Want to take a stab at building your own author website? If you're feeling a little ambitious and have a little time, we recommend The Write Practice's "10 Easy Steps to Building an AuthorWebsite."

Not tech savvy? No worries! This article is the clearest and best presentation we've seen to help you get started with your very own author website. (One without any advertising!)

From setting up a domain host to customizing your menus and templates, The Write Practice will guide you from ground-zero to a finished website where readers can find your books and sign up for your newsletter. (If you have one!)

Want to take a peek? Check out their guide at www.thewritepractice.com/building-an-author-website!

Want to organize and track your writing projects? Thriving Scribe’s “10 Reasons to Use Trello as an Author" is an excellent primer on how to use the Trello app to outline and manage every aspect of your next writing project!

In this article, Brit Poe provides an excellent overview of how to harness Trello’s board system to create to-do lists, to collect relevant documents, notes, and attachments, and to track your progress as you work toward your next writing goal!

Want to see if Trello is right for you? Read more about it at www.thrivingscribes.com/reasons-trello-author!

Want to grow connection and community on your Facebook author page? We recommend Hootsuite's "16 Facebook Engagement Post Ideas..."

In this article, Hootsuite shares a wide array of ideas designed to grab your reader's attention. From content and timing strategies to tips on hashtags, Facebook Live, and comment protocols...this article provides plenty of fodder to get your creative juices flowing!

Feel a little overwhelmed? Just pick one or two ideas that suit you and try them out! And if you want to learn more, the article is full of links to supporting articles and resources.

Learn more at blog.hootsuite.com/facebook-engagement-posts!

Want to cut publishing costs by self-editing your book? The Write Life's “25 Editing Tips for Tightening Your Copy (Plus an Editing Checklist)” provides a handy rubric to deal with the common writing "offenders" and to prepare your manuscript to be a contender that receives a better reception and more targeted feedback from industry professionals and readers alike! Want to prep your manuscript to be its best for the next step of your publishing journey?

📑💯 Jump in at https://buff.ly/4eEJZcz! #writing #editing

Want to make your next book signing a memorable one? We recommend "35 Ways to Make Your Next Book Signing and Event!" from the Internet Writing Journal.

In this article, author Larry James offers 35 strategies to help you better connect with potential readers, maximize your time inside your hosting venue, and develop connections and begin building relationships that will help maintain momentum after the event is over.

Want to see how you might improve your next book signing? Read more at www.writerswrite.com/journal/35-ways-to-make-your-next-book-signing-an-1006!

Need to find a quality critique group to get your current work in progress publishing-ready?

Reedsy’s article, “49 Places to Find a Critique Circle to Improve Your Writing" sports an excellent rundown of free and paid critique groups with wide variety of formats and structures, including industry flagships such as Critique Circle and Scribophile as well as many smaller communities that specialize in specific genres.

Reedsy's helpful overviews outline the structure and strengths of each group, providing an excellent launching point to identify and investigate which groups might fit your needs!

Want to see if there’s a critique group for you? Check them out at blog.reedsy.com/critique-circle!

Looking for some writing inspiration? One key to unlocking inspiration is to fire up your imagination! Dabble's "57 Genius-Sparking Writing Exercises for Fiction Writers" is a great list to jump-start your imagination during your next writing session!

Dabble's 57 exercises draw from history, real life, your work-in-progress, your personal experiences, and so much more with many unexpected twists to challenge and stretch your creative skills. Plus, the exercises are grouped into categories of story, character, setting, and prose so that you can easily choose a facet of writing you know and love or one you want to grow in!

Want to dive in and stretch your imagination? Start exploring at www.dabblewriter.com/articles/writing-exercises!

Looking for some excellent evergreen writing prompts? The Write Practice's "Inspirational Writing Prompts: 7 Inspirational Ideas to Spark Your Creative Writing" will get your creative juices flowing!

In this post, The Write Practice shares seven unique exercises drawing from your life, from others, from history, from science, and from the world around you to spark inspiration and to generate fresh ideas and passion for your creative writing. These exercises can be reused over and over again to stretch and strengthen your writing skills. And who knows? Maybe your next exercise will lead to a fresh idea for your next novel!

Check it out at www.thewritepractice.com/inspiration-writing-prompts!

Been looking for a way to flex your writing muscles? Some creative writing exercises might be the perfect thing for you!

Take a look at Masterclass's "8 Creative Writing Exercises to Strengthen Your Writing!" Here's what they have to say about creative exercises:

"Whether you’re a published author of a bestselling book or a novice author writing a novel for the first time, creative exercises are great for clearing up writer’s block and getting your creative juices flowing."

