Becoming BulletProof: Resource Center
Ready to learn more about writing, editing, publishing, and book marketing? Whether you’re an indie author or a communications team member, my collection of resources will help you take your skills to the next level. Let’s make your writing bulletproof!
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The Powerful Impact of Women in Publishing Today
Women have always been central to the writing and publishing world, offering voices and perspectives that add richness to the industry and society as a whole. Think about classic authors like Mary Shelley and Jane Austen, who challenged societal norms.
Writing
Why Collaboration Is Key to Better Writing and Editing
Discover how collaboration with an editor can boost quality, consistency, and efficiency for authors and small-business content teams.
Confidence in Every Word: The Power of Professional Editing
Building confidence is a challenge for many writers. Whether you struggle with impostor syndrome, perfectionism, fear of judgment, or overwhelm, at some point, all writers stumble and question their abilities.
Conscious Language: A Professional Guide to Intentional Writing
Whenever I discuss my services with a potential client, I mention my conscious language review. It’s part of every service I offer, and I want my clients to understand both
Efficiency Made Easy: Editors Help You Excel in 2025
As the new year begins, many of us are setting goals to maximize our productivity and efficiency. For small-business owners, thought leaders, and writers, efficiency is more than a goal—it’s
Editing
From Good to Great: Why Good Writers Still Need Editors
A few weeks ago, my dad asked how my latest editing project was going. So I told him a bit about the report I had just finished—the topic, length, number
Maximizing Investments: Take Your Writing to the Next Level
Writing is a journey, whether you’re working on a magazine or a manuscript. As with any journey, you need a strategy, time, supplies, and support to make your adventure successful
Flexibility in Editing? It’s Essential, Not a Dream.
One thing I love about writing is its flexibility. There’s more than one way to create content, work on a manuscript, or publish your work. We have different style guides
Track Changes: How to Use Microsoft’s Powerful Editing Feature
During the hiring or onboarding process, your editor mentioned that they would send you an annotated copy of your document, or a Track Changes file. But even if you’re an
Publishing
Embrace the Audio Boom: Audiobooks as a New Income Stream
Looking for ways to grow your author income? Create another income stream and reach new audiences without having to create new content—all through audiobooks.
How to Leverage Book Awards in Your Marketing Plan
No matter what kind of writing you do, all authors can agree on one thing: book marketing is hard. But there is a strategy you can use that pays off
5 Ways Writers Can Profit from Speaking Gigs
Speaking engagements are a natural way for authors to profit from their material. As we discussed last month, your book or articles can be an excellent source of income, but
Profitable Pages: Converting Your Book to Paid Speaking Gigs
When I attended the Women in Publishing Summit in March, a big theme I noticed during our networking sessions was that authors are concerned about how much it costs to
Marketing
Embrace the Audio Boom: Audiobooks as a New Income Stream
Looking for ways to grow your author income? Create another income stream and reach new audiences without having to create new content—all through audiobooks.
How to Leverage Book Awards in Your Marketing Plan
No matter what kind of writing you do, all authors can agree on one thing: book marketing is hard. But there is a strategy you can use that pays off
5 Ways Writers Can Profit from Speaking Gigs
Speaking engagements are a natural way for authors to profit from their material. As we discussed last month, your book or articles can be an excellent source of income, but
Profitable Pages: Converting Your Book to Paid Speaking Gigs
When I attended the Women in Publishing Summit in March, a big theme I noticed during our networking sessions was that authors are concerned about how much it costs to