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[authorinthemaking]

Every time I say “This character means so much to me,” what I actually mean is “This character walked into my brain, rearranged the furniture, and refuses to pay rent.”

[missamychan]

UNSINGLE Book Launch Party at Tumblr HQ in NoHo, NYC!

Album 1: Photography by May Do and Sydney Shaw

View Album 2 and Album 3

👉 Please do me a favour and leave a review on Amazon or Goodreads because it really helps the algorithms feature the book.

👉Attend the next UNSINGLE event: https://missamychan.com/events/

[shreysolanki]

Some stories begin with heroes.

Journey to Bugo begins with loss.

A world shaped by gods. Two kingdoms consumed by war. A village caught in the middle. As darkness spreads across the land, unlikely survivors are forced onto a path that will change the fate of Bugo forever.

I've spent months building this world, its characters, its history, and its mysteries. Every chapter reveals another piece of a much larger story.

If you enjoy fantasy, worldbuilding, original lore, emotional character journeys, and hidden secrets waiting to be uncovered, keep an eye on Journey to Bugo.

[pressmanhousepublishing]

How Traditional Publishers Edit and Improve Your Book?

Most writers finish their manuscript and quietly wonder — is it actually good enough? That doubt is normal. But here's the thing: finishing

The manuscript you submit is not the book that gets published.

Not because publishers change your story or take over your voice — but because between submission and publication, a small team of people spend a significant amount of time making sure the book is the best version of itself. Structural editors, line editors, copy editors, proofreaders. Each one reads it differently. Each one finds something.

It's not a quick process. It's not supposed to be.

We wrote a full breakdown of how traditional publishing editorial works — what each stage actually involves and why it matters. Link in bio if you're curious.

[olivi-abeta]

Writers, what’s the hardest part of the writing process for you?

For me, it’s fascinating how a story can be crystal clear in your head and then completely different once it’s on the page. That’s one reason I enjoy beta reading so much: it helps bridge that gap between the writer’s vision and the reader’s experience.

What part of writing challenges you the most? 👀

[readish600]

Hi! I’m currently offering beta reading, book editing, and formatting services for writers at any stage of their project.

If you’re looking for honest, thoughtful feedback on your manuscript—whether it’s pacing, character development, clarity, or overall flow—I’d love to help. I aim to give constructive, detailed insights while respecting your voice and vision as a writer.

I can also assist with basic editing and formatting to help get your work polished and ready for submission or publishing.

At the moment, I’m open to unpaid projects, so if you’re working within a tight budget, feel free to reach out anyway. Just send me a message with a bit about your project, and we can see if we’re a good fit.

Looking forward to reading your work!

[trueknights]

to be woundless

(wip of a short story i'm working on involving gold masks, the Knights Templar, and an reformed Hungarian knight)

[kimbetaread]

📖 Beta Reading Tip for Authors

One of the biggest mistakes writers make is editing before getting reader feedback.

As the author, you already know your story. Your readers don't.

A beta reader helps you identify: ✨ Confusing plot points ✨ Slow pacing ✨ Unclear character motivations ✨ Scenes that don't connect emotionally ✨ Parts readers may skim or skip

Before spending money on editing or publishing, get feedback from real readers first.

A fresh perspective can make the difference between a good book and a memorable one.