Try them out for yourself at www.masterclass.com/articles/creative-writing-exercises-to-strengthen-your-writing!

Wondering how to start building a platform to launch and market your book?

You'll love Author Media's weekly podcast "Novel Marketing" with Thomas Umstattd Jr!

"Novel Marketing [is] the longest-running book marketing podcast in the world. This is the show for writers who want to build their platform, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about. Whether you self publish or are with a traditional house, this podcast will make book promotion fun and easy. Thomas Umstattd Jr. interviews publishers, indie authors, and bestselling traditional authors about how to get published and sell more books."

Glean insights from Thomas and his colleagues at www.authormedia.com/novel-marketing!

Getting ready to self publish your first book? Every book that ever makes it to print and becomes available for public sale, whether through traditional or self-publishing, requires an International Standard Book Number (ISBN).

If that sounds daunting, never fear! The Write Life is here to help with “A Complete Guide to Understanding, Obtaining and Using an ISBN for Your Book!”

In this article, they break down the what, why, and how of getting your ISBN in simple easy-to-understand terms with links to resources you will need. The world of ISBN’s will become simple with their experienced voice to guide you through the process.

To start learning visit thewritelife.com/how-to-get-an-isbn. For more excellent writing resources, check out their blog at www.thewritelife.com!

Want to generate fresh ideas for your writing? Take a look at Writer's Digest's "Focus on the Writing Life: Feeding Your Creativity!"

In this post, author Michael J. Vaughan explains the technique of "creative lollygagging," a way of engaging in "mellow activities" that free your mind up to think creatively while surrounded by by low-level distractions that will spark inspiration.

"Creative lollygagging" will not only fill up your creative tank, it's a great way to rest and refresh, to overcome writers block, and so much more. And, who knows? You might just get a fresh idea for your next novel!

Try it for yourself at www.writersdigest.com/there-are-no-rules/focus-on-the-writing-life-feeding-your-creativity!

Been struggling to get yourself in front of the keyboard? Writing Momentum's podcast "Finding Time to Write in a Busy World" gives practical tips for finding time to write.

In this episode , Chris and Gena Maselli combine their 30-plus years of writing experience to tackle the challenge many writers face – finding time to pursue their passion amid various life commitments. From tips and tools to mindset shifts, Chris and Gena outline practical steps you can take no matter where you are in your writing journey.

Ready to dive in? Go to www.writingmomentum.com/podcast/finding-time-to-write-in-a-busy-world! And if you want more great writing tips, be sure to sign up for their newsletter!

Want to build your brand, promote your books, and connect with readers on social media? It might be time to harness the power of hashtags!

Author Media’s “44 Essential Twitter Hashtags Every Author Should Know” is a great introduction the primary uses of hashtags for authors, plus it has 44 of the best tags to get you started engaging your readers! And whether you are on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram or any of the other various media platforms, the tips in this article are also applicable to help readers and new audiences find you and engage with your work!

You can check it out at www.authormedia.com/44-essential-twitter-hashtags-every-author-should-know!

Facebook was once again named the most popular social media platform in 2022. Authors are acting accordingly, taking advantage of the platform’s vast audience to get books in the hands of new readers.

If you’re already using Facebook for its Author Pages, great. If not, it’s time to tap into this venue for readership!

Updating your page can be a bit of a hassle, but don’t worry, Written Word Media has you covered. Set aside 15 minutes, grab a cup of coffee, and check out these tips to help your Author Page get more engagement and get your books into the hands of more readers!

Check it out at www.writtenwordmedia.com/how-to-optimize-your-facebook-author-page-to-sell-books!

Don’t have a Facebook Author Page yet? Check out this post on how to create one.

Looking for a way to rest and refresh creatively? The Unhurried Space's "How You Can Use Creative Rest to Restore Your Creativity" explains why we need creative rest and shares fourteen ways to rest and recharge as creatives, from the way we approach our work to the way to lay aside work altogether and refill!

Want to get some ideas to refill your creative tank? Check them out at www.unhurriedspace.com/creative-rest!

Feeling stuck as you search for inspiration, or plain old motivation, to complete the dreams on your heart?

Karen Hardin's word of encouragement "Here's How You Can Get Unstuck" outlines reasons we get stuck, the mentality we'll need to move forward into change, and some simple and Biblical steps to help you get moving in the right direction again!

Read the full article at www.karenhardin.com/are-you-feeling-stuck-frustrated-that-you-arent-getting-closer-to-your-dreams-its-time-to-get-unstuck!

Longing to boost your focus by putting some thought into your personal writing space? Check out "How Well-Designed Writing Spaces Stimulate Creativity" by Self-Publishing School for inspiration, insight, and tips to help you create a writing space at any budget level. (Including none!)

