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 | 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 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...
by Christine Bode | Dec 2, 2025 | Writing Tips
by Christine Bode Nonfiction Writing Is a Challenging and Rewarding Endeavour Nonfiction writing is a challenging and rewarding endeavour that requires great skill and dedication. Whether you are writing a memoir, a history book, or a scientific study, there are...
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 19, 2025 | Anthologies, Writing Tips
by Christine Bode There’s a saying: sometimes you must get your feet wet before diving in. Have you dreamed of writing a book but felt overwhelmed by the prospect of creating an entire manuscript? What if I told you there’s a way to get your feet wet in publishing...
