Professional book interiors require more than software. Typesetting is the arrangement of text and images for publication, commonly known as formatting. It’s an art form that requires knowledge and experience. Software applications like Word, Vellum, and Amazon’s Kindle Create do offer indie publishers DIY alternatives, but even the best ones don’t prevent mistakes. If youContinueContinue reading “10 Common Formatting Mistakes”
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Preparing for Anything
Are you a planner? Occasionally, I lose myself to planning and organizing. It isn’t something I’d include on a list of of things I like to do. But there’s a certain level of comfort and contentment that comes because of it. Its quiet joy instills the feeling of knowing what’s expected and excitement for what’sContinueContinue reading “Preparing for Anything”
A Prayer for All
Will you join me in prayer today? I am a follower of Christ first. I strive to follow His lead: to honor God’s commands, to love even those who hate me, and to share the gospel—the story of Christ and His sacrifice in order that all might be saved. But I am also still human.ContinueContinue reading “A Prayer for All”
INKTOBER: Rip
October is INKTOBER! INKTOBER is a drawing prompt challenge that takes place during the entire month of October—just for fun. Look for a drawing and a story each Friday. Are you INKTOBER-ING? Drop a line in the comments about where you’re sharing your INKTOBER prompts. Today’s Prompt: Rip Super Dumpty Origin Story Discover SCBWI Bookstop! Every yearContinueContinue reading “INKTOBER: Rip”
The Story Behind M.L. Tarpley’s “Maylie and the Maze”
K.A.:M.L. Tarpley is on the blog today talking about her new release, Maylie and the Maze—a middle-grade fiction story aimed at readers in grades 3-7.Welcome, M.L.! Before we launch into all the behind-the-scene fun, tell us about Maylie and the Maze. M.L.:Maylie and the Maze is middle grade realistic fiction and the first book inContinueContinue reading “The Story Behind M.L. Tarpley’s “Maylie and the Maze””
K.A. Cummins 