From why writing spaces matter to how to choose and set up your own in (or outside) your home, this article provides an excellent overview of what to consider and of the possibilities available to you as you search out and create your best writing spot!

Want to get started? Check it out at www.self-publishingschool.com/writing-spaces!

Inspiration sometimes strikes like lighting. Those are wonderful moments! But did you know it’s important to cultivate inspiration and creativity as well? Our minds and hearts are like a garden, and what we cultivate tends to grow!

Writing Forward’s “How to Cultivate Writing Inspiration” defines inspiration and provides a rich list of ideas to spark new creativity, to troubleshoot why yours might be missing, and to encourage you to write even when you feel uninspired. From creative activities to personal habits to your current frame of mind, these questions and suggestions will help you diagnose where you are and get you moving forward again!

Want to grow your inspiration? Check them out at www.writingforward.com/creative-writing/writing-inspiration!

Looking for a local writers group? The Write Life's "Why You Should Join a Writer's Group: And How to Find One" is a great place to start!

In this post, The Write Life not only explains our need as writers for interaction with other creatives, but also the different types of groups available, their unique benefits, and how to begin looking for them in your area.

Still can't find a group near you? Follow the links at the end of the article to peruse their list of excellent online and Facebook writers critique groups!

Learn more at www.thewritelife.com/why-you-need-to-join-a-writing-group!

Wondering how to identify a critique group or partner that would be a good fit for you? This week, we recommend "How to Find the Right Critique Group or Partner for You" by Inked Voices.

In this blog post, Inked Voices outlines key factors to consider as you look for a group that matches your current writing needs and journey, plus they give an excellent list of options, both online and in person, to get you started.

To learn more, check them out at www.janefriedman.com/find-the-right-critique-group/!

Ever wonder how authors get those fantastic endorsements for their newly published book? Check out Author Media's "How to Get Endorsements for Your Book" as Thomas Umstattd Jr. demystifies the process of seeking and incorporating relevant endorsements for your book.

In this article, Thomas shares key insights from laying the groundwork for the relationships that most endorsements spring from to how to work with those who are willing to endorse your book!

📣 🙋‍♂️ Ready to start working toward your first endorsement? Learn more at www.authormedia.com/how-to-get-endorsements-for-your-book! #endorsements #marketing

Facebook is, once again, the biggest social media platform in 2023 (surprise, surprise). But that doesn’t stop it from being an enigma. So, Rocket Expansion is here to help you out with their article on “How To Make a Facebook Page For Authors (Plus Tips & Examples).”

If you want to maximize your Facebook experience as an author, then a Facebook Page for Authors is what you’re looking for.

But what exactly is an Facebook page for authors? And how do you set one up?

Rocket Expansion answers those pressing questions PLUS give some tips and examples on how to rock the Facebook world like no other.

Check it out at www.rocketexpansion.com/facebook-page-for-authors/!

Want to write a children’s book but don’t know where to begin? This week, we recommend Charlotte Glaze’s YouTube podcast series “How to Make a Picture Book.”

In this video series, Charlotte will walk you through the process of picture book creation from how to get a great idea all the way through the writing, editing, and publishing stages, including videos dedicated to unique aspects of picture book publishing, like pagination and the creation book dummies. She even gives tips on how to fundraise to cover publishing costs if you choose to go the self-publishing route!

Want to get started with your first picture book? Jump in right here!

Wondering which publishing path is the best option for your story? This week, we recommend On Lit Place for Writers' article "How to Publish Your Novel: A Primer on Traditional, Independent, University, and Self-Publishing!"

In this post, the One Lit team will give you a helpful overview of the Traditional, Independent, University, and Self Publishing industries, listing the pros and cons of each so that you can explore which path would be the best for YOUR story. Plus, they outline first steps to help get you started!

Want to see which route might be best for you? Check it out at www.onelitplace.com/how-to-publish-novel-primer-traditional-independent-university-self-publishing!

Wondering how to get your finished manuscript ready to publish? This week, we recommend Reedsy's "How to Publish a Book in 2024: 10 Steps to Success."

In this article, Reedsy will outline the steps you need to take to get your book in the hands of readers, from edits to design and formatting to publishing to your book's launch and marketing process! Each of Reedsy's 10 steps is chock-full of tips, insights, and links to additional information and resources to help you begin navigating the publishing process with confidence!

Want to jump in? Get started at www.blog.reedsy.com/how-to-publish-a-book!

Are you looking to self-publish and join the thousands of authors every year who enjoy complete creative control and a greater portion of royalties? Let Reedsy walk you through the process in their article, “How to Self-Publish a Book in 2023: A Guide for Savvy Authors.”

