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13 Alternatives to Microsoft Word (Some are Free)
Microsoft Word has been a reliable computer program for as long as most of us can probably remember—starting way back when computers first came onto the mainstream scene. Word is a great program, but has it become more of a habit rather than the most efficient...
Best Military History Books of 2020
History editor David Alan shares his favorite history books of 2021
2020’s Best in Indie Fantasy Books
L. James Rice, award winning author of the Sundering the Gods series writes about the best fantasy books of 2020.
Inspiring 12 Young Adult Books of 2020
Editor Stacy Donovan loves a good young adult book. Here are 12 of her favorites from 2020.
11 Great Mystery & Romantic Suspense Novels
Looking for something new to read? Sometimes it can be hard to choose, so we asked award winning Author Helen Starbuck to share some of her favorite books she read in 2020.
Q&A with Jorg Wijnen, Author and Dietician
Marie Valentine interviews clinical dietitian and author Jorg Wijnen about his new book, Immunity Hi, Virus Bye-Bye.
The “Big 5” Trade Publishers and Their Imprints
Here’s a look at the most current breakdown of the major publishing houses, their notable imprints, and a brief history of how they came to be and where they are now.
Editing in the Age of COVID-19
I write this from the safety of my home, where I am sheltering in place under orders from my county and the California governor. I live in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Tips for Writing Memoirs
Memoir is one of the most popular genres among first-time writers. What story does one know more intimately than one’s own life? Still, writers who tackle memoirs often do so on the mistaken assumption that such a text might be straightforward and simple because it...
How to Get the Most from Your 7 Kindle Keywords
What to Know About Amazon Keywords for Books
How can you get chose the best Kindle keywords when you publish your book ? It’s not just about finding the most searched Amazon book keywords.
Writing Query Letters and Book Proposals
The published writers and professional book editors at Book Editing Associates can help you write or revise query letters for both fiction and nonfiction books. Don’t wing it with something so important. You’ll never have another chance to make a first impression. If you believe in your book, give it the very best shot by working with experts in the field.
6 Best Young Adult Books Of 2019 … Second Round
If you’re anything like me you want more – more fresh and fascinating Young Adult fiction. Here I pick up where I left off in early spring with my first round of this year’s favorite titles.
Best Book-to-Screen Adaptations of 2019
One editor’s take on what makes novels-to-film engaging, with top new picks for literary movie fans. Her picks for best book-to-screeen (big or small) adaptations:
We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson (Netflix 2019)
Native Son by Richard Wright (HBO 2019)
Catch-22 by Joseph Heller (Hulu 2019)
A Dog’s Journey by Bruce Cameron (In theaters 2019)
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt (In theaters 2019)
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz (In theaters 2019)
It: Chapter 2 by Stephen King (In theaters 2019)
Motherless Brooklyn by Jonathan Lethem (In theaters Nov. 2019)
A Million Little Pieces by James Frey (In theaters Dec. 2019)
Top 10 YA Paranormal Romance Tropes of 2019
In the YA paranormal, sci-fi, and fantasy romance arenas, the books selling the most share a number of things in common. Here is a breakdown of the top 10 tropes:
A Self-Publishing Tale: Part 3. Production Details. Layout and Design.
Part 3: Having accomplished the initial tasks required to republish my novel, it was time to get going on book production.
