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Good worldbuilding isn’t just about imagination, it’s about immersion. Don’t let gaps in internal logic break the spell you’re trying to weave. FriesenPress Editing Coordinator Astra Crompton shares her guide to building fantastical worlds, what to keep in mind, what to avoid, and how to take your setting to the next level.
Read MoreA great thriller entertains, intrigues, and excites. But how do you actually craft suspense—or land the all-important twist? Two rising stars of the thriller genre, Sian Gilbert and Tracy Sierra, share their best tips and tricks to keep readers hooked from page one.
Read MoreDreaming of a book that shines as bright as the words inside? Author and FriesenPress Editing & Illustrations Coordinator, Astra Crompton, shares 10 options for printing a dazzling custom edition right here in Canada through Friesens.
Read MoreWriting a book is rarely done in one sitting. Sometimes the best way forward is a step back. Give your pages room to breathe—and discover how a well-timed pause can bring clarity and fresh perspective to your process.
Read MoreNaNoWriMo is officially here! Writing a book in a month is a daunting task, but we have the expert tips to make it happen. Astra Crompton, our in-house Editing Coordinator, is here to help you brainstorm, build routines, and ultimately make that 50k word count.
Read MoreIs your manuscript ready for professional editing? Our very own in-house Editing Coordinator Astra Crompton can help you save time and money with these 8 steps to best prepare your manuscript for a professional edit.
Read MoreThe most common advice in writing is “write what you know”. That can mean personal experience or simply finding a way to deeply relate to something you haven’t directly lived. We recently sat down with our in-house Editing Coordinator Astra Crompton to learn why authors writing from another’s perspective might use a sensitivity reader.
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