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Tax Season for Authors
Whether you’re a full-time novelist, a freelance writer, or a self-published creator, understanding what the IRS considers writing income is essential. Mistakes…
Mar 17, 2026 · 7 min read
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Writing your book
How to Write a Light Novel
A light novel isn’t just a short novel. It’s a distinct storytelling format with its own tone, pacing, and reader expectations. They…
Mar 13, 2026 · 10 min read
Publishing your book
Book Formatting Industry Standards: A Clear, Practical Guide for Authors
Industry standards for book formatting are the shared conventions publishers use to ensure readability, visual consistency, and print compatibility. These standards aren’t…
Mar 10, 2026 · 14 min read
Promoting your book
Making the Most of Book Publicity with Atmosphere Press
For many authors, the publicity stage of publishing is one of the most exciting—and sometimes most daunting—parts of the process. Once your…
Mar 10, 2026 · 4 min read
Hybrid publishing
Atmosphere Press Staff Spotlight: Trista Edwards
My primary roles at Atmosphere Press are as an Acquisitions Editor and a Developmental Editor. As an Acquisitions Editor, I love discovering…
Mar 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Writing your book
Romance Novel Ideas: 40+ Story Starters, Tropes, and High-Concept Prompts Writers Love
Romance is often described as the most “forgiving” genre to write in because, after all, readers know how the story will end.…
Feb 27, 2026 · 10 min read
Writing your book
Love Across Genres: How Romance Fits in Every Story
Romance doesn’t always need to be the central focus of a novel; it can subtly weave its way into genres like science…
Feb 24, 2026 · 5 min read
Writing your book
Slow Burn Romance: Writing One Spark at a Time
Writing slow burn romance is one of the most rewarding yet challenging endeavors in the romance genre. This beloved subgenre is known…
Feb 20, 2026 · 6 min read
Being a successful author
A Cautionary Note to Writers: Scammers
Recently, The Guardian reported on an international publishing scam in which fraudsters cloned legitimate small-press websites, fabricated staff pages using AI-generated images,…
Feb 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Writing your book
How to Write a Romance Novel
Writing a romance novel requires more than bringing two characters together. At its core, romance is about emotional transformation, rising tension, and…
Feb 17, 2026 · 16 min read
Promoting your book
A Guide to Blurbs & How They Benefit Authors
Are you an author struggling to get your book noticed in the vast sea of literature? Feeling lost in the labyrinth of…
Feb 13, 2026 · 6 min read
Writing your book
Writing Dark Fiction: Techniques, Tropes, and Tools for Atmospheric Storytelling
As writers immersed in the world of dark fiction, it’s easy to be drawn to the intricate dance between light and shadow…
Feb 13, 2026 · 12 min read
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