Posted on November 17, 2025 at 12:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek
The publishing experts we follow have plenty of craft and mindset advice to offer.
Here are the ones that we thought were can't-miss for our authors:
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Microtension is a must in your fiction: C.S. Lakin helps you understand what microtension is as well as why your story needs it (Live Write Thrive).
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Why farm for jokes?: Television writer and author Elliott Kalan shares his three-step process for "farming" for jokes (Writer's Digest).
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Should authors read their own book reviews?: Author Susan Wands describes her experience looking at reviews of her published books — both paid and unpaid — and offers suggestions on when and why you might want to do the same (Women Writers, Women's Books).
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Reflections on inspiration and recognition: Author Juliet Marillier wonders what is the most valuable form of recognition for her fellow writers (Writer Unboxed).
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