by Claire Winterwolf | Oct 5, 2025 | Editing Services, Publishing Tips, Resources, Writing Tips and Tools
Fair use is one of those phrases writers bump into often, but few fully understand. Is it really okay to use that quote, song lyric, or image without asking? The answer, like most things in publishing law, is “it depends.” But don’t worry—here’s a clear breakdown of...
by Claire Winterwolf | Oct 3, 2025 | Editing Services, Publishing Tips, Resources, Writing Tips and Tools
The public domain can feel like a treasure chest for authors. From Shakespeare to Sherlock Holmes, works in the public domain for writers open the door to endless creative possibilities. But how do you know if something is truly free to use? And how can you use it...
by Claire Winterwolf | Sep 30, 2025 | Editing Services, Marketing Tips, Publishing Tips, Resources, Writing Tips and Tools
Hashtags are like glitter—flashy, fun, and hard to miss. But glitter fades fast, and so do hashtags. If you want to grow as an author in 2025, the real magic isn’t in trending tags. You know where to find it? It’s in building real connections in digital age. A hashtag...
by Claire Winterwolf | Sep 29, 2025 | Editing Services, Marketing Tips, Publishing Tips, Resources, Writing Tips and Tools
Here’s the thing every author asks at some point: Should I rely on social media algorithms to grow my audience, or should I focus on building an email list? The truth is, when it comes to email lists vs. algorithms, one offers control while the other leaves you at the...
by Claire Winterwolf | Sep 28, 2025 | Editing Services, Marketing Tips, Publishing Tips, Resources, Writing Tips and Tools
Here’s the big question that keeps floating through writing circles: Do authors still need social media in 2025? For more than a decade, platforms like Twitter (now known as X), Instagram, and TikTok have been the standard answer to the question, “How do I get readers...
by Claire Winterwolf | Sep 27, 2025 | Editing Services, Marketing Tips, Publishing Tips, Resources, Uncategorized, Writing Tips and Tools
Let’s be honest: the internet can feel like a never-ending game of hopscotch. One year it’s Facebook, the next it’s Instagram, then suddenly TikTok takes over—and now everyone’s whispering about Substack. Authors have lots of platforms to choose from. So, where should...
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