It’s a relatively simple process to publish a book today. However, if you are a new self-publishing author, there are some legal aspects that you should consider. You should know how to protect your work, fulfill your tax obligations, and beware of contracts and agreements. You don’t need to be a legal expert. However, being…
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The quick answer is that straight-laced and strait-laced are now both generally accepted as correct. However, if you are a language purist, most dictionaries and style guides agree that strait-laced is the original and correct form. The meaning of both forms is the same: that someone is strict in manners, morals, or opinions or has old-fashioned and…
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Grammar is one of my pet topics, and I never stop learning about it. But every now and then, I come across some weird grammar terms that make me scratch my head. Not so much because they are strange structures but because the terms to describe them are so difficult to remember, let alone pronounce…
Like it or not, we live in a writing world now where artificial intelligence (AI) is almost everywhere. That’s why using a few free AI tools, or tools to use with AI is useful and practical. I’m certainly not advocating publishing AI-generated text. However, nothing stands still, and that goes for writing too. So many…
If you’re almost ready to self-publish your first ebook or book, choosing between Draft2Digital or Amazon KDP will likely be one of your first decisions. Both publishing services have advantages, but you want to choose the one that’s right for you and your needs. With Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing), you can publish and sell…
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Literary devices are vital tools that all writers should learn to use to bring their writing and stories to life. They can add depth, emotion, and subtle layers of meaning to even the simplest forms of writing, transforming words into vivid mental images. When you understand and start using a few basic devices, you can…
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Deciding when to use but and however in your writing might seem like a small detail, but your choice can affect clarity and tone. The two words serve similar functions. They both introduce a contrast or contradiction but aren’t always interchangeable. The subtle differences between them can help you write sentences that flow smoothly or…
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If you’re an author, have you investigated Pinterest to promote your books and blog? You might already use social media platforms like Facebook, X (Twitter), and Instagram. But why use Pinterest? It’s often overlooked as a book marketing tool, but with over 522 million active users and a focus on discovery, it’s a terrific platform…
Zine is a diminutive of the word magazine, so it means a very small magazine. Ezines now refer to online and electronic versions that are often between six and twelve pages. In the past, small publications such as this were sometimes called pamphlets or leaflets. The history of zines dates back to the 18th century, when…
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If you are wondering if you can self-publish and sell public domain books on Amazon, the short answer is yes, you can. The longer answer is that you need to be aware of copyright restrictions and that you must publish a version of a book that is substantially different from the original. It’s a tempting…
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