I’m with the Banned: Censorship, Suppression, and Speaking Out

Five excellent reads for those looking for education, catharsis, or conversation about the history and current state of American censorship and free speech. The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage by Jonathan Turley: If the First Amendment of the U.S....
The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlet

The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlet

Book Review We are excited to share an inspiring book with you: The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett. While it’s not geared toward writers, we think Bartlett’s book is applicable to all creatives. He shares tons of valuable lessons about creativity, consistency,...
Romantasy Revisited: Focusing on Tropes

Romantasy Revisited: Focusing on Tropes

In a previous blog post, I offered Tips on Writing a Romantasy. In this blog post, I would like to hone in on tropes—what they are, how to best incorporate them into your novels, and examples of popular tropes (some of which I touched upon last time and some that are...
Becoming A Better Reader

Becoming A Better Reader

Learning from a longtime English professor how to read with more clarity, insight, and truth. After twenty-one years of experience as an English professor in Michigan, Thomas C. Foster turned his attention to writing—to teach readers how to build on their reading...
Understanding Interior Page Design and Formatting

Understanding Interior Page Design and Formatting

So, you’re ready to publish your book! Now, whether you’re a first-time author or a seasoned veteran, you want the interior pages of your book to look professional and polished. There are of course countless online resources offering advice on this subject — but look...