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Author Spotlight: Patricia Greasby on history, storytelling, and self-publishing.

This week, the Author Spotlight is on Patricia Greasby as she shares insights into writing historical fiction, navigating the self-publishing process, and bringing her latest novel to life.

Author Spotlight: Morgan Christensen on her latest book and what it’s like to work with an editor – me!

Celebrate the release of Morgan Christensen’s new book, Haven’s Warrior. Go behind the scenes to see how this dedicated indie author crafts high-quality fantasy novels worthy of a spot on your bookshelf.

Writing Tips: When Actions Overlap

What is false simultaneity and how do I avoid it in my writing?

Is it obtainable or attainable?

Let’s Talk Editing – What Every Indie Author Should Know: Join us on Zoom, June 8th 2025

An invitation to join Claire and Vicky for a chat about all things editing (for indie authors)

Dialogue tags versus action beats

Learn the difference between dialogue tags and action beats and how to punctuate them.

Can you end a sentence with a preposition?

Here we have a video about ending sentences with prepositions. In short, it’s fine! Go right ahead. But be aware of context and clarity. Here’s some further useful info, including where this preposition ‘rule’ came from. More information here: https://www.merriam-webster.com/grammar/prepositions-ending-a-sentence-with

Any more or anymore? In tact or intact? Every day or everyday? One word or two?

Is it deduce or deduct? And what about deduction?

Learn the difference between deduce and deduct.

Is it discreet or discrete? Let’s clear up some confusables.

Destain or distain? Discrete or discreet? Mantle or mantel? Emblazon or emblaze? Watch the video to find out: Which confusables have tripped you up in the past? Let me know.