23, 2020
With fanfiction, the writer of a movie, TV series, or book has already done the character building. As the fanfic writer, you get
27 Powerful Writing Tips For Your First Book
Barrie Davenport
October 29, 2018
When you’re writing your first book, it’s normal to wish your favorite authors could magically appear at your elbow with game-changing advice that
3 Types Of Satire Every Writer Should Know
Barrie Davenport
January 22, 2021
You vaguely remember the satirical novels your English teachers compelled you to read. Some stand out more than others — either because they
30 Surefire Ways To Bust Through Writer’s Block
Grace Furman
May 20, 2016
Are you feeling stuck and uninspired in your work as an author? Have you extinguished that spark of creativity that lights up your
31 Ridiculously Simple Tips For Writing Your Next Book
Barrie Davenport
January 12, 2019
What are the best tips for writing a book? We have you covered. Maybe you have a book idea, and you’re thinking it
365 Of The Best Daily One-Word Writing Prompts
Barrie Davenport
December 17, 2020
Sometimes, when it comes to writing prompts, less is more. Otherwise, why would you be here looking for one-word topics to write about?
37 Words of Diction To Use In Your Writing
Barrie Davenport
December 30, 2020
When was the last time a reader asked you about the diction you’re using in your current work in progress? Yeah, me neither.
40 Motivating Quotes About Writing
Barrie Davenport
November 13, 2017
Step into any elementary school classroom on Career Day and you’re bound to find at least one child whose sole goal in life
41 Of The Best Romance Writing Prompts
Barrie Davenport
December 25, 2020
Writing romance isn’t as easy as many people seem to think. “You write romances? I could totally do that, too, but I have
43 Daily Journal Prompts That Will Make You A Better Writer
Ron Clendenin
April 18, 2018
No one decides to have writer’s block. No one wakes up in the morning and thinks, “I feel like having writer’s block today.”
47 Character Development Prompts To Flesh Out Your Book Characters
Barrie Davenport
August 3, 2020
What kind of person is your main character? Maybe you’ve started to hear their voice in your head, but they just haven’t been
51 Of The Best Historical Fiction Writing Prompts
Barrie Davenport
August 5, 2020
You’re looking for historical fiction ideas, and most of the ones you’ve come across are either too detailed and specific or too vague
55 Fun And Creative Writing Prompts For Kids
Barrie Davenport
March 3, 2020
What better way to encourage young writers than to provide creative inspiration and the time to follow it? That’s exactly why we’ve created
55 Of The Best Young Adult Creative Writing Prompts
Barrie Davenport
August 14, 2020
You’re looking for some creative story ideas for teenagers, maybe because you want to write YA fiction, or maybe because you know someone
6 Simple Steps to Picking Your Perfect Title
Barrie Davenport
December 6, 2017
First impressions are very important. Whether it’s you walking into an important meeting, or someone seeing your book for the first time, the
61 Fantasy Writing Prompts To Stoke Your Creativity
Barrie Davenport
January 24, 2020
You’ve just finished reading a fantasy novel, and while you hate that there’s no more to read, you’re so in love with the