There is something mysterious about a book that was written under a nom de plume, or pen name. For whatever reason, the author using a pen name has made the decision to keep his or her true identity hidden. Can you publish a book anonymously? Yes, absolutely! There...
Your masterpiece is finally completed! After pouring your heart and soul into your first foray into authorship, you are ready to embark on the self-publishing journey. So, now the big question that looms before you: paperback vs. hardcover? Hardcover books are still...
There is simply no disputing the enduring popularity of the romance genre, and young adult romance is no exception. Since at least the 1950s, when bobby socks-wearing teens discovered young love at the soda fountain, young adult romance books have steadily climbed to...
Every story needs a good, juicy conflict — something that propels the narrative and keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. To create conflict, clever authors understand the power of inserting a villain to play the role of the story’s antagonist. For centuries,...
For all the books we may have read during our lifetimes, we probably haven’t paid much attention to the actual parts that, collectively, comprise the interior content of books. From the title page that launches the front matter to the index or bibliography that...
1. When did you first know you wanted to be a writer? Actually, that story is in my book, Francois. My mom told me I had a knack for it when I was in sixth grade. By sophomore year of high school, I thought I ought to take writing seriously if I wanted to have any...
