by Christine Bode | Jan 10, 2026 | Book Reviews
Book Review by Christine Bode Title: No Life but Immortality: Book 1 of Geryon’s Code CycleAuthor: Liudmila BrusPublisher: Ghost WorkshopReleased: October 29, 2024Pages: 357ASIN: B0DLGLPQCJStars: 4.0 “Something catastrophic has caused a global blackout of the...
by Christine Bode | Jan 6, 2026 | Writing Tips
by Christine Bode Many writers believe good writing is flawless writing. Clean sentences. Perfect grammar. Not a comma out of place. That belief is understandable and deeply unhelpful. In practice, perfectionism stalls manuscripts, dulls voices, and keeps books from...
by Christine Bode | Jan 3, 2026 | Publishing Industry
by Christine Bode You’ve written your first book. Congratulations! Your manuscript is edited, proofread, and ready for the world. Now comes the big decision: self-publishing vs traditional publishing. Which is right for you? In today’s publishing landscape, more...
by Christine Bode | Dec 30, 2025 | Writing Tips
by Christine Bode Crafting romantic chemistry in fiction is like conjuring the perfect spell. It demands precision, harmony, and just the right touch of enchantment to leave your readers spellbound. As an editor, I help transform amorous stories into polished...
by Christine Bode | Dec 27, 2025 | Book Reviews
Book Review by Christine Bode Title: Vagabond: A MemoirAuthor: Tim CurryPublisher: Grand Central PublishingReleased: October 14, 2025Pages: 304ISBN 13: 978-0306835841Stars: 5.0 “Vagabonds rove. We travel about and pick up work wherever we go. We wander,...
by Christine Bode | Dec 23, 2025 | Editing Tips
by Christine Bode In the world of publishing, one factor can make or break a book’s success: reader engagement. A well-written, engaging story can captivate readers and leave a lasting impression. Still, even the best plots and characters can fall flat if the...
by Christine Bode | Dec 20, 2025 | Character Essays
by Christine Bode The Comte de Saint-Germain in Literature: Myth, Immortality, and Identity Across literature, the Comte de Saint-Germain continues to surface as a figure, elusive and magnetic. A man whose rumoured immortality and command of secret knowledge make him...
by Christine Bode | Dec 13, 2025 | Editing Tips
by Christine Bode Every writer understands the importance of producing polished, engaging content. Whether you’re an aspiring novelist, a seasoned non-fiction author, or an indie publisher, the journey from drafting to publishing is an intricate process. One of the...
by Christine Bode | Dec 9, 2025 | Book Reviews
Book Review by Christine Bode Publishing Information Title: HeirlineAuthor: Thomas KnightPublisher: Markham Leigh AndersenReleased: November 6, 2025Pages: 256ISBN 13: 978-1069821744Stars: 4.0 I’m proud to be the editor of Heirline, the superb new historical...
by Christine Bode | Dec 6, 2025 | Book Reviews, Writing Tips
by Christine Bode Writing Powerful Book Reviews That Matter Writing a book review is one of the simplest, kindest gifts you can offer another author—and one of the most potent ways to strengthen your own writing practice. Whether you’re a first-time writer, a...
