Most writers will be aware that pacing is important, whether in a short story, a novel or across an entire series. But what exactly is pacing? Why is it so important? And how can you make sure you master it in whichever kind of story you're writing? Pacing in fiction …
As someone who's been in the indie publishing game for the last five years, I've seen (and made) my fair share of mistakes. It's easy for us authors to get wrapped up in the excitement of publishing and overlook flaws that could potentially burn us further down the track. There …
If you're writing a series, you might have heard of – or already be quaking in fear of – the dreaded thing called 'second book syndrome'. But what exactly is this phenomenon? Also called 'middle book syndrome' or 'second book slump', second book syndrome generally refers to an author's second …
If you're a self-published author, you might never have even considered the possibility of turning your book into an audiobook. Authors who are traditionally published generally have audiobook rights and production arranged by their literary agent or publisher. But as with all other aspects of self-publishing, the onus is on …
Theme in literature is a topic we've delved into before. Every story has themes – whether they're consciously explored or simmering under the surface – and the exploration of different themes adds depth and layers to any story, especially if those themes are universal. So today we're taking a look …
If you're considering becoming an indie author, there's no doubt that you'll need to become familiar with Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing). This article is all about learning the basics of KDP, one of the biggest indie publishing platforms in the world. We'll take you through what it is, the …
As a writer, you'll hear feedback about your work in many different contexts. Notes from your editor; comments from beta readers or writing group buddies; reviews from readers... There are so many avenues for responses to your writing – and not all of those responses are going to be positive. …
It's another incredibly exciting day for us here at Writer's Edit... In partnership with our imprint Talem Press, we're thrilled to bring you the exclusive cover reveal for our Founding Editor, Helen Scheuerer's second fantasy novel, Reign of Mist. So without further ado... Reign of Mist is slated for release on September …
