The Write Conversation

From Edie: A.C. Williams share why every author needs an editor, how editors improve your manuscript, and practical tips for choosing the ri...

From Edie: A.C. Williams shares how writers can handle criticism without losing confidence, process tough feedback wisely, and use critiques...

From Edie: Struggling with worldbuilding? Discover why strong characters are the key to making your story come alive—and how to create setti...

From Edie: Want to write epic fantasy without overwhelming your readers? Discover why the biggest stories succeed because of simple, clear e...

From Edie: Being an author is harder than most people expect. Discover why the writing journey is challenging, why it still matters, and how...

From Edie: Is pursuing a writing career still worth it in 2026? A thoughtful, hope-filled reflection for authors navigating industry change,...

From Edie: Discover how to build a sustainable writing life in 2026 through reflection, renewal, and practical daily steps. Learn how to set...

From Edie: Learn how to market your self-published book with confidence. Discover relational, authentic ways to share your stories without f...

From Edie: Learn how to format your self-published book for print and ebook. Explore tools like Vellum, Atticus, Kindle Create, and Word to ...

From Edie: From copyediting to developmental, editing is vital for self-published authors. Find out from Amy which edit you need and how to ...

by A.C. Williams @ACW_Author When you walk through a bookstore or a library, how do covers call out to you? Personally, my eyes are drawn fi...

by A.C. Williams @ACW_Author You already know you’ve written the best book ever, but the most difficult step is to get everyone else to real...

by A.C. Williams @ACW_Author Once you get your novel ready to publish, how do you get it into the hands of your readers? How do you get your...

by A.C. Williams @ACW_Author One of the most common areas of confusion among authors who want to self publish is ISBNs. Depending how you wa...

by A.C. Williams @ACW_Author What happens when your publisher shuts down? More and more authors are turning to self-publishing as a way to r...

by A.C. Williams @ACW_Author Your book got published! Did you celebrate? Throw a party? Host a signing event? Getting to join the ranks of t...

by A.C. Williams @ACW_Author Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025! As we roll into a new year and move forward from the disappointments of last y...

by A.C. Williams @ACW_Author The Christmas season is upon us with all its tinsel and lights and general chaos. I love Christmas. It’s my fav...

by A.C. Williams @ACW_Author When I was a kid, punk culture had really taken hold of the world. However, the idea of punk culture started in...

by A.C. Williams @ACW_Author I love October. It’s my favorite month, and that’s not just because it’s my birth month. The air just feels dif...