Cover Stars: Yes, You’re Supposed to Judge a Book by Its Cover

March of the Writers – Day 3 “Never judge a book by its cover” might be kind advice for humans, but it’s terrible advice for publishing. Readers judge covers instantly. In seconds. Before a synopsis. Before a review. Before a single word. And they should. …

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Genre-lly Speaking – March of the Writers Day 2

I write psychological thrillers and speculative suspense. I’m drawn to stories that live in the tension between truth and perception—where nothing is entirely stable and every revelation reshapes what came before it. My work often stands in the long shadow of real historical events, exploring …

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Who Is This? – March of the Writers Day 1

Who Is This? My name is Richard White. I’m a novelist, an MFA candidate in Creative Writing, and the founder of Whispers in the Dark Press. I write stories that live in the quiet spaces after chaos—where grief lingers, where truth fractures, where the human …

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March of the Writers Day 29: 🥃 Writer Fuel Pt. 3: Reward Time! 📖

Writing takes dedication, but so does rewarding yourself! Whether it’s a glass of whiskey, a great indie author show, or finding the perfect new journal, celebrating the hard work we put into our words is essential. What’s your go-to reward after a long writing session?

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Author Picks: The Stories, Sounds, and Scenes That Inspire Me

Music, movies, art, books, and video games—all of them weave into my writing in ways I never expected. Whether it’s the raw emotion of The Outsiders, the high-stakes action of a James Patterson novel, or the sweeping magic of Baldur’s Gate, my inspirations shape the stories I tell. And let’s not forget music—the soundtrack to my writing sessions. From 90s rock legends to country storytelling masters, the right song can make all the difference.

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