Many authors are recognizable from a single sentence: William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, and Ernest Hemingway, just to name a few. We know their work because they have a distinct author’s voice. “To be, or not to be: that is the question.” -Shakespeare “A lady’s imagination is very rapid; it jumps from admiration to love, from […]
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Punctuation Guide – Your Comprehensive Guide to English Grammar
Entering the world of punctuation can very quickly take you down a long and winding road into specifics of the English language that you may not have known existed. We know firsthand how easy it is to get lost among the seemingly endless punctuation points; that’s why we’ve put together this comprehensive punctuation guide to […]
Punctuation Guide – Question Mark Usage – Are You Doing It Correctly?
In our turbulent and ever-changing world, it stands to reason that we’d have a lot of questions. Luckily for us, the question mark is the perfect piece of punctuation for clearly articulating and posing these questions. Best of all: it’s so easy to use! In this article, we’ll look at proper question mark usage. What’s […]
Typesetting 101 (Basics and Benefits for Authors)
It’s impossible to think about the impact books have had on the world without stopping to think about typesetting. Just as digital distribution and retail have revolutionized the way people read books in today’s world, typesetting had a monumental impact in earlier times. In both the global east and west, typesetting helped make information and […]
What Is an Index and Why Is It Important for Your Book?
What is an index? If you’ve ever read a book in your life (which we hope you have) you’ve come across and used an index. The exact definition is, “an alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc., with references to the places where they occur, typically found at the end of a book.” If you crack […]
Everything Self-Publishers Need to Know About Ebook Formats
Congratulations! Your book is done. The hours of research and writing are finished and your book is ready to be published for your readers to find and enjoy. One of the best ways you can easily reach new readers for your book is by publishing as an ebook through online book retailers such as Amazon […]
Audiobooks on LibriVox: Are They Any Good?
This month we’ve been featuring content all around audiobooks and, in particular, how to listen to them. This week we’re diving into LibriVox. But first, let’s talk about your commute. As commutes to work and general drive time fill up so much of our lives, listening to a great audiobook can fill the time while […]
The 20 Best Audiobooks on Spotify (And How to Listen to Them)
Last week, we went into detail about listening to audiobooks on YouTube. This week, it’s Spotify’s turn. I’m going to break down exactly where you can find audiobooks on Spotify. Since not everyone already has an account, I’ll walk you through exactly how to get into Spotify (no account required), search for audiobooks, and I’ll […]
Audiobooks on YouTube: How to Listen for Free
Audiobooks have absolutely boomed in popularity in recent years, and it’s not hard to understand why. Today’s lifestyle means that most people spend a lot of time on the go, whether that means they’re commuting to and from work, juggling a few different jobs, or managing household affairs. People are often looking for something to […]
What Are the Types of Editing? (6 Types To Know)
If you’re a writer, by now you likely personally understand the phrase: all writing is rewriting. Writers get an idea, convert that idea into a draft, and then edit, edit, edit until they’re satisfied with every word. It’s a long process, but knowing the impact writing makes in the lives of readers is worth it. […]
