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Three Ways to Lose a Romance Reader

Jenn Windrow — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:50:00 +0000

Break these romance rules, and readers may never forgive you. Here's what every romance author needs to know.

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Want a Twist Readers Will Love? Make Your Protagonist Wrong.

Guest Blogger — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:41:00 +0000

What if the thing your protagonist believes most is completely wrong? That single mistake might be the twist your novel needs.

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Interiority vs. Visceral Reactions in Deep POV

Guest Blogger — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:41:00 +0000

Your character's heart is racing. Their hands are shaking. But do readers know why? Discover the difference between emotion and emotional immersion.

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Charting Your Course #3: Self-Publish Online (Part 2)

Guest Blogger — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:45:00 +0000

This article describes some of the best methods for making your work available to others, how these methods differ, and why you would choose one over another.

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The Blueprint that Sells Books

Guest Blogger — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:32:00 +0000

Great books don’t sell on writing alone. Covers, categories, keywords, and reader expectations shape discoverability long before readers reach page one.

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5 Things Award-Winning Books Have in Common

Guest Blogger — Fri, 29 May 2026 08:36:00 +0000

The books that earn recognition are almost never the ones written with winning in mind. There are 5 key things that set award-winning books apart.

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When Deep POV Revisions Feel Flat (And What To Fix Instead)

Guest Blogger — Wed, 27 May 2026 08:07:00 +0000

Here are five revision traps to avoid, especially when you're writing in Deep POV. (A Big One: when you’re revising sentences instead of emotional moments.)

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The Author Who Cannot Write (About Themselves)

Guest Blogger — Mon, 25 May 2026 08:20:00 +0000

Let's face it, writing about ourselves is hard. Veteran author shares the five steps that every author can use to write a great author bio for our back covers.

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Why Research is Important when Writing Fiction

Ellen Buikema — Fri, 22 May 2026 08:05:00 +0000

No matter which genre of fiction you are writing, getting the facts straight can make a difference between satisfied and disappointed readers.

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Writing Check-In: How’s 2026 Going?

Guest Blogger — Wed, 20 May 2026 08:20:00 +0000

Liz Talley guides us through a pain-free way to get our 2026 goals back on track. There are examples and a template, so definitely come on in!

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