Don’t take it personally – learn to embrace edits

Don’t take it personally – learn to embrace edits

It is common for writers, both amateur and professional alike, to become emotionally attached to their work – especially when it comes time for someone else’s opinion or edits. Learning how not take these suggestions personally can be a valuable tool in improving...
What is a writing coach?

What is a writing coach?

What is a writing coach? Should you hire one? How to hire one? A writing coach is an experienced professional who serves as a mentor and guide dedicated to your growth and development as a writer. They help you set goals and offer strategies to overcome challenges...
Rules are Made to be Broken

Rules are Made to be Broken

In my sophomore year of college, in a mandatory grammarclass, students would often ask the professor, “Well what about [example ofsomething that very obviously broke whatever grammar rule we’d justdiscussed].” Her answer was always, “Once you know the rule, you can...
Grammar Pet Peeves Part 2

Grammar Pet Peeves Part 2

By Jordan Ardoin Part 2 of the Grammar Pet Peeves series – Review Grammar Pet Peeves Part 1 This small series of blog posts is to help you get your book published. By going back and proofreading your work before submitting it, you are able to turn in a nice, polished...
How to Work Through Writer’s Block

How to Work Through Writer’s Block

The dreaded writer’s block. The bane of every writer’s existence. Once it hits, it seems like an inescapable mind prison, void of any creative genius…blank. Don’t panic! I know right now it may feel like you will never have another great idea, or that you’ll...