Short stories are anything between 1,000 to 10,000 words in length. Although this line is often muddied and some will say short stories are not longer than 7,500 words. There…
The average reader magnet length is between 5,000 and 25,000 words. This brings the average reader magnet length to around 15,000 words. If you decide to make a short story,…
Yes, you can make money writing fiction on Medium. However, this platform is generally more lucrative for nonfiction writers. Other platforms like Amazon’s KDP, Amazon Vella, and Radish, are better…
If you’re an author of any kind, I’m sure you’ve heard it at least 100 times: Your money is in your list. Or at least something similar. It is true,…
An author’s mailing list is as close to magic as there is in our modern world. It’s also a tool that can be used strategically to boost sales and keep…
While many of us writers like to hide behind the words, a major point of our success (or failure) lies in how we market ourselves. Creating consistent branding is one…
The first step to creating an author website is to select a domain name. This isn’t a decision you want to take lightly but it is an important one you…
Yes, at the time of writing, writers on Wattpad can get paid for their work. But, there’s a catch. (Isn’t there always?) Wattpad started as a platform for writers to…
How to Come Up with Character Names Websites for name generation and tips for finding the best fit for your character. Naming your characters, especially your protagonist has a significant,…