As a lot of folks dump NaNoWriMo because of their stance on using generative AI, I decided I’m going to start my own challenges. And in October, I am aiming to write 100,000 words. For some, that might sound like a lot.
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Using AutoCrit to Edit My Next Book – The Story So Far
I recently finished the first draft of my next book, which I plan to edit with AutoCrit. So far, it has found a lot of repetition and redundant phrases. That’s actually one of the biggest reasons why I wanted to use AutoCrit in the first place.
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Dealing with Impostor Syndrome Prior to Public Events
On October 20th, 2024, I’ll be attending my first public event as an author. It’s a small event, but it’s still something that is in the public eye. As someone who has struggled with impostor syndrome in the past, this has me slightly anxious.
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Do You Need a College Degree to Be an Author?
A college degree is nice, but is it necessary to be a good author? I suppose that really depends on you and what you’re writing. Some of us will find great value in further education while others can simply wing it and still be successful.
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Writing Realistic Dialogue: 7 Steps to Make Speech Stand Out
One of my favorite compliments while writing a book is how my dialogue “feels real.” I go out of my way to make sure that each line doesn’t make the reader cringe with embarrassment. Well, unless it was on purpose in the story.
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