by Yen Cabag
They say that the best way to learn how to write is just to buckle yourself into your seat and start writing; but the second-best way is to read other people’s work. If you’re a writer taking a break, reading others’ stories can help give you a new outlook on...
by Yen Cabag
The English language can be really tricky, especially with words that are almost identical. For example, how do you know when to use “beside” and when to use “besides”? Here are some basic explanations to help you understand the difference. What Is the...
by Yen Cabag
E-commerce and ebooks have changed the landscape for book sales and publishing. Gone are the days when avid readers would spend hours browsing a bookstore, and kids would come weekly for story readings. Now, all you need to do is scroll through a page on Amazon,...
by Yen Cabag
One of the greatest challenges of writing a novel is getting your characters into three-dimensional form. When you read a book and the characters are realistic, you can almost feel as if you know them in real life. On the other hand, we have trouble relating to...
by Yen Cabag
The best stories capture our imagination from the very start until we turn the last page. Readers get lost in the story, eager to know what happens next. How do writers do that? One of the ways that writers are able to keep readers’ interest is by using rising...
