Last summer, I stumbled upon an experience that felt like it leaped right out of a novel—a cozy writer’s retreat nestled in the heart of nature. As someone who juggles words for a living, finding the perfect haven for creativity and inspiration is akin to stumbling upon a hidden treasure. And my staycation in a […] The post Stunning cozy cabins for an inspiring retreat appeared first on Creativindie ..read more

Ah, the Query Trenches: that seemingly endless chapter of your life spent knocking on agents’ (metaphorical) doors. At night, you’re dreaming of seeing your book on the shelves at Barnes & Noble. During the day, you’re dealing with a stream of rejections — some loud and clear, others painfully silent. Entire books could be written […] The post 5 Questions to Help You Find the Perfect Agent for Your Project (a literary agent’s guide to getting published) appeared first on Creativindie ..read more

Publishing a book is a significant endeavor that can vary greatly in cost depending on the path you choose. Whether you go the traditional route or opt for self-publishing, understanding the associated costs is crucial for budgeting and planning. But let’s be real, the majority of self-publishing companies out there are scammers and vanity presses, […] The post How much does it cost to publish a book? appeared first on Creativindie ..read more

I wasn’t planning to jump into this topic, though it’s been on my mind for a year or two at least and I’ve watched other authors get ahead quickly, by offering direct audiobooks on YouTube or other ebook platforms. Basically, hiring a professional narrator through ACX to narrate your book costs an average of $150 […] The post Free AI Audiobooks Narration: ElevenLabs vs Audible Virtual Voice appeared first on Creativindie ..read more

I’ve been playing around with ChatGPT and AI writing tools for the last 2 years. It’s grown impressively since my early test, and though it can’t quite write a whole book by itself (yet), tools like SudoWrite and NovelCrafter do make it a lot easier, by keeping track of your characters, scene and writing style. […] The post How to Humanize ChatGPT written content for better fiction (and to pass AI detection) appeared first on Creativindie ..read more

I refuse to believe anybody actually reads my blog, so I use it as a space to declare intentions and organize my thoughts. Recently, I asked my audience about whether they’d like some kind of online summer writing camp or workshop and what I should focus on – that gave me some clarity on my […] The post Book writing workshop (summer goals) appeared first on Creativindie ..read more

I’ve talked a ton about editing over the years but it can be tricky to find all of the specific writing advice I’ve created to help writers improve their manuscript, so I made a quick video referring to a bunch of valuable resources and I’m going to organize them here for easy access. Keep in […] The post Developmental revision tips from a professional book editor (avoid common writing mistakes) appeared first on Creativindie ..read more

This particular rabbit hole began when someone pointed out that OpenAi’s new text-to-video tool is named the same thing as the drug of euphoria in Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World. It isn’t, but it’s close. Sora is the new AI video tool that came uncomfortably too soon, and should absolutely freak you out. Soma is […] The post AI’s Looming Shadow: Soma is a Pandora’s Box into a Brave New World of Artificial Reality appeared first on Creativindie ..read more

In my early 20’s, after exploring Europe and South America, I felt drawn to Asia – at that time, English schools paid recruiters to seduce foreigners to small town schools overseas. I’d always planned on going to Japan, but somehow ended up in Taiwan instead. At the start of the first Sars pandemic, I was […] The post Living the Dream in Tainan: A Digital Nomad’s Travel Guide to Taiwan appeared first on Creativindie ..read more

In the swirling world of design and fashion, the term “core” has burst onto the scene, bringing with it a whirlwind of aesthetics that cater to every imaginable taste and lifestyle. From the cozy corners of cottagecore to the sleek lines of minimalism, “core” aesthetics invite us to redefine our spaces and wardrobes with themes […] The post Unlock Your Core Aesthetic: The Top Trending Aesthetic Styles for Design & Fashion! appeared first on Creativindie ..read more