Book editing brings me joy. I love books. I love working with others. So, why not start a company? An update.

Why can't I give my main character a proper name?

Folkways Press founder Hannah Fields joins Kristen's blog for an update on her publishing company, book biz, and her plans for the future.

Investing in your self-published book is investing in your future. If you take the right steps, your book can and will sell.

As a writer, you've probably spent a good deal of time thinking about word choice and narrative style.

Copyediting is an important part of the editing process. But does your book need it? Learn all about copyediting and how it can help you.

Imagine you're reading a story. It could be your own, or maybe it's something written by a favorite author, journalist, or critic. You...

You just typed THE END. But don't press that PUBLISH button yet. Learn why you need an editor to make your story publish perfect.

Folkways Press founder Hannah Fields answers questions about book publishing, her path to Folkways Press, and the future of the industry.

Writers! If you want to get words down and hold yourself accountable, here are five reasons why you should try a writing sprint.

My book review for The Hollow Gods by A.J. Vrana, a debut that weaves together fairy tale, fable, and mystery.

An imaginative, fast-paced Young Adult novel from Parliament House that explores identity, ethics, morality, and love.

This post reviews Richter's new novel, recommended for sci-fi thriller fans or those new to the sci-fi thriller genre.

Why read a book's Acknowledgments? This article gives the answer, and helps you realize that this part might be more of use than nuisance.

My review of Jack Janson & the Storm Caller by Andrew Marsh

My review of new steampunk mystery, The Nightshade Cabal, by Chris Patrick Carolan

An Unholy Magick by Kali Rose Schmidt was a fast-paced, enjoyable new fantasy novel—and it surprisingly featured running! My review here.