As part of my series of author interviews, I’ve caught up with Katherine Macdonald, self-published author of nine books.

When looking for the right copy-editor for your manuscript, a sample edit is an excellent tool.

Are you forever confused by whether to use lie, lay, laid or lain? Here's a handy guide to help untangle the mess!

Beta readers are one of the most valuable resources in any writer’s arsenal, and here's why.

Let 2021 be the year you get your writing out there. Here are 21 writing competitions to enter.

Everyone has an opinion on the *right* way to start a story. Here, I look at the layers behind all that... advice.

Writing a synopsis is daunting, so here are some tips on what to include and how to format correctly.

In an industry where authors earn so little, it can be tricky to decide whether paying for a copy-editor is worthwhile. So... is it?

You've picked out your agents, now you need to write your query letter. Here are some dos and don'ts.