What is a Writing Coach, and Do I Need One?

What is a Writing Coach, and Do I Need One?

Not sure what a Writing Coach is? You’re not alone. You might want to involve one at the first draft stage, or even before. Or you might look for a Coach when your first draft is done, but you’re feeling stuck with it. To get a better idea of what they do,...

Does Your First Draft Have To Be Bad?

First drafts are always bad. Right? Well, maybe, maybe not. This oft-repeated bit of writing wisdom gets very mixed responses, including people being offended that aspersions are being cast on their hard work, people feeling discouraged at the prospect of putting a...
Book Review: Dreams of Gods and Monsters

Book Review: Dreams of Gods and Monsters

Dreams of Gods and Monsters Plot Summary An army of angels descends upon the human world. Karou and Akiva have to find a way to bring their forces together, or face annihilation by a mutual enemy. One who, if he succeeds, will soon return to Eretz with weapons beyond...

Why Authors Need Editors

The question comes up once in a while, on Twitter or Reddit, do authors need editors? As both a writer and editor myself, I have some thoughts on the topic. This isn’t an uncommon overlap; while not every writer enjoys editing, or vice versa, there are a lot of people...

Book Review: The Giver of Stars

Alice has moved halfway across the world, to America, with her brand-new husband, looking for a brand-new life. Unfortunately, arriving in Baileyville, Kentucky, turns out not to be quite the adventure she was expecting. Until she gets involved with the travelling...