Since nonfiction writers do more than write, they also need a toolbox filled with a variety of tools that help them do their jobs. Today Emmanuel Nataf (@EmmanuelNataf), co-founder of Reedsy, discusses his top five tools to help authors through the publishing process. Nonfiction writers aren’t just writers. We’re researchers, diving deeply into our subject areas; we’re teachers, sharing—or trying…
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Writing is a solo endeavor, but you don’t have to spend all your time alone to succeed as a nonfiction writer. Nor do you have to feel isolated in your “lonely writer’s garret” to be productive or improve your craft. In fact, becoming part of a writers’ group or community can provide you with just the inspiration and support you…
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For many people, writing is a job or career. It’s a task you do that leads to authorship. But for others, it’s something quite different. Writing is a spiritual practice that leads to a spiritual experience. Today, Jordan Rosenfeld (@JordanRosenfeld), novelist, nonfiction author, and freelance journalist, gives us a very personal look at the spiritual elements she finds while practicing…
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Developing a habit—any habit—is tough. A daily writing habit? Just as hard, if not harder. But you can learn to write consistently every day (yes, EVERY day) even if you have very little time. In this post, Mary Jaksch (@Mary_Jaksch), editor-in-chief of WritetoDone.com, offers a quick and simple way in which anyone can establish a daily writing practice. You dream…
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Have you ever looked at the beginning of a nonfiction book? A variety of pages preceed the first chapter, but does your book need or want to include them all? Today, Jay Artale (@BirdsOAFpress), a digital nomad and full-time writer and blogger, takes a close look at each type of front matter to help you decide. Are you confused about…
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