by Rachel D. Russell | Nov 11, 2025 | For authors, Novel writing
There have been some recent rumblings among writers with “dos” and “don’ts” in regards to what punctuation or word selection you should or shouldn’t do use. The argument is that “because AI uses [insert punctuation or word type], authors shouldn’t use it, or the... 
by Rachel D. Russell | Aug 9, 2025 | For authors, Novel writing
If you’ve ever read a romance novel that felt more like a sermon than a story, you know how it doesn’t translate well across the page. It can feel disconnected and inorganic. Maybe even preachy. We’re here to tell compelling stories that leave readers encouraged,... 
by Rachel D. Russell | Jan 20, 2025 | For authors, Novel writing
Authors love finding new ways to connect with readers and that doesn’t need to translate to rapid-fire releases. If your subscriber opt-in (aka “freebie”) has grown stale, here are five fun ways you can still connect and share with your readers. 1. A Deleted Scene... 
by Rachel D. Russell | Oct 6, 2024 | For authors, Novel writing
If your writing time has left you with tight muscles, poor sleep, and declining health–maybe even some weight gain–it’s not to late to make changes. Do you block off your time and sit down at your computer, only to look up and realize hours have... 
by Rachel D. Russell | Aug 11, 2024 | For authors, Novel writing
I’ve participated in two in-person events that yielded low, low responses. I mean nuclear safe-room-under- mountains-of-earth kind of low. Ouch. Not only were they a waste of time for the author(s) involved, they wasted the time of all the people who set up the event.... 
by Rachel D. Russell | Jan 19, 2024 | For authors, For readers
Book reviews are a treasure trove for readers and can bolster sales for authors. More than sales, though, book reviews let authors know what resonates with readers. And, for readers? Reviews provide insights, opinions, and recommendations that help us make that...