Among authors, worldbuilding is often considered the most difficult element of writing, and for good reason! Producing an entire world...

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Translation work is very old and is the only section of the literary world that is able to span across all genres. Literary translation,...

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We are so excited to welcome Helena Cirian to the Inspire Books family this summer as a staff writer. She brings a wealth of knowledge...

So you've finished your manuscript, and you're on the hunt for a great editor. You've asked around in your writers' group for some...

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You may have heard the term "self-editing" thrown around in writing groups and threads, but what exactly is self-editing? Do you need to...

If you're like most people who've been thrown into the role of unexpected educator while your children are home due to the Covid-19...

When you take that step of faith, you’ll find out what so many have discovered before you: Your gift is meant to be shared.

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