This month's blog is about something I had only put general thought toward as I was going through the publishing process, but it's practical tip.

I'm excited to talk about cover design!

Let's start with the basics: what is a beta reader? A beta reader is a casual reader—not a writing professional—who will view your work before publishing with the intent of providing honest feedback.

I keep getting asked this very important question, so I'm going to do my best to answer but without giving up spoilers!

My high school English teacher used to tell me that I needed to plan out my writing projects. I always knew planning wasn't my style but for a long time, I believed planning was the proper and only way to write.

So you wrote a book! Congratulations! It's no easy feat to write a book. Give yourself a pat on the back, have a night out, treat yourself. Whatever you do to celebrate.

Welcome to my Blog Series! There are a lot of “firsts” in this one—first website, first blog, first book!