Comp Titles

 How do agents and editors use comp titles?

https://katemckean.substack.com/p/dont-be-dr-frankenstein

MG or YA

 Is your novel upper middle grade or lower young adult?

https://www.deareditor.com/2023/10/is-my-novel-upper-mg-or-lower-ya/

Connected Scenes

 Connected scenes will give your story more emotional depth.

https://janefriedman.com/how-connected-settings-give-your-fiction-emotional-depth/

Character Mannerisms

 You can use backstory wounds to create character mannerisms.

https://janefriedman.com/how-to-create-character-mannerisms-from-backstory-wounds/

Action Scenes

 Good action scenes are all about the characters.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/write-better-action-scenes/

Story Ideas

 How can you tell if your story idea is worth pursuing?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2023/11/how-to-ensure-a-story-idea-is-worth-writing/

Cover Letters

 Check out these suggestions for writing cover letters, pitches, and bios.

https://kathytemean.wordpress.com/2023/10/30/dr-miras-seven-tips-for-writing-cover-letters-pitches-and-bios/

Picture Book Editing

 Here are some hints for editing your picture book.

https://cbiclubhouse.com/try-this-picture-book-editing-checklist

Character Grids

 Using a character grid can help you keep track of your characters.

https://kimharrison.wordpress.com/2019/08/19/character-grid-2/

Newsletters Freebies

 Include freebie offers in your newsletter to encourage people to subscribe.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2023/10/how-to-create-a-fun-freebie-your-newsletter-subscribers-cant-resist/

Rhyming Picture Books

 Writing in rhyme is more than just counting the syllables.

https://picturebookden.blogspot.com/2023/10/six-things-ive-learned-about-rhyming.html

Ableist Tropes

 Watch out in your writing for these common ableist tropes.

https://www.rebekahgienapp.com/ableist-tropes/

Bluesky

 Is it worth joining Bluesky, yet another social media platform?

https://debbieohi.com/2023/09/socialmedia-bluesky/

Page Turns

 What will make a reader want to turn the page in a picture book?

https://groggorg.blogspot.com/2016/04/turn-that-picture-book-page-by-patricia.html

Online Writing Conferences

 How can you determine if an online writing conference is worth the money?

https://writersrumpus.com/2023/09/12/top-5-steps-for-evaluating-online-writing-conferences/

Author Incomes

 A survey from the Authors Guild provides information about the income from writing and associated activities.

https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/93301-author-incomes-post-small-gains.html

Beginnings

 Here are seven tips for crafting beginnings that will hook young readers.

https://kathytemean.wordpress.com/2023/10/16/tips-for-crafting-beginnings-that-hook-young-readers/

Book Publicity

Publicity is the free media exposure your book receives.

https://buildbookbuzz.com/4-book-publicity-facts/

Chapter Books

 How are chapter books different than picture books or middle grades?

https://www.tumblr.com/literaticat/622449862073565184/whats-the-deal-with-chapter-books-they-seem-to

Blurbs

 How do you write a great blurb?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2023/10/how-to-craft-a-top-notch-blurb/

Novels vs. Screenplays

 A novel is different than a screenplay.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2023/10/your-novel-is-not-a-screenplay

Story

 A novel is about the story, not your technical skills.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2023/10/serve-your-story-and-you-wont-go-wrong/

Pre-Orders

 Pre-orders are a vital part of your marketing strategy.

https://www.amarketingexpert.com/2019/08/13/sell-more-books-pre-order-strategies/

Self-Editing

 Here are some tips to use when editing your work.

https://thewritelife.com/self-editing-basics/#.qj4rwzm:sAb7

Mood

 There are many ways to create a mood in your writing.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2023/10/how-to-create-mood-effectively-in-your-fiction/

Plotstorming

 How can you use the plotstorming technique when building scenes in your novel?

https://writerunboxed.com/2020/07/20/plotstorming-technique/

Email Marketing

 Here are some key terms you need to use if you do email marketing.

https://buildbookbuzz.com/email-marketing-glossary-for-authors/

Revisions

 Here are some things to consider when you're revising your manuscript.

https://hughhowey.com/writing-insights-part-three-the-revision-process/

Character-Driven Picture Books

 What are the must-have elements of character-driven picture books?

http://wwwpamcalvert.blogspot.com/2013/07/picture-book-university-character.html

Smartphones in Novels

 How do you prevent a smartphone from easily solving your characters' problems?

https://crimereads.com/phones-mysteries-lauren-munoz/