This woman asked if she was a jerk to call a friend’s proposal disrespectful.

Writing a novel is a daunting task, one that requires a great deal of discipline, creativity, and attention to detail. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, having a checklist can help keep you organized and focused throughout the writing process. Here's a basic checklist for writing a book: Idea: Develop a clear…

your book might not go through every single one of these stages, but if you want your book to go through the complete writing process, then follow these 13 steps.

*furiously takes notes*

Writing a novel synopsis is an important part of the publishing journey, and it is no easy task. From the article ‘Writing An Effective Novel Synopsis’, we can find a clear guide to writing your book’s synopsis so that agents and publishers can get a dose of what you have to offer. These dos and don’ts will help you write the best novel synopsis possible that will help get you published!

A behind-the-scenes look at Louisa Deasey's first book deal for a traditionally published memoir.