Chalk-full of helpful links, this guide touches on all the essential parts of the process while also providing you with the resources to learn more.

Check it out at https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/how-to-self-publish-a-book/!

It’s one thing to write about another world or a certain topic, but it’s another thing to write about yourself. Although tons of writers excel at their craft, when it comes time to sit down and talk about their experience or what they do, they get stuck.

Having a well-written bio can help you stand out amongst the tons of other writers out there. The question is: how do you create a solid bio that tells your story and highlights your experience? The Write Life’s “How to Write an About Me that Attracts More Readers” will go over some tips on how to write a quality About Me that summarizes who you are and conveys the essential information about your career.

You can read all about it at www.thewritelife.com/how-to-write-an-about-me/!

The season of writers conferences is upon us! And if you want to know how to make the most of YOUR writers conference experience, we'd like to point you to Jane Friedman's "Jane's Guide to Getting the Most out of a Writers Conference!"

In this article, Jane condenses the cumulative wisdom of her two-decades of writing conference experience to help you have your most fruitful conference experience yet. Beginning with how to choose a conference, Jane walks you through how to prepare, what to bring, what to do during, and how to follow-up well after the event. Plus, she shares tons of helpful tips for both attendees AND speakers in between!

Whether you have a conference you're getting ready for or you're simply trying to choose among this season's tempting offers, we absolutely recommend Jane's advice!

You can read the full article at www.janefriedman.com/guide-to-writers-conferences/!

Wondering where to look for help as you face editing your book? This week, we recommend Masterclass's "How to Find the Best Book Editor: A Complete Guide."

In this article, Masterclass will help you get started in your search as they share:

• An overview of the different types of book editors and their functions (with helpful links to learn more about each!).
• How to identify which kind of editor your manuscript needs.
• How you can begin estimating what professional editing will cost.

Want to dive in? You can read all about it at www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-find-the-best-book-editor!

Pinterest is a place of endless creative inspiration. But did you know it can be a powerful tool for self-published authors, too? Whether you are creating inspiration boards for your novel's characters and settings or promoting your upcoming novel, Pinterest is a great place to invite readers into your writing process!

In this article "Pinterest for Authors: Your Essential Guide for 2023" Publishdrive will show you how to harness Pinterest to build your online community and to direct readers to your website, blog or other social media platform!

You can check it out at www.publishdrive.com/pinterest-for-authors-your-essential-guide.html!

One of the most effective ways to build your personal brand is through social media. And The Write Life's post “Quick Social Media Tips for Writers” will help you confidently navigate those murky waters and build a writing brand that rocks.

If the thought of adding another social media site to your already long list of things to do as a writer leaves you feeling frazzled, take a deep breath and settle in.

The Write Life has rounded up some quick tips and ideas for using Facebook and Twitter to develop your platform. Check it out on www.thewritelife.com/quick-social-media-tips-for-writers/! And be sure to look at Part Two detailing how to build your personal brand using LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest and Snapchat!

Trying draw your reader into your next novel or your personal memoirs and help them truly experience what your characters are feeling? One of the most common pieces of advice you will hear to create compelling prose is "Show, don't tell."

As Anton Chekhov said, “Don’t tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass.” Sometimes that easier said than done!

That's why, this week, we recommend The Write Practice's article "Show, Don't Tell" as an excellent resource not only to describe the method of "Show, Don't Tell" but to get you started with pointers on how and when to apply this method of writing with plenty of examples included!

Get started by going to www.thewritepractice.com/show-dont-tell/!

Want to strengthen your social media brand? This week, we recommend "Social Media for Writers: 5 Quick Fixes To Build Your Brand" by The Write Life to help get you off and running!

In this article, The Write Life will outline five simple steps to help boost your social media presence, providing key insights to get you started and to help you keep growing your platform as you go.

As The Write Life says, "Your social media presence is often the first point of contact for your brand online, so it’s important to be purposeful in how your profiles portray you."

Get started at www.thewritelife.com/social-media-for-writers-quick-fixes/!

Trying to discover or develop your voice? Grammarly's "The Ultimate Guide to Writing Styles, With Examples" is great place to begin your journey! Every writer's style—or voice—is a unique expression of their personality and the combination of the influences in their lives, their training, and their choices on how to use what they've learned.

Although writing style is a very subjective topic, Grammarly does an excellent job of introducing you to the basic aspects of style and can get you started with some excellent tips to begin discovering and developing your own!

You check it out at www.grammarly.com/blog/writing-styles/!

