If you're thinking of hiring a book editor before you self-publish your novel, choose carefully. Too often these days scammers are leaping out of the shadows to corner well-meaning writers. So how do you separate the good from the scam? Read on to find out.

Author K.P. Knupp is an accomplished writer celebrating her debut novella, The Witch's Curse. Explore her methods, motivations, and publishing experience in this exclusive Q&A.

Here's some insight into why I have chosen the path of a freelance editor (and writer). Part of it has been circumstance, and part of it has been motivation to find purpose in my life and help others succeed.

Finding the right person for your artistic needs is possible if you do your homework and connect. Here are my tips for investing in quality artists for your book's needs.

It's not easy to start a new relationship, but an author-editor partnership is a special one. Together you can make great things happen, and ensure readers are engaged, entertained, and keep reading your work. But freelance editing doesn't mean it should be free. Here are my tips for negotiating with an editor if you're on a tight budget.

Writing a best-selling romance novel is tough work. You have a great idea, fun characters, a memorable meet cute, and a compelling setting, but when you sit down to write the opening lines, you freeze. How do you captivate an audience with one sentence?

Writing and editing must work together in order to craft a great book. Here are some tips about making the most out of the editing process in your writing journey.

Finding an editor for your book sounds like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. Here are my tips to help authors choose the right professional to make their book shine.

Writers and pets go hand in hand. To make sure you have your pets' interest in mind, style your writing space with pet-friendly touches.

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.

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

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.