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Getting the Details Right: Historical Research for Fiction Authors

Historical research is a critical step for writers of this genre. If you are a regular reader of historical fiction,

Among self-publishing Christian authors, it’s extremely common to capitalize any and all pronouns referring to God. Not only the third-person

If you’ve never worked with an editor before, you may not be familiar with Microsoft Word’s Tracking (or Track Changes)

You’ve finally finished the rough draft of your novel. Congratulations—that’s a huge accomplishment in itself! Now you’re thinking about professional

Note: This article first appeared on the PEN Tips blog on February 19, 2026. Find and Replace seems like a

First things first: What’s a dialogue tag? The term dialogue tag refers to the word attached to a piece of

How to Save Money on Editing For many indie authors, budget is major concern when thinking about hiring an editor.

If you’re a new author or have never worked with an editor before, you probably have a number of questions

Proofreading is the final check of a book prior to publication. In addition to correcting any remaining mechanical issues (e.g.,

Copyediting (also called line editing or mechanical editing) is the process of revising written material to improve readability. A good