Wondering how to find beta readers for your current work in progress? The Write Pracitce's article "The Writer’s Guide to Beta Readers: How to Find Beta Readers (And How to Work with Them)" is an excellent resource to get you started!

In this post, The Write Practice gives a practical overview of where to look for beta readers, how to ask them for their help, and how to prepare your manuscript and work with them as they review and give feedback for your book. Plus this article includes several links to related resources and blog posts!

Want to jump in? Check it out at www.thewritepractice.com/find-beta-readers/!

Looking to dabble in the world of poetry? Or just looking to add some poetic flare to your writing? In this webinar replay, poet and writer Emma Murf will walk the viewer through several poetry exercises to spark creativity, covering topics like:

Using poetry as play
Thinking in verse
Adding musicality to your writing

Emma Murf is a poet, humorist and copywriter. She is also the co-founder of PEZESTRIANS, a poetry workshop and open mic based in Atlanta, GA.

Check it out at https://blog.reedsy.com/live/poetry-emma-murf/!

Still noodling on who your target audience is? Take a look at another approach to the question in this article "Who Is Your Target Reader?" by Writer's Digest!

This article will not only help get you thinking more specifically about who your story is designed to reach but also how to describe that audience to agents and editors (and anyone else who might ask!).

You can check it out at www.writersdigest.com/whats-new/who-is-your-target-reader!

Are you looking to set some writing goals for 2023 that you’ll actually keep?

If you want make goals that will take you to the next level of your writing journey, then “How to Set Writing Goals the SMART Way” by The Write Life will give you the perspective you need. From explaining why goals are a key part of writing success to the nuts and bolts of creating goals that are practical and inspiring, this article provides a simple and thorough framework as you plan your writing path for 2023!

And if this article whets your appetite for more, type “goal setting” in their search bar for additional resources and inspiration!

Ready for your best writing year yet?

Check them out at www.thewritelife.com/writing-goals/!

One excellent tool to overcome procrastination, perfectionism, and writer's block is the writing sprint! That's why, this week, we recommend The Write Practice's "Writing Sprints: A Simple Exercise that Benefits Every Writer!"

In this article, The Write Practice will explain the practice of writing sprints and walk you through the process of setting up your own! From setting goals, to choosing how long to sprint, and what to do once you finish, The Write Practice will equip you with what you need to see what kind of writing sprint might work best for you.

Want to stop putting off your writing and get started? Jump in at www.thewritepractice.com/writing-sprints/!

Wondering how to market your book? This week, we recommend Author Media's "101 Book Marketing Ideas That Will Change Your Life!"

In this post, Author Media compiles a list of their top 101 articles, covering every aspect of book marketing. From launching your book to sales and advertising to building your online presence, email platform, and brand to connecting with readers and so much more...this repository addresses every stage of the marketing process to provide the tools you need take the next steps in your marketing journey with confidence.

Want to get started? Dive in at www.authormedia.com/101-book-marketing-ideas-that-will-change-your-life/!

Preparing to write your next work in progress? Airtable's Novel Planning Template provides an excellent framework for organizing your scenes, characters, and locations as you begin to plan your next novel. Plus, the accompanying article provides a brief primer to how to use and adapt the template and its fields for your book!

Want to try it out? Go to www.blog.airtable.com/bring-your-novel-to-life-with-airtable!

Want to get the best feedback you can in your next conversation with your editor, critique partner, beta reader, or friend?

In Writing Momentum's podcast, "The ONE Question You Should Ask Your Editor," Gena Maselli shares the one question she's discovered that empowers your editor, critique partner, beta reader, or friend with the invitation and freedom they need to help you make your writing its very best!

Want to learn more? Check it out at www.youtube.com/watch?v=ystJhGX1xi0!

Need to craft a compelling inciting moment for your novel? Visit Writing Momentum's YouTube channel and catch Laurel Thomas's Writer's Roundtable on “Inciting Incident" to learn how to craft an inciting moment that will plunge your readers into the heart of your story!

In this engaging video, Laurel takes viewers through the concept of the inciting incident in storytelling, utilizing Blake Snyder's 'Save the Cat' structure as a reference point... Emphasizing the importance of experiencing the story through a character's perspective, Laurel shares her own struggles and growth in writing fiction compared to nonfiction. She discusses the importance of a character's internal world and how a well-crafted inciting incident can turn their world upside down.

Through an exploratory discussion, Laurel and other participants analyze the character Ray from 'I Wish You Happy,' illustrating how to develop a character that readers will root for and how their growth arc is essential to storytelling. The session is a blend of practical advice and storytelling theory, aimed at helping writers craft compelling narratives.

Start learning at www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xnx87xo8h9w&t=57s!

