This spoiler-free book review of The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes dives into everything you need to know about this mystery psychological thriller, including favorite quotes from The House in the Pines, frequently asked questions, a brief synopsis…
10 Best Books for Summer Reading in 2023
I’m always daydreaming about summer books to read and the best summer reads of all time—because, honestly? I tend to find my favorite books in the summer. I can be a seasonal reader, and summer romance books and other cozy,…
24 Best Books for Editors You Need on Your Bookshelf
Editing is often an invisible job. That’s why the best books for editors—on the craft of editing—are interesting for anyone learning about publishing. Authors of editing-related books are lifting the veil on the book editing process, which is pretty mysterious…
8 Tips on How to Read More as a Mom
As a mama to a nine-month-old and a three-year-old, life is hectic. Most of the time, reheating my coffee or brushing my teeth feels like a win (honesty time!!). Learning how to read more as a mom and make time…
Principles of Copy Editing | Inside the Copy Editor’s Job
What’s the point of copy editing? The purpose of copy editing is to point out or fix errors and inconsistencies in a piece of content, from mechanical or topical errors to infelicities of grammar, usage, syntax, and punctuation. Anyone in…
Top 10 Board and Picture Books for Toddlers
Finding the best picture books for toddlers can be overwhelming—there are so many beautiful picture books for toddlers and adults to enjoy, but finding the right books for your child’s age and interests can sometimes be a shot in the…
Book Review: All the Dangerous Things
This spoiler-free book review of All the Dangerous Things by Stacy Willingham highlights everything you need to know about this mystery thriller, including favorite quotes from All the Dangerous Things, frequently asked questions, a brief synopsis, book club discussion questions,…
7 Steps to Writing a Book for Children | Tips from an Editor
This post is all about writing a book for children and the necessary steps it takes to become a children’s book author. I want to start a children’s book. Where do I start? I hear this question a lot as…
Most Anticipated 2023 Releases | My Top “Can’t Wait” Books
Readers everywhere are compiling their most anticipated books of 2023 list, and it’s a little overwhelming. There are so many books I can’t wait to read in 2023, and the book trends for 2023 are looking right up my alley….
How to Plan a Solo Business Retreat in 2023
It’s a new year, and if you’re a freelancer or self-employed (or you plan to launch your business this coming year!), it’s time to start planning now. Entrepreneurs have to make sure they’re regularly casting a vision—one, three, or five…
Author Interview with NYT Bestselling Author Riley Sager
Another No Thanks We’re Booked throwback! Katie and I were so excited to interview Riley Sager, author of Lock Every Door, for episode 39 of the podcast! In the episode, he sheds insight on writing a genre-bending thriller/horror story, how…
Top 9 Proofreading Tips and Techniques
This post is all about professional proofreading tips and techniques to keep your skills sharp. Whether you’re proofreading on-screen or making proofreading marks by hand, these 9 tips will help you succeed as a proofreader. No matter the type of…