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Giving feedback is your key to exponential growth
This is why so many people resist giving feedback to others and ignore the constructive criticism they receive?
What To Expect When Hiring a Sensitivity Reader
A definitive guide on when and why you need a sensitivity reader, and how to get the process rolling.
How-to create a pitching strategy and build better bylines
Strategy is the secret sauce that guides your pitching as you connect with editors and build better bylines. Here’s how to create yours.
bell hooks told me to be more selfish next year.
It’s time to stop giving away your efforts and energy to people who don’t deserve it. Here are nine reasons to be more selfish in the new year.
Five simple steps to plan your book so you can write it quickly
This is how you can make a plan for your book to write faster and with less indecision and doubt.
If You Want Better Ideas, Start With 100 Bad Ideas
When it comes to the writing process, getting started and generating new ideas can be the hardest part. Unfortunately, ideas don’t always flow that plentifully, good or bad, thus, coming up with your next bestseller or viral article can require some work and strategy....
How to organize your life with the power of a mindmap
A mindmap is a powerful tool to help focus and organize by creating a visual diagram of your to-do list.
9 Black Female Protagonists Who Teach You How to Develop Character Identity
Character development is a crucial part of storytelling. Here are 9 Black protagonists who can teach you the best ways to develop character.
6 Proactive Actions You Can Take To Let Your Writing Flow
Throughout the writing process, there are times when you feel incapable of finding the words to weave the story. Here are six proactive ways to let your writing flow.
7 Successful Leaders Inspire You With Stories of Failure and Rejection
Here’s why you should embrace failure and rejection — plus, learn this rule of thumb to keep your ego intact throughout the challenging publishing journey.