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✨ Wendy Holden on what she’s learned upon publishing her twentieth book; the lowdown on embracing critique; and why that literary agent…
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✨The Celebrants author Steven Rowley's top writing tips; the do's and dont's of writing characters of colour; a querying author spills all
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3 ways to beat imposter syndrome; 13 authors on success, failure, and everything in between; author platform 101: do you really need one and…
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The biggest mistake new writers make and how to avoid it, the secret sauce to keep your readers turning the pages
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Hard truths (and sage advice) from a NYT-bestselling author, 5 ways to elevate your writing today, how to navigate the messiness of art and…
✨ Plus, a book publicist spills on how you can prep for publicity success ✨
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Advice for emerging authors, 5 surefire ways to clear the cobwebs, 2023 publishing forecast & more!
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