Resending a Query

 Is it okay to revise a query and resend before hearing back from an agent?

https://katemckean.substack.com/p/is-it-ok-to-revise-and-resend-a-query

Overwritten Opening Scenes

 You don't have to give your readers every bit of backstory in your opening scenes.

http://blog.janicehardy.com/2020/11/5-ways-youre-smothering-your-reader-in.html

Book Launch Prep

 Before your book comes out, make sure you've checked these essential steps.

https://buildbookbuzz.com/5-book-launch-prep-essentials/

Tension

 Here are five ideas of how to up the tension in your story.

https://diymfa.com/writing/5onfri-five-tips-building-tension-scenes

Protagonist's Origin Story

 Sidewriting your main character's origin story gives you insight into character, even if most of the writing doesn't end up in the final manuscript.

Comp Titles

 Reading comparable titles are useful both before you write your book, and also when you query.

https://annerallen.com/2020/10/titles-and-comp-titles-how-to-find-the-best-ones-for-your-book/

Distant Settings

 Here are some tips for writing settings, especially ones you're not as familiar with.

https://killzoneblog.com/2020/10/tips-for-distant-settings.html

Author Brands

 As an author, do you need a brand, and if so, how do you figure out what it is?  

https://annerallen.com/2020/11/branding-101-by-ev-bishop/

Filter Words

 Using filtering words distances your reader from your story.

http://www.publishingcrawl.com/2012/05/21/filter-words/

Common Writing Mistakes

 Here are five common problems to look for when revising.

https://blog.bookbaby.com/2020/10/five-writing-mistakes/