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When should you use apostrophes with omitted letters and possessives? Which way should they face? A few simple rules will help you use apostrophes with confidence.

Have you ever been confused about how to use or conjugate lay and lie? Mix-ups between these verbs is common, but with a few simple tips, you can always feel confident in your word choice.

Are you sometimes a little unsure when it’s appropriate to use colons? Here is a list of instances when a colon might be just what you need.

So you have an eccentric uncle or a family secret that is just too good NOT to write about. After all, you know them best, and you won’t have to spend time making up the juicy details. But should you write about family and other loved ones in your fiction? Or should you steer clear?

Writing about family can be extremely rewarding and can take you on an intimate trip of self-discovery. Here are some tips to help you navigate the important family stories you want to tell.

Are you struggling to craft the perfect hero or heroine? Or are you almost there but need a little help to flesh out the character and make him or her real? Check out these ideas!

Box sets are an easy way to sell more books and add another stream of revenue. Why are box sets effective and how are they a win for both readers and authors? Let’s take a look.

With our addition of elements and elements, you can better target an audience that is looking for certain content, regardless of genre.

As an author, how should you format your manuscript to make it easier (and cheaper) for editors and designers? Read on to find out.

A lot of authors don’t have a newsletter, but author newsletters are an incredibly useful tool. Having a newsletter can be the very best way to reach more readers and sell more books.

If your book has been accepted for a retailer book promotion, you may be wondering what’s next! Here’s what you can expect with your ebook promotion at Book Cave.

All authors need a good book editor to look over their novels. To make sure you’ve found the right editor, try asking the editor these 8 questions!

There is a lot more to history than just the main setting where the story is taking place. To give a satisfying and complete picture of an era, a writer can use historical events from the headlines, food, music, fashions, weather, and more.

Inspiration for your next book can be one of the hardest things to find. But you don’t have to wait for your muse to hit you over the head with a bestselling idea. Here are some ideas to help you actively search for your next story.

What is the difference between self-publishing and traditional publishing? Here’s a comparison of the two ends of the publishing spectrum. Which is right for you?

If you use back matter in your published books correctly, you can go on to sell more books. So how do you use back matter effectively? Here are some ideas!

Do you have a strong writing voice? If you’re working on developing or finding your writing voice, or just want to clarify and make it stronger, here are 10 steps to get you there.

Facebook ads can be a great way to get your books in front of new readers and make more sales. While Facebooks ads aren’t easy to run effectively—they require periodic tweaking, refining, optimization, and refreshing—they also don’t take a lot of extra time.

If you are a full-time author or even just beginning to make money on your writing, then you should be treating your writing as a business! Check out these tips to get you started.