Author Blog

Your author website is an important tool to connect with readers and to convert readers into fans. In this post, we bring to you examples of websites that are appealing and are effective at getting readers to stay on the page, sign up to learn more, and buy more books!

Many readers won’t buy your book without a few reviews. But how can you get more reviews for your ebook?

To write believable, realistic characters, you first need to know them. Here are some questions you can “ask” the main characters in your books to get to know them better!

Do you need a way to create cool images for your blog or social media? Create images for any occasion with this easy program that everyone can use.

Check out this list of marketing ideas that don’t take a lot of effort but may be things you’ve never tried.

Every author should give the Microsoft Word Text-to-Speech feature a try as they fine-tune their manuscripts. When you listen to your book aloud, your ears will find many errors, repetitive words, and even plot flaws that your eyes (and the eyes of others) have often missed.

When recounting events, “then” is a weak transition. Try eliminating “then” with specific references to time or location, or by listing characteristics. The excessive use of “then” can quickly become repetitive and is a lazy way of showing sequences of events.

To use or not to use a semicolon? Become a semicolon master with these 5 quick tips.

Enjoy these Christmas quotes to help get you in the holiday spirit!

Are there instances when using “me” instead of “I” is correct? Yes, there are. And the rules are actually very simple, yet too many people, even authors, are still making this mistake. Let’s take a look.

Most of us are familiar with the screenshot button on our keyboards, but what if you want only a small part of the screen? What you need is a free screenshot tool to make your life easier.

So you have an ebook promotion coming up with My Book Cave. Here are a few important tips to make the most of your promotion.

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.