by Christine Bode | May 19, 2026 | Editing Tips
Editing sensitive content requires more than correcting grammar or tightening sentence structure. It demands empathy, professionalism, and deep respect for both the manuscript and its author. Stories that explore trauma, abuse, grief, racism, mental illness, or other...
by Christine Bode | May 12, 2026 | Editing Tips
If you’ve completed your manuscript and are wondering whether it’s ready for publication or querying, a professional manuscript review can become an invaluable part of your writing journey. But what exactly does a manuscript review involve, and how can it strengthen...
by Christine Bode | May 5, 2026 | Writing Tips
I’ve spent the past year exploring AI tools for writers, learning both their strengths and their limits. Along the way, I’ve used ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot to create Non-Disclosure Agreements, service contracts, marketing plans, email welcome series, newsletter...
by Christine Bode | Apr 28, 2026 | Writing Tips
Writing spiritual and self-help books can feel like walking a well-worn path. The ideas are meaningful. The intention is sincere. Yet somehow, the words begin to echo what’s already been said. When that happens, even meaningful insights can lose their power. If you’ve...
by Christine Bode | Apr 25, 2026 | Writing Tips
There are days when writing feels hard—when the words resist you, when your thoughts tangle, when even opening the document feels like an act of defiance. If you’ve been there, you’re not alone. Every writer, at every stage, meets this invisible wall. The question...
