About Erika Bennett

The Mill City Press team has been working with self-published authors since 2006, which has taught them a lot about the self-publishing process. This is their chance to share their knowledge with you. (Did we mention they love books?)

What is a Trope, and Should I Use It in My Writing?

You’ve probably heard the term “trope” thrown around in discussions about storytelling and writing techniques. But what exactly is a trope, and how can you effectively use them in your writing? In this blog post, we'll explore the definition of a trope, examine how to incorporate them into your writing, and discuss the debate about

By |2024-03-19T18:56:53+00:00March 20th, 2024|Categories: Writing a Book, Writing Fiction|Tags: , , |0 Comments

Lay and Lie: How to Correctly Use Each Word

The English language can be confusing—especially when it comes to words that are similar in spelling and meaning. One such pair of words is lay and lie. These two words are often used interchangeably, but they actually have different meanings and uses. In this blog post, we’ll explore the difference between lay and lie, when

By |2024-03-12T18:27:21+00:00March 13th, 2024|Categories: Grammar|Tags: , , |0 Comments

Using a Writing Planner to Stay on Top of Your Goals

Writing, especially a long-form project like a novel or a memoir, takes a bit of planning and a lot of follow through. With so many moving parts to keep track of, it can be easy to get distracted by the weeds and lose sight of where you’re headed. That's where a writing planner can be

All Right vs. Alright: Which is Right?

You've probably come across the words "all right" and "alright" many times throughout your life. But did you know that there's actually a debate over which one is correct to use? Let's take a closer look at the difference between these two spellings and when to use each one. All Right "All right" is the

By |2024-02-16T19:01:34+00:00February 21st, 2024|Categories: Grammar|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

Exploring the World of Publishing: What are Advanced Reader Copies?

Advanced Reader Copies (ARCs) are pre-published copies of a book that are distributed to a select group of people to read and review before the book’s official publication date. These copies are typically provided to book reviewers, bloggers, librarians, booksellers, and other industry professionals who are interested in getting a sneak peek at a book

By |2024-02-13T20:19:22+00:00February 14th, 2024|Categories: Book Marketing, Self-Publishing|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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