Don’t Make These First Time Fiction Writing Mistakes
Some people assume writing fiction is easy because you can make it up as you go along and go in any direction. However, in reality, [...]
What are Beta Readers and Why are They Important?
When you've completed your book manuscript, one of the first things you should do is find a few beta readers. These readers review your manuscript [...]
Uplifting Fiction’s Genre Crossing Appeal
Bookstores and websites often break fiction down into genres such as Mystery, Historical, and Romance. A newer class is Uplifting Fiction. Uplifting fiction is a [...]
Silencing Your Inner Critic: Gaining Confidence in Your Writing Ability
All writers experience moments when their inner critic whispers discouragement. You’ll never finish this book. Your writing isn’t that good. No one wants to read [...]
First Time Non-Fiction Writing Mistakes
Writing non-fiction is challenging. You can't change the facts or go off in a different direction because you aren't making up the story. Capturing your [...]
Has Your Novel Lost Its Way? Common Novel Writing Problems
Writing a novel is heady stuff. You may have had the entire story mapped out in your mind, or you may have started with just [...]
A Dudley Court Press Publishing Success Story
There are many publishing success stories at Dudley Court Press, but one that we're most pleased with is the story of Lee Albert, NMT. Before [...]
Grammar Help for Writers: Five Great Resources
Some famous authors admit they aren’t great at the nuts and bolts of grammar. It’s not uncommon to be able to capture a mood, convey [...]
Book Reviews: Sharing Your Perspective with Others
Book reviews are often what guide readers to the next book they read. Some book reviews are more helpful than others, and learning to [...]
The Quest for Writing Topics
You love to write. Putting words on the page satisfies you in many ways, but sometimes you grasp for topics. If you've run into a [...]