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Why You Should Be Thinking About Conventions of Your Genre
It’s so often said that it’s become a cliché: authors should be readers first. While not always true, there is a kernel of truth in the idea

Martha Chargot
Jul 5, 20224 min read


A Peek into My Developmental Editing Process
t’s good for you to know not just what you’ll receive but also what goes into that final product. For me, that usually means at least...

Martha Chargot
Jun 14, 20225 min read


25 Common Crutch Words and Strategies to Overcome Them
They help you limp along the page, but they’re not doing you any favors. Each has their time and place, so I’m not suggesting you cut...

Martha Chargot
Jun 7, 20224 min read


The 5 Types of Writer’s Block and How to Overcome Them
Writer’s block is the number one complaint I hear about when working with an author as their book coach...

Martha Chargot
Apr 26, 20224 min read


5 Things a Scene Needs for an Unputdownable Reader Experience
Finding success in writing for many is the torturous enjoyment and catharsis that the writing process brings. But publishing success is..

Martha Chargot
Mar 15, 20223 min read


What Can an Indie Editor Do for My Book?
We’re here to give you an overview of the kinds of outcomes you can expect when working with an independent editor...

Martha Chargot
Mar 1, 20223 min read


Showing v. Telling: When Should Writers Summarize?
Everyone is always saying, “Show. Don’t tell.” But is that really always true?

Martha Chargot
Feb 15, 20223 min read


How to Fix a Second Act that Drags Ass
Your second act should be something for readers to just get through. There are ways to write one that’s enticing...

Martha Chargot
Jan 18, 20224 min read
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