Resources, inspiration, and advice to help make your manuscript or publishing project the best it can be.
Traditional, and self-publishing both have their pros and cons. Really, the choice between traditional and self-publishing is now up to the author, and depends on goals of the project!
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Read MoreWhen writing dialogue, there are some specific punctuation rules that govern how we write about people talking.
Read MoreThe acknowledgments page of a book gives the author a chance to thank all the people who made it possible. While it is not required, most authors choose to include one (it’s a nice thing to do!).
Read MoreYour manuscript is done. Months, if not years, of writing has come to an end. It is an incredibly exciting feeling (and you should celebrate!), but with finishing writing comes the looming question: what happens next. Inspira provides a manuscript evaluation where we let you know where your manuscript is as far as quality of writing and “publishability"—along with an assessment of what it needs to bring it up to high-quality publishing standards.
Read MoreThe tone of your writing, the attitude or feeling the language evokes regarding the subject matter, can greatly shape the readers perception of the work as a whole.
Read MoreDr. King is a legend in history because he dared to dream not simply of a slow march towards justice, but of justice and equality today. We may not be able to equate or compare any of our dreams to the famous speech by Dr. King; however, we can be inspired by his bravery. In the face of hundreds of years of history and opposition, he spoke up and spoke out—and he acted.
Read MoreHere we are at the end of 2020, and I have to say that I’m glad to see it disappear in the rearview mirror. That being said, despite its many trials and tribulations, for Inspira, 2020 held some notable high points worth celebrating!
Read MoreAll of us have a “tribe,” a group of people who look to us for direction, insight, wisdom, authority, or “how to” on a particular topic. Whatever the size and scope of your sphere, these are people for whom you are uniquely positioned with something to offer. This is why your book, no matter what the topic, will have something unique to offer your particular tribe.
Read MoreIt’s National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo for short). This annual month-long writing challenge is one of the most popular and productive writing events in the world. It is a fantastic opportunity for writers of all skill and experience levels to put their determination to the test, and see if they can write a small novel, or 50,000 words, in 30 days.
Read MoreWhen writing fiction, as authors, we want to make our characters as convincing as possible. We need to be able to portray the appearance, voice, and personality in such a way that our readers absolutely feel like they are real. Here are our top tips for writing compelling and believable characters in your fiction writing.
Read MoreIf you are looking for a productive outlet there is always something you can be working on! Here is a list of things to work on when you need a break from writing, but still want to work on your manuscript.
Read MoreMapping out a manuscript simply means going through the book and writing the titles of every chapter, section, heading, and subheading, and noting how many words are in each section. Putting away the actual words of the story and looking at the novel in this condensed structure allows you to step back and gain a new perspective.
Read MoreThe Benefits of Writing Groups: Writing can be a lonely endeavor. One way to help counter this feeling of loneliness is to join a writing group.
Read MoreReading is one of the best uses of time for a writer at any level, or in any genre. It is the foundation of the entire craft.
Read MoreKeeping a Writer’s Notebook allows you to write your thoughts down so you don’t lose them. Don’t rely on your brain to remember them later; take five seconds to jot it down.
Read MoreAs much as we hate to admit it, we can all agree that, unfortunately, the effects of the coronavirus pandemic are lasting longer than we thought. However, although the times are heavy, we can still look for the silver linings, and one of them is more time to write and perfect our craft. Here are the ways we recommend you make the most of this opportunity to build your writing skills and produce unique work:
Read MoreYou’ll never make your book better by sitting around thinking wistfully about what it might be like one day. There is no substitute for actually writing. Here are some tangible methods to help get you in front of the keyboard more regularly.
Read MoreHave you ever heard the story of the concert pianist who never played the piano? I didn’t think so. Yet time and time again I hear from aspiring authors who are too paralyzed by self-doubt to actually write.
We understand the rigors of mastering an instrument, the countless hours of practice that are required. We understand that early on, the music will be rough, notes will be missed, and ears will be covered. But that is to be expected; it is part of the process. And yet somehow, many people expect something else entirely from writing.
Read MoreAt Inspira, we firmly believe that everyone has in them a life-giving story. We’ve made it our mission to help people get their stories and messages into print and into the world. And if that message has the power to actually help change the world? All the better! Becoming DADS, by Marvin Charles, is just such a project.
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