Poetry Books

 How do you turn your collection of poems into a book?

https://kidlitsurvivalguide.substack.com/p/the-swag-update

Swag

 What are some good ideas for book marketing swag.

https://kidlitsurvivalguide.substack.com/p/the-swag-update

First Five Pages

 Make sure your first five pages are extra sparkly to catch the eyes of an agent.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/09/how-to-polish-your-first-5-pages-for-agents/

Flattering Emails Scam

 Chances are those flattering emails you receive about your book are a scam.

https://annerallen.com/2025/09/those-flattering-emails-filling-your-inbox-an-ai-scam/

Voice vs. Tone

 What's the difference between voice and tone, and why does it matter?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/voice-vs-tone-whats-the-difference-and-why-it-matters/

Picture Books and the Three-Act Structure

 Yes, picture books can also benefit from a three-act structure.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/three-act-structure-for-picture-books-yes-it-exists/

Best Websites for Writers

 From Writers Digest, here's a list of the best websites for writers.

https://www.writersdigest.com/writers-digest-101-best-websites-for-writers

Critique Checklist

 Using a critique checklist can make your notes on your own or someone else's manuscript more useful.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2013/06/using-a-critique-checklist-or-how-not-to-look-like-a-twit/

Middle-Grade Novels

 Here are some hints for writing a middle-grade novel.

https://www.right-writing.com/middle-grade.html

Creative Guides

 How can you use mentor texts as creative guides?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/09/dissecting-creative-guides/