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Natasha Khullar Relph

What is Literary Fiction? 11 Tips for Writing in this Genre

by Natasha Khullar Relph

Pile of mail and soft candlelight, evoking the mood of literary fiction.

Plot-light doesn’t mean boring. Literary fiction is where theme and character shine—if you know how to wield them. Literary fiction isn’t just about telling a story—it’s about exploring the depth of human experience, making readers feel, think, and question. It’s the genre that dives into the intricacies of characters’ minds, their flaws, their triumphs, and […]

How to Publish a Book in 2025

by Natasha Khullar Relph

Pink-haired writer looks at her screen, mapping out how to publish a book.

Publishing has changed—and so have your options. Here’s how to publish a book this year without wasting time, energy, or your shot. You’ve finished writing your book—congratulations! Now comes the next big challenge: getting it published. Whether you dream of seeing your book in a bookstore window or want full control over your creative journey, […]

How to Edit a Book: 7 Steps for Self-Editing Your Manuscript

by Natasha Khullar Relph

Portable office for anyone figuring out how to edit a book on the go.

Editing isn’t “where the magic happens.” It’s where your draft gets gutted and rebuilt. Here’s how to survive it—and make the book better. So, you’ve finished your first draft. The excitement of typing “The End” is still fresh, but now the real work begins—editing. The editing process is where your story transforms from a rough […]

How to Silence Your Inner Critic

by Natasha Khullar Relph

A woman reading at a table surrounded by plants, deep in thought as her inner critic lingers in the background.

The inner critic shows up loudest when the work matters most. Here’s how to quiet the voice, stay focused, and get the words down anyway. That voice in your head? The one that tells you your work isn’t good enough, your ideas are silly, or that you should just give up and stick to something […]

How to Write Better: 10 Ways To Improve Your Writing

by Natasha Khullar Relph

Hands poised over a spiral notebook, focusing on how to write better one line at a time.

If your writing feels boring, you might just be stuck in safe mode. Here’s how to write better with more bite, more clarity, and way fewer wasted words. Writing is like baking a cake—anyone can do it, but not everyone does it well. Whether it’s a business email, a LinkedIn post, or your future bestseller, […]

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