Second Novels

 You'd think once you have one book published it would be easy to write a second one, but that's not always the case.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/the-challenge-of-writing-the-sophomore-novel/

First Lines

 Nailing those first lines in your manuscript is tough, but that's what will draw in your readers.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2022/06/write-a-compelling-first-line/

Sequels

 How do you go about writing a sequel and should you do so?

https://picturebookbuilders.com/2022/06/615285/

Avoiding LGBTQ+ Stereotypes

 You need to people your world with the great diversity of people in the real world, but make sure you don't use they LGBTQ+ stereotypes in doing so.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2022/06/avoiding-stereotypes-in-fiction-lgbtq-characters/

Stage Directions

 We don't need to know your character walked to the door, reached for the knob, twisted it, opened the door, and walked through it, when you can just say the character left the room.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2022/06/avoid-aimless-stage-direction

Character Voice

 We all know each character should have a distinctive voice, but how do you do that?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2022/06/3-ways-to-infuse-character-voice/

Describing Eyes

 When does it further your story to describe eyes--their shape, color, and most importantly, movement?

https://www.goodstorycompany.com/blog/describing-eyes-in-writing?rq=describing%20eyes

Exposition

 Sometimes you need to break the "show, don't tell" rule by using exposition to keep your story moving along.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2022/05/how-to-utilize-exposition-and-context-in-a-novel

Requesting a Blurb

 How do you request a blurb for your book and whom should you ask?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2022/05/the-ins-and-outs-of-blurb-requests/

Prologues

When should you have or not have a prologue for your story?

https://zoemmccarthy.com/writing/__trashed

Picture Book Agents

 Here's a list of agents who represent picture book authors (usually in addition to other categories).

https://frolickingthroughcyberspace.blogspot.com/p/monster-list-of-picture-book-agents.html

Publishing Auctions

 What does it mean if your book goes to auction, and what are the different types?

https://katemckean.substack.com/p/how-auctions-work?s=r

Timelines

 Setting up a timeline of events can be a helpful tool while doing your research.

https://www.nonfiction-ninjas.com/blog/timelines-as-research-tools

Plot vs. Story

 What's the difference between plot and story, and why do you need both?

https://www.janefriedman.com/the-vital-difference-between-plot-and-storyand-why-you-need-both/

Writing Picture Books

 Here are twenty tips if you're writing a picture book.

https://www.leeandlow.com/writers-illustrators/articles/twenty-tips-for-writing-picture-books

Author Visits

 Kids look forward to author visits, so here are some tips to make yours the best it can be.

http://picturebookden.blogspot.com/2022/05/five-tips-for-amazing-author-visit-by.html

Large Cast of Characters

Sometimes your story needs a large number of characters, so you need a way to help your readers differentiate between them.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/large-casts-of-characters/ 

Blurbs

 What to remember, do, avoid, and expect when asking people to endorse (blurb) your book.

Remember, Do, Avoid, and Expect

Author Bios

 You will often be asked to provide an author bio, so you should have ones of different length and focus available.

https://annerallen.com/2021/01/6-online-bios-every-author-needs/

Character Flaws

 All characters are flawed in some way, and here are some tips on how to show that.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2022/05/writing-memorable-character-flaws/

Overused Words

 We all have those words that we us over and over again in our manuscripts, so here's a list to help you find them.

https://larawillard.com/2015/11/17/words-to-delete/#wordlist

Flashbacks

 Ask yourself these four questions before deciding to write a flashback.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2022/05/4-questions-to-ask-when-writing-flashbacks/

Character Descriptions

 How do you let your readers know more about your characters without using cliches like looking in a mirror?

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/11-secrets-to-writing-effective-character-description

Narrative Pacing

 Here are seven steps to help you master the pacing of your story.

https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-master-narrative-pacing#7-tips-for-mastering-pacing-in-your-writing

Library Purchases

 Did you ever wonder how libraries choose which books to add to their collection?

https://writersrumpus.com/2022/05/10/how-do-libraries-choose-books-collection-development-in-public-libraries-an-interview-with-library-director-noelle-boc/

Virtual Book Tours

Here's how to have a book tour without leaving your house.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2021/03/virtual-book-tours-the-basics/ 

Story Endings

 Here are six types of ways to end your story plus seven tips to crafting the perfect ending.

https://blog.reedsy.com/how-to-end-a-story/

Eight-Point Arc

 One way to think about the structure of your novel is through an eight-point arc.

https://thediscerningwriter.wordpress.com/2016/04/27/writing-for-prose-the-eight-point-arc/comment-page-1/

Middle Grade Novels

 One of the most important tips for writing a middle grade novel is to think like children of that age.

https://nybookeditors.com/2019/11/how-to-write-a-middle-grade-novel/

Synopsis

 A powerful synopsis is one of the things that will help sell your novel.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2022/05/how-to-create-a-powerful-synopsis-to-sell-your-novel/