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...
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...
by Christine Bode | Apr 4, 2026 | Short Stories
by Boris Glikman Introducing Australian Author Boris Glikman I’ve had the pleasure of calling Australian author Boris Glikman a friend for many years. After I met him through social media, his quirky, surreal, and speculative short stories captivated and delighted me....
by Christine Bode | Mar 31, 2026 | Writing Tips
Fantasy fiction continues to captivate readers around the world. However, writing an engaging story is only part of the journey. Writing a fantasy novel that readers love also means understanding how to position your book in a crowded market. From the timeless epics...
