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Common Ebook File Mistakes And How To Fix Them

10 Common Ebook File Errors And How To Avoid Them

Your manuscript might be perfect, but common ebook file errors can turn it into a frustrating reading experience for ebook buyers. Unnoticed errors in formatting, images, or file structure can make your ebook look unprofessional or even difficult to read. They might even result in refunds or poor book reviews. As an author and self-publisher,…

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Avoid Using These Pretentious Words In Writing

10 Pretentious Words In Writing You Should Avoid Using

You might believe that using flowery, complicated, or pretentious words in writing makes you look smarter. But in many cases, the reverse is true because they can make your writing seem amateurish. Readers often notice words that seem forced, unnecessary, or awkwardly placed. It can also slow down your pacing, or even make readers doubt…

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AI Steals Every New Word I Write, At Least 1,000 Times

AI Steals Every New Word I Write 1,000 Times

How do I know AI steals every new word I write and publish? My proof isn’t circumstantial or abstract. It’s sitting right in front of me in my site’s server logs. Every day, I see thousands of hits from AI crawlers, such as Googlebot, BingBot, ChatGPT-User, Meta-ExternalAgent, ClaudeBot, PerplexityBot, and many others you’ve probably never…

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How Writers Can Survive AI Search

How Writers Can Survive AI Search And Attract Readers

Yes, it’s tough right now, but writers can survive AI search. However, you’ll need to change your approach and mindset to find new readers from now on. If you have noticed fewer people are finding your articles or books recently, it’s no surprise. AI-generated search results that summarize information and give quick answers mean searchers…

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