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What to leave out when writing a book
Writers often ask me whether they should include photos in their books. (Spoiler alert:...
What are your writing goals for 2026?
Let’s set some goals and actually achieve them Today’s Powerful Story Substack has some...
What is assisted self-publishing?
These days, writers find themselves baffled by the many paths to publication. Once you...
Discover the joy of self-editing
Does anyone care about the craft of writing? If you can call on ChatGPT...
“You should write a book!” (Um, not so fast)
The Chicago Marathon is in a little over two months (61 days to be exact). I...
How to improve your writing? It’s simple, but not easy
When learning, say, the piano, students typically take lessons from someone who knows not...
The Power of Writing Prompts
You’ve been sitting at your desk all day and now you’re feeling a little...
Self-publishing questions? We’ve got answers
It’s March! Spring is in the air—sometimes. After the warmest February on record here...
Self-publishing essentials: Do I need an ISBN?
This is one in an occasional series on the details of self-publishing. Writers considering...


