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 basics of its dashboard, and …
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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. The act of writing is …
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As someone who writes books, runs a website and does their own marketing and publishing, I’m often asked how I stay productive. It’s no easy feat. I have a never-ending list of things to do, and it can often feel as though there aren’t enough hours in the day. However, I do have some secret …
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Writing a single novel is a huge undertaking, so you can probably imagine the mammoth task that writing a series is… However, if you’re considering writing a fantasy series, and are willing to put the work in, then this article is for you. Here, I explore 5 of the best benefits of writing a fantasy …
‘How To Edit Your Novel’ is a guide designed for writers who have completed a long-form work of fiction and want to edit, polish and perfect it as much as possible. It’s all about providing you with the information, tools and advice you need to take your first draft to the next level, transforming it …
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Well folks, we’ve done it again – another twelve crazy months have gone by, another whirlwind year for Writer’s Edit and Writer’s Edit Press. We celebrated our fourth birthday, and have had some massive changes and some even bigger achievements, so let’s take a look back… Launching Talem Press As many of you know, Writer’s …
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We’ve talked before about the importance of building your author platform. Mastering your online author presence is something all modern writers need to learn how to do – especially those who are self-published. An important part of that platform and online presence is an author newsletter. ‘Wait a minute,’ you’re probably thinking. ‘You’re telling me I …
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Before you hit the ‘publish’ button on your novel, there’s one massive factor you need to consider: how to price your self-published ebook. Let’s assume that you’re relatively new to indie publishing – you might have published one or two titles previously, or this may be your first. Chances are, the idea of picking the …
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The lines separating genres in fiction writing can be hard to identify. Not everyone agrees where to draw them, and as trends in genre fiction evolve, they’re constantly changing anyway. What’s more, the cross-pollination of hallmarks and themes from different genres makes boxes and boundaries even trickier to establish. As writers, it is important to …
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Let’s start off with a fact: most (if not all) first drafts are terrible. Even Ernest Hemingway says so. There’s not really any avoiding this, not even for the most talented or experienced writer. But when you think about it, the concept of a less-than-stellar first draft is actually quite liberating. It means you’re free …
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I first met our Founding Editor Helen Scheuerer a couple of years ago, when I started working for Writer’s Edit as an Editorial Assistant. Little did I know then that we’d become great friends as well as colleagues – and that I’d have the chance to become involved in the process of developing her debut …
Today is an 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 debut fantasy novel, Heart of Mist. So without further ado… In the novel, we follow 19-year-old Bleak as she seeks …
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The simple structure, clear elements, and unadorned style of fairy tales are something all writers can learn from. After all, fairy tales have passed the test of time. They engage readers (or listeners) exactly because their simplicity makes for dynamic (and dramatic!) stories. Regardless of what genre you write, here are the top five things …
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Scenes drive your story forward; without them, there would be no novel. Your scenes need to keep your reader on the edge of their seat with your plot and characters because otherwise, they won’t keep reading. Looking at your novel on a scene-by-scene basis is a critical step in the writing and editing process. Here’s a list of six things you …
As a writer, it’s easy to feel like you’ve completely exhausted all your ideas when you need to be creative all the time. The good news is, you can never run out of creativity! As John Steinbeck once said, “Ideas are like rabbits, you get a couple and learn how to handle them, and pretty soon you …
You may have seen the terms ‘bullet journal’ or even #bujo floating around lately. Bullet journaling is a hugely popular method of organising, documenting and reflecting on your day-to-day life. It’s a customisable combination of journal, diary, notebook, to-do list – and anything else you want to add, really! Bullet journals are used by all manner …
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Every month, Writer’s Edit selects one work to feature as our Poem of the Month. This year we’re going behind the scenes of the writing to discuss inspirations and influences with the authors themselves. We chatted with Brisbane-based writer, TJ Wilkshire, about her poem ‘My Head‘ and its techniques and influences, and her best advice …
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Every month, Writer’s Edit selects one work to feature as our Poem of the Month. This year we’re going behind the scenes of the writing to discuss inspirations and influences with the authors themselves. We spoke with UK-based writer, Claire Wong, about her poem ‘Etymology in the Buffer Zone’ and the mythological inspirations behind her …
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Every month, Writer’s Edit selects one work to feature as our Short Story of the Month. This year we’re going behind the scenes of the writing to discuss inspirations and influences with the authors themselves. We talked with Kindling III author, Cassie Hamer, about her story ‘Tim’s War‘ which explores adolescence and friendship during the …
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Every month, Writer’s Edit selects one work to feature as our Short Story of the Month. This year we’re going behind the scenes of the writing to discuss inspirations and influences with the authors themselves. We talked with south coast writer, editor, and event organiser, Linda Godfrey, about her enchanting outback bildungsroman story ‘Aunt Merle‘. …