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Daniel J. Tortora

100+ articles for authors on writing, publishing, and book marketing—by nonfiction editor and publishing coach Daniel Tortora.

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When to Write out Numbers—Using The Chicago Manual of Style—As Explained by a Copyeditor

When to Write out Numbers—Using The Chicago Manual of Style—As Explained by a Copyeditor

When should you spell out numbers in a sentence? Get this advice from The Chicago Manual and a copyediting pro.

Authors, WritingDaniel J. TortoraAugust 9, 2021nonfiction, proofreading, writing, numbers, author tips, copy editing

Book Foreword vs. Book Preface: What Nonfiction Authors Need to Know

Book Foreword vs. Book Preface: What Nonfiction Authors Need to Know

What is the difference between a foreword and a preface? Do you need either of these in your nonfiction book?

Authors, WritingDaniel J. TortoraJune 29, 2021front matter, nonfiction, parts of a book, author tips

Creating Chapter Titles for Nonfiction Books

Creating Chapter Titles for Nonfiction Books

Tips for chapter titles that will appeal to readers, show your personality, and make your book stand out.

Authors, Writing, CoachingDaniel J. TortoraJune 1, 2021developmental editing, nonfiction, writing, author tips

The Best Books about Writing Nonfiction

The Best Books about Writing Nonfiction

The 5 best books to read if you want to write great nonfiction.

Authors, Writing, Publishing, CoachingDaniel J. TortoraApril 28, 2021nonfiction, writing, gift ideas, self-publishing, author tips

How to Write an Introduction for a Self-Help Book

How to Write an Introduction for a Self-Help Book

Here’s an organizational structure and some helpful tips for writing your self-help book introduction.

Authors, WritingDaniel J. TortoraFebruary 18, 2021nonfiction, parts of a book, author tips

Want Some Great Memoir Title Ideas? See These Tips, Formulas, and Examples.

Want Some Great Memoir Title Ideas? See These Tips, Formulas, and Examples.

Looking for a title for that memoir you’re writing? Here are some thoughts and some formulas you can try.

Authors, WritingDaniel J. TortoraJanuary 23, 2021book titles, memoirs, author tips