Want to get to know the writing industry? Try the WriterCon podcast!

WriterCon is a yearly writer's conference that hosts a regular podcast on all things writing! Each of their episodes adds to a rich repository of writing and publishing industry news, writing tips, and interviews with professional authors, editors, agents, and more! Plus, the podcast is completely free and available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!

Want to start exploring and expanding your knowledge of the book writing and publishing world? Give the WriterCon podcast a try at www.writercon.com/writercon-podcast!

Struggling with what feels like an overwhelming list of to-dos? WeWork's article, "How to Prioritize Tasks When Everything’s Important," provides a simple but effective method to help you identify, categorize, and plan both the urgent and important tasks on your current to-do list, plus a trick or two to get you moving when you feel stuck!

Want to see if they can help you tackle your to-do's? Check it out at www.wework.com/ideas/professional-development/creativity-culture/how-to-prioritize-tasks!

Looking for a last minute gift for your writing friends? Take a look at this list of "50 Gifts for Writers (That They Actually Need)" by Independent Book Review!

This gift list runs the gamut from affordable to extravagant, quirky to thoughtful, and is chock-full of creative ideas to give your writing friends a little lift this holiday season and into the New Year!

Want to see if the perfect gift is waiting for your friend? Check it out at www. independentbookreview.com/2019/11/25/gifts-for-writers!

Need help finding and connecting with readers? "Finding Your Ideal Audience: A Step-by-Step Guide" by Kate Sullivan at Your Writing Platform will walk you through the process of identifying your ideal reader as she explains how to create your imaginary superfan, survey potential readers, and adjust your writing and publishing plan to meet readers where they are. Kate also shares specific strategies to help you connect!

🕵️🎯 Want to get started? Dive in at www.yourwriterplatform.com/your-ideal-audience!

Need a little help getting started on your non-fiction book? This week, we recommend "7 Steps To Write Your Non-Fiction Book in 2025" on Reedsy Live!

This recorded presentation from Joanna Penn is designed to guide you through the key steps of turning your nonfiction book idea into reality. Whether you want to share your expertise, build your personal brand, or tell a personal story, you’ll learn how to clarify your “why,” identify your target audience, and structure, write, and edit your manuscript. It isn’t just about writing — it highlights how aligning your goals and engaging readers can open new opportunities for your career and creativity.

To watch the presentation, go to blog.reedsy.com/live/write-non-fiction-book-in-2025!

Looking for ways to strengthen and expand your skill as a writer? "21 Ways to Grow as a Writer (Whatever Stage You’re At)" by Ali Luke presents some top-notch ideas to sharpen your writing that span from reading to writing to engaging with others to trying your hand at contests, pitching, and publishing. Ali even includes some helpful tips to boost creativity when you feel stuck in a rut!

To check them out, visit www.aliventures.com/21-ways-to-grow-as-a-writer!

Looking for a little encouragement to help you get started, get through, or get finished with your first draft? "How to Write a First Draft to Discover Your Story" by Just Publishing Advice will help frame your perspective to start and complete a successful first draft. Plus, they include several practical tips to help you get started and ten more to help you keep going when you hit roadblocks along the way!

📑🌟 Want to start gleaning ideas for your first draft? Check them out a www.justpublishingadvice.com/writing-a-first-draft!

If you are interested in ways to grow your connection with God as a writer, journaling can be a wonderful option!

Journaling is the simple practice of regularly writing out the thoughts, prayers, ideas, inspirations, and scriptures that are on your heart and come to mind during your quiet times with God.

If you've been interested in trying journaling for yourself, this wonderful little article "Five Ways to Flourish in Journaling" by Desiring God outlines five tips to make a journaling habit both attainable and sustainable in your life.

Want to see if journaling might be for you? Learn more at www.desiringgod.org/articles/five-ways-to-flourish-in-journaling!

Want to self-edit your book before sending it off to the pros or to your readers? "10 Simple Ways to Edit Your Own Books" by The Write Life is an excellent resource! From what to do before you start to tricks to help as you begin and what to look for on your way through, this post will help your editing journey get off to a strong start!

📑💯 Check it out at  www.thewritelife.com/self-editing-basics! #editing

Want to enlist the help of beta readers to take your story to the next level? The Write Life's "The Ultimate Guide to Working with Beta Readers" outlines the process of working with beta readers from beginning to end. Starting with a a brief description of beta readers and what they do, this guide provides insight and tips on selecting beta readers, preparing your manuscript for them, asking for and implementing feedback, and more!

Want to see how you can prepare for a successful beta reading experience? Get started at www.thewritelife.com/ultimate-guide-to-beta-readers!

