by Christine Bode | Nov 18, 2025 | Publishing Industry
by Christine Bode If you’re preparing to publish your book, one of the most critical steps is securing your ISBNs. It’s also one of the first steps in book distribution for self-published authors. These little numbers may seem bureaucratic, but they’re essential to...
by Christine Bode | Nov 15, 2025 | Book Reviews
Book Review by Christine Bode Title: The Last WitchAuthor: C.J. CookePublisher: HarperCollinsReleased: October 14, 2025Pages: 384ISBN 13: 978-0008656270Stars: 5.0 The Last Witch by C.J. Cooke is a chilling tale of survival, power, and persecution set in...
by Christine Bode | Oct 31, 2025 | Christine's Interests
by Christine Bode A Personal Love for the Gothic and the Magical It’s time for my favourite holiday—Halloween! Although truth be told, I keep gothic Halloween decorations on my bookshelves year-round. My penchant for all things gothic, magical, and mysterious might...
by Christine Bode | Oct 23, 2025 | Writing Tips
by Christine Bode Want to elevate your writing from good to unforgettable? Whether you’re crafting a book review, blog post, or editorial, mastering the 5 Cs of critical writing will help you communicate your nonfiction writing with precision, power, and polish....
by Christine Bode | Oct 21, 2025 | Editing Tips
by Christine Bode Why Trust Me? For thirty-five years, I have been an editor and proofreader. Yes, you read that right. Thirty-five years! I’ve edited everything from legal and medical reports to liner notes for CDs, press releases to websites, and Ph.D. theses to...