Truisms: Obvious Truths or Rhetorical Device?

Truisms: Obvious Truths or Rhetorical Device?

Have you heard the phrase “It is what it is”? Or maybe “Actions speak louder than words”? These are truisms—statements so widely accepted as true that they are often considered common sense.  What is a truism? A truism is a statement that is true by...
What are Comp Titles And How Do You Use Them?

What are Comp Titles And How Do You Use Them?

You’ve done the work and finished your book. However, you still need to catch the attention of prospective literary agents and book publishers. Authors use a lot of tricks to give their works a better chance of avoiding a permanent place in the slush pile. A comp...
Substack for Writers: Is It Worth It?

Substack for Writers: Is It Worth It?

Substack, a platform specializing in newsletters, has been gaining plenty of attention in recent years. More specifically, many writers call it the next big thing if you want success and fame. But what’s the reason for this popularity? Are people simply tired of the...