How Setting Shapes Tone Without You Noticing
Setting is one of those things we all know a story needs. The characters have to be somewhere, right? So we give them a
August 26, 2026
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Setting is one of those things we all know a story needs. The characters have to be somewhere, right? So we give them a
Have you ever written a scene where everything that needs to happen is happening, but somehow the scene still feels…flat? Your characters are talking. They’re
This week, we’re talking about atmosphere and mood. They are the very things that give your story it’s vibe. Have you ever walked into
What Is a Book Sell Sheet—and Why Does an Indie Author Need One? Before we talk about sell sheets and why you, as an
You did it. The book is finished. Edited. Formatted. Uploaded. Approved. Published. YOU PUBLISHED A BOOK. It exists out there in the world where actual people
What to Do When Your Book Cover Designer Disappears Into the Fiverr Void There are certain things you expect to worry about when you
What They Don’t Tell You About Self-Publishing: Mastering KDP and Draft2Digital Anybody who tells you that self-publishing is easy is lying to you! There
Publishing a book is scary. It is overwhelming, and it isn’t easy or for the faint of heart. How do I know all of
There is nothing better than a satisfying ending. You know that feeling you get when you finish a book, close the cover, and just
The Reward Cycle: Why Plot Twists Feel Good There’s a special kind of satisfaction that comes from a really good plot twist. You know
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By: Tracie Joy
A Workbook for Developing Positive Thinking Strategies
We all try to think positive, but sometimes it can be so hard. Life can get crazy, and we get pushed and pulled from all different directions. How do you stay positive when life seems to be conspiring against you? The Thinking Positive Toolbox will help you develop your own strategies to stay positive in this crazy life.
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