Susan specializes in entrepreneurial mindsets, she has written several non-fiction business books, and now writes novels under a top secret pen name.
Readers may judge your book by its cover, but what’s inside matters just as much. Columnist Susan Odev explores the basics of book formatting, the platforms you can use, and the pitfalls to avoid.
Distilling a novel into a few paragraphs is a challenging art form to master. But following a simple, four-part structure can help you draft the perfect blurb for your book, no matter the genre.
Before a reader ever opens your story, your cover will invite them to come closer. IAM columnist Susan Odev explores the elements that matter most, plus how to find a designer who can bring your vision to life.
As you reach the end of the editing process, where do you go next? Author Inklings columnist Susan Odes compares publishing paths authors may explore as she debates which one is right for her novel.
Your beta readers have read your draft and shared their thoughts. But not all feedback is equal—and sometimes it contradicts. Here’s how you can decide which suggestions will make your story stronger.
Beta readers are some of the first people to read your story, and the first to offer their feedback. Columnist Susan Odev shares her advice on finding the ones who will make your book better.
