5 Reasons Why Copyediting is Integral for Getting Your Book Published

Introduction   When it comes to preparing your book for publication, copyediting is a vital step that should not be overlooked. Copyediting focuses on the technical aspects of your manuscript, ensuring clarity, consistency, and correctness in language usage. Read on to understand the five compelling reasons why copyediting is integral for getting your book published.… Continue reading 5 Reasons Why Copyediting is Integral for Getting Your Book Published

How to Find The Perfect Editor For Your Book!

Introduction   Though books carry only the name of the author on their cover page, most successful books are the outcome of fruitful collaborations between authors and their editors, amongst several other contributors. Finding the best editor for yourself as an author is crucial to ensure a successful collaboration and the highest quality outcome for… Continue reading How to Find The Perfect Editor For Your Book!

5 Reasons You Need a Developmental Editor for Your Manuscript

Introduction   As an aspiring author, pouring your heart and soul into a manuscript is an exhilarating journey. However, the road to a polished and publishable book is paved with challenges. One invaluable resource you should consider during this process is a developmental editor. In this article, we will explore five compelling reasons why you… Continue reading 5 Reasons You Need a Developmental Editor for Your Manuscript

Why Authors Need a Beta Reader Before Publishing Their Book

Introduction   As an author, you’ve put a lot of time and effort into your book. You’ve written the story, revised it, and even edited it. But before you hit publish, it’s important to get feedback from a beta reader (someone who reads your book before it’s published and available to everyone!) to get feedback… Continue reading Why Authors Need a Beta Reader Before Publishing Their Book

Understanding the Differences Between Structural, Copy, and Line Editing

Introduction   When it comes to editing a book, there are various stages and types of editing that authors should be familiar with. Among them, structural editing, copy editing, and line editing hold significant importance. Read on to explore the key differences between these three types of editing, shedding light on their unique roles in… Continue reading Understanding the Differences Between Structural, Copy, and Line Editing

6 Types of Book Editing Every Author Should Know About

Introduction   Writing a book is an incredible accomplishment, but the journey doesn’t end there! To ensure your book reaches its full potential and resonates with readers, professional editing is crucial.  The editing process plays a vital role in refining your manuscript, enhancing its readability, and ensuring its overall quality.  Read on to learn about… Continue reading 6 Types of Book Editing Every Author Should Know About

Reading The Pandemic: A Journey of Personal and Collective Healing

Reading The Pandemic: A Journey of Personal and Collective Healing Twitter Instagram Linkedin-in Three years after the initial announcement about the onset of the pandemic, in early May 2023, the World Health Organization declared that COVID-19 was no longer a global health emergency. As we hesitantly emerge from this devastating period of world history, how… Continue reading Reading The Pandemic: A Journey of Personal and Collective Healing

This Charming Man: A Personal Essay

This Charming Man: A Personal Essay

ONE OF THE TOP THREE ENTRIES OF BOUND’S VALENTINE’S DAY SHORT STORY CONTEST  When he walked into my bedroom, he brought in the scent of the sea. By the time the song ends, This Charming Man will leave.   But right now, he is in bed with me, his body, like mine, naked under the heap… Continue reading This Charming Man: A Personal Essay

Walking, Talking: A Personal Essay

Walking, Talking: A Personal Essay

ONE OF THE TOP THREE ENTRIES OF BOUND’S VALENTINE’S DAY SHORT STORY CONTEST  It was the last year of Masters in Sociology at the University of Delhi. He was in the north campus and she in the south, so it wasn’t very likely that their paths would meet, both campuses being pretty far from each other.… Continue reading Walking, Talking: A Personal Essay

Starfish: A Short Story

Starfish: A Short Story

ONE OF THE TOP THREE ENTRIES OF BOUND’S SHORT STORY CONTEST 2019 “Are you scared of the dead, too?” the boy asks her, palming his way into the world under the bed. She is a young girl, small enough to comfortably coop herself under the bed without hitting her head. Somewhere agarbathis merrily burn away,… Continue reading Starfish: A Short Story