Want to take your manuscript to the next level with a professional editor? You can save a significant amount of your editor's time and your money by making your book the best it can be before placing it in your editor's hands.

"Checklist: Preparing to Send Your Manuscript to an Editor" by Kindlepreneur will walk you through the different layers of revisions you can make, how to use beta readers to help you prepare, and how to give your manuscript a final polish it needs to be ready for an editor.

Want to learn more? Get started at www.kindlepreneur.com/manuscript-checklist!

Got questions about finding and working with a professional editor? Check out Jane Friedman's post "The Comprehensive Guide to Finding, Hiring, and Working with an Editor!"

In this article, guest writer Chantel Hamilton will break down the four types of editing to help you identify which kind of editor you need. Then Chantel carefully outlines how to find and choose the right editor for you and what you can expect from that editor as you work together to make your manuscript the best it can be.

Ready to dive in? Visit www.janefriedman.com/comprehensive-guide-to-finding-working-with-editors to get started!

Wondering how to create an author newsletter that will engage your readers? This week, we recommend Jane Friedman’s “Email Newsletters for Authors: Get Started Guide.”

In this article, Jane outlines key guidelines to develop a newsletter strategy for you and your readers. Starting with common newsletter formats and content styles, Jane walks you through the basic steps you’ll need to take to start author newsletter, offering suggestions of popular platforms as well as techniques you can use to grow your email list. Plus she includes helpful tips and tricks to continue improving your newsletter as it starts to grow!

Want to start gleaning insights for you author newsletter? Get started at www.janefriedman.com/email-newsletters-for-authors!

Looking for fresh ideas to market your book? In “150 Book Marketing Ideas for Every Author” by SelfPublishing.com, author Charity Jerop shares 150 different avenues for marketing your book!

Beginning with a brief primer on book marketing and its importance, Charity walks readers a smorgasbord of marketing approaches from building an online presence and leveraging social media and email newsletters, to collaborating with other authors, to investing in “offline” marketing strategies and so much more! Ideas are grouped into helpful categories for easy perusal. Plus, Charity provides many helpful links to related topics so you can dig deeper into areas of marketing that interest you.

📚🌟 Want to get some inspiration for your marketing journey? Get started at www.selfpublishing.com/book-marketing!

Want to collaborate with fellow authors to boost your book sales? “10 Ways Authors Can Collaborate to Sell More Books” by WildMind Creative shares 10 popular strategies for collaborating with other authors to leverage your joint sales and exposure with readers! Not only that, the article provides helpful insights on how to find other authors who may be interested in collaborating and how to make the most of the collaborative process.

Want to see if collaboration might help you? Get started at www.wildmindcreative.com/bookmarketing/10-ways-authors-can-collaborate-to-sell-more-books!

Looking for ways to grow your connection with God in the midst of life's hectic demands? Check out "14 Ways to Stay Connected to God (When You’re Already Busy)" by Helen Rees of Unhurried Space!

Helen begins by providing a simple definition of prayer and meditation - the keys for growing our connection with God - and then outlines 14 creative ideas to help you develop a lifestyle of ongoing conversation with the Lord.

From creative ideas to engage with God to tips for saturating your everyday life with His word, Helen's fourteen ideas to stay connected with God are simple and practical for all ages and stages of life.

To learn more, visit www.unhurriedspace.com/stay-connected-to-god!

Want to create more space in your schedule for writing and other top priorities? This week, we recommend "14 Do’s and Don’ts of Time Management for Writers (from a Recovering Over-Achiever)" by K.M. Weiland!

In this article, Weiland outlines the importance of balance in a writer's life and shares 8 tips to help organize, not just your writing time, but the every day stuff of life that often tries to disrupt our writing plans. Then she outlines 6 time management don'ts to help you avoid a writer's most common time management pitfalls.

Want to get a better handle on your schedule? Learn more at www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/time-management-for-writers!

Wondering if you might need a literary agent? “Do I Need a Literary Agent? Here's How to Decide” by Inkling Creative Strategies offers a helpful description of the role of literary agents, what they do, what they need, and whether or not enlisting one might be right for you and your book.

If you think getting an agent might be the right path for you, they also provides a brief four-point list to help you prepare to begin querying an agent for yourself.

Want to learn more? Visit www.inklingcreative.work/post/do-i-need-a-literary-agent-here-s-how-to-decide!

Want to grow connection and community on your Facebook author page? Hootsuite's "24 simple ways to increase Facebook engagement (free calculator)" shares a wide array of ideas designed to capture your reader's attention and create true engagement. From what kind of content to share, to tips for engaging directly with readers, this article provides plenty of inspiration to get your creative juices flowing! 💻🌟 Learn more at blog.hootsuite.com/facebook-engagement-posts!

