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May 23rd, 2025
Memorable characters are the bread and butter of any great story. In this post, Jena Brown will walk you through her 7 key steps to building a character's personality.
Read Column →April 29th, 2025
Nothing like a bit of discourse in the morning. In this essay, Brian McGackin shares his thoughts on whether AI will come to replace writers (and more specifically, to what extent).
Read Column →April 28th, 2025
Cover designer Derek Murphy is here with 7 key tips on cover design — along with what not to do on your DIY cover.
Read Column →April 2nd, 2025
Unsure how to format the manuscript for your children's book? Don't worry — we've got you covered with this step-by-step guide, featuring some examples from contemporary children's books.
Read Column →March 31st, 2025
The first step to writing a novel is outlining it — which is exactly what Jena Brown will help you do today. Here's how to outline a book in 7 key steps.
Read Column →March 13th, 2025
Consider these 5 key factors before choosing whether to self-publish your book or seek to land a deal with a publisher.
Read Column →March 12th, 2025
A close look at what types of jobs are available in publishing and tips on how to get into this competitive industry.
Read Column →March 11th, 2025
This week's CTC ushers in some classic cozy mystery vibes, in the form of Agatha Christie's very first novel: The Mysterious Affair at Styles.
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