by Christine Bode | Apr 21, 2026 | Writing Tips
Learning on the Job If you’re a first-time writer drawn to gripping plots, morally grey characters, and shocking twists, you may want to know how to write a mystery thriller that echoes James Patterson, David Baldacci or Jeffrey Archer’s storytelling power. Archer’s...
by Christine Bode | Apr 18, 2026 | Poetry
Why poetry matters in a world that moves too fast, speaks too loudly, and often forgets to feel is a question we should ask ourselves. In a time shaped by constant noise, poetry offers something rare—stillness, clarity, and truth. It doesn’t shout to be heard....
by Christine Bode | Apr 14, 2026 | Author Interviews
Recently, my Substack acquaintance, Jason Garman, invited me to read an ARC of his debut speculative noir horror novel. Reflections in the Dark publishes on April 21, 2026. I eagerly accepted and discovered an exceptional, intelligent, and surreal page-turner. If...
by Christine Bode | Apr 11, 2026 | Author Interviews
On April 11, 2026, I, expert book editor for indie authors, Christine Bode (it feels weird to say that, but SEO says I must), enjoyed a conversation that felt less like an interview and more like stepping through a hidden doorway—into story, inspiration, and the...
by Christine Bode | Apr 7, 2026 | Editing Tips
Understanding the difference between editing types can feel overwhelming. Developmental editing, structural editing, line editing, stylistic editing, copyediting, and proofreading. They all sound important, and they are. But how do they differ, and in what order...