Looking for ways to boost your writing motivation? ProWriting Aid’s “Writing Motivation: Proven Tips to Keep the Words Flowing” provides practical ideas to help keep you engaged in your writing process. They even give helpful tips to troubleshoot what's gone wrong when writing feels like a drag instead of a joy.

Still looking for a little extra boost? Consider signing up for ProWritingAid's “Novel November” to join a worldwide community of writers sprinting to complete their novels in the month of November!

📖🌟 Want to get started? Learn more at www.prowritingaid.com/writing-motivation!

Looking for ways to jump start your next work in progress? This week, we recommend Reedsy's 2025 Novel Sprint!

This November, Reedsy is launching their very first month-long challenge to write a 50,000 word novel! If you've been looking for something to boost your motivation, consider joining thousands of other writers to hit your word count goals, and unlock prizes and perks along the way!

Want to see if Novel Sprint can help light a fire under your next project? Learn more at www.reedsy.com/studio/challenges/reedsy-novel-sprint-2025!

Want to connect with other writers? If you've been looking for ways to engage, "Writers Group: How to Build a Fantastic Writing Community” by Sue Weems outlines the importance of consistently engaging in community as creatives and suggests several avenues you can take to create or find a writer group close to you. Already have your eye on a particular group? Sue also provides several keys to help you become a thriving member of any writing community!

👥🌟 Want to find a group that fits you? Get started at www.thewritepractice.com/fantastic-writers-group!

Want to untether from your past and step into the creative freedom God designed you for? You won't want to miss Laurel's Thomas's FREE "Grace to Be Untethered: An Invitation to Dance" session!

In this teaching, you will learn how this invitation to dance is both a unique and personal freedom as a creative. Discover a world of wonder ready to be expressed in words. There’s no need to fear. God's promised we’d never dance/create alone!

Want to go deeper? Grab your copy of Grace for the Writer's Journey for workshop questions that will help you draw out practical application and personal action steps to help you get untethered in YOUR unique writing journey!

Want to maximize your creativity? In “How to Understand and Harness the Power of Your Creativity Cycle,” Helen Rees shares the unique and cyclical nature of the creative process that takes place in every person’s life and describes the five elements of the creative cycle: groundwork, marinating, insights, production, and rest. Then Helen gives eight insightful tips to help you recognize and harness the power of your own creativity cycle!

Want to get started? Jump in at, www.unhurriedspace.com/creativity-cycle!

Looking for ways get your creative juices flowing? In "10 Daily Habits to Spark Your Creativity in Writing,"  Story Forge shares 10 easy habits to incorporate into your daily life that make space for the creative spark. From writing exercises to personal wellness habits, these small steps can generate a big boost in your imaginative output!

10 sound like too many? Consider starting with just one and making it a habit before you add another. Or dabble with two or three to see what exercises suit you!

Ready to supercharge your creativity? Jump in at www.storyforge.com/blog/habits-to-spark-creativity!

Looking for ways get your books in front of your readers? Take a look at "96 Book Marketing Ideas That Actually Work in 2026" by Reedsy!

In this article, Reedsy's Ricardo Fayet will walk you through over 90 book marketing ideas — from the fundamentals to more advanced strategies — so that you can find a strategy that suits you and your story! In fact, identifying two or three primary channels to invest your time (and money) into deliberately is one of the better ways to drive success.

Want to get started on marketing your books? Jump in at www.reedsy.com/blog/book-marketing-ideas!

Want to tackle formatting your next manuscript for print but don’t know where to start? In “How to Format a Book,” Dave Chesson of Kindlepreneur walks you through all the options available for formatting your book, which ones are compatible with which publishing platforms, and what software can help you get there! Even better, Dave then reviews all the little details you need to know to get that genuine publishing-ready look!

From front and back matter to margins and bleeds to font use, this article will help you check all the boxes to create a finished product you are proud to share with the world!

📖📏 Want to learn more? Visit www.kindlepreneur.com/how-to-format-a-book!

Looking for something to spark creativity and strengthen your writing skill? Take a look at "Creative Writing Exercises: 25 Prompts to Spark Your Imagination" by Sudowrite!

In this article, Sudowrite has compiled 25 prompts of all varieties and types that will help you develop your characters, define plot and structure, strengthen character voice, and amp up your world-building skills. These clever and challenging suggestions are a fantastic aid to help you dive deeper into your current work in progress or to simply beef up your writing chops!

Want to try one? Visit www.sudowrite.com/blog/creative-writing-exercises-25-prompts-to-spark-your-imagination!