A literary agent can open doors—but not every door is worth walking through. Learn how to choose what’s right for you. Here’s the lay of the land: if you want to publish with the big New York houses (think Penguin Random House and friends) or the prestige imprints that feed them, a literary agent is […]
Understanding Your Publishing Contract: Key Clauses to Know
Your publishing contract isn’t just paperwork—it’s your career on paper. Here’s how to understand every line. Nothing kills the thrill of a book deal faster than a 12-page publishing contract written in legalese and mild threats. But this is the document that decides who owns what, who gets paid what, and who’s allowed to do […]
The Ultimate Guide to Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing
Everything you need to master Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing—from setup to sales strategies that turn first-time authors into full-time earners. There was a time when publishing a book meant begging for gatekeepers’ approval. Now, it means logging into a dashboard. Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) didn’t just change the rules—it burned the rulebook and handed […]
Make a Living Writing: 12 Ways to Get Paid to Write in 2026
Getting paid to write isn’t a fantasy—it’s a formula. Here’s how modern writers are turning skill into stability in 2026. There’s a strange moment every writer hits—the one where you realize people might actually pay you for this. The sentences you sweat over, the stories you daydream about, the research rabbit holes you disappear into? […]
The 8 Best Writer Website Styles to Inspire Your Next Redesign
The smartest writer websites do more than display portfolios—they tell a story. Explore eight website styles that attract clients and define your voice. Most writers have websites that look like they were last updated the day they swore they’d start a newsletter. You know the type: outdated headshot, broken links, a blog that ended mid-sentence […]