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Stephanie Shiflett

From NaNoWriMo to Novel: Navigating the Creative Marathon and Beyond

From NaNoWriMo to Novel: Navigating the Creative Marathon and Beyond

“Write first! Ask questions later!”  –Chris Baty, NaNoWriMo founder National Novel Writing Month, affectionately known as NaNoWriMo, is an annual event that brings together writers from around the world with a shared goal: to write a 50,000-word novel in the span of a...

Exploring Alternatives to Amazon Self-Publishing

Exploring Alternatives to Amazon Self-Publishing

Self-publishing has revolutionized the world of fiction, empowering authors to share their stories with a global audience without the need for traditional publishing houses. Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) has long been a go-to platform for self-published...

Decoding the Differences Among Middle Grade, YA, and NA Fiction

Decoding the Differences Among Middle Grade, YA, and NA Fiction

In the vast landscape of fiction, novels cater to readers of all ages, interests, and maturity levels. In this blog post, I will unravel the differences between Middle Grade, Young Adult (YA), and New Adult (NA) fiction. The Differences Among Middle Grade, YA, and NA...

Pros and Cons of Traditional vs. Self-Publishing

Pros and Cons of Traditional vs. Self-Publishing

What are the pros and cons of traditional vs. self-publishing? In the ever-evolving landscape of the publishing industry, aspiring authors face a pivotal decision when it comes to bringing their hard work into the hands of readers. Traditional Publishing Traditional...