Kick Ass Writer’s Guide for New Indie Authors

Welcome to the Kick *ss Writer’s Guide

an imprint of Silver Girl Press

We help you increase your writing business and income

Here you’ll find help for developing the art and craft of writing.

Many may argue over how art differs from craft, but we don’t dive into that black hole.

We put our energy into creating resources and tools to help you develop as a writer.

At Kick *ss Writer’s Guide, you’ll also find help building a business as a writer.

Building any business is challenging. Most of us can use all the help we can get.

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  • Batching Content: 3 Templates to Boost Productivity

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    “Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.” — Paul J. Meyer, author and founder of Success Motivation…

  • Editing a Book with AI: 5 Best Steps

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    Reading Time: 9 minutes
    “Technology is best when it brings people together—and AI editing tools help bring authors closer to their polished, published selves.” — Matt Mullenweg, Founder of WordPress Editing is often the…

  • Integrating Your Author Voice with AI: 3 Best Hacks

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    “AI is a tool, not a writer. It’s up to you to breathe soul into the words it churns out.” — Chuck Wendig, novelist and blogger Imagine you have a…

  • AI Tools for Blogging Success: 8 Essential Hacks

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    “The key to successful AI content is human oversight—AI drafts, humans craft.” — Neil Patel, SEO and Digital Marketing Influencer Are you struggling to keep up with your blog schedule,…

  • AI Tools for Translation—5 Hacks to Reach Global Readers

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    “The limits of my language mean the limits of my world.” — Ludwig Wittgenstein, Philosopher Imagine reaching readers worldwide, connecting deeply across language barriers, and witnessing your book sales soar…

  • Boost Your Online Visibility with 3 Top AI Tools

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    This writer’s guide will explore why visibility matters for indie authors, how AI SEO tools level the playing field, provide specific examples of essential tools in action, offer practical integration…

  • 5 Top AI Editing Tools to Boost Content Quality

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    AI editing tools bridge this gap by helping authors refine grammar, sharpen style, and enhance overall readability, critical elements for author credibility and reader satisfaction.

  • Creating Engaging Blogs with AI: 6 Game-Changing Hacks

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    Discover how AI-generated blogs can transform your writing productivity. Explore practical tips and expert strategies to effortlessly create engaging content, boost your SEO visibility, and free more time for storytelling…

  • Engaging AI-Generated Content: 6 Secrets

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    “The most powerful words in English are ‘Tell me a story’.” — Pat Conroy, Author of The Prince of Tides AI is a game-changer for content creation, but let’s be…

  • Analyze Reader Data—9 Best Hacks for Your Success

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    Reading Time: 6 minutes
    “Without data, you’re just another person with an opinion.” — W. Edwards Deming As a new indie author, you know how exciting it is to see your book come to…

  • Crafting Middle-Grade Fiction: 4 Powerful Secrets

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    Reading Time: 8 minutes
    Discover the secrets to writing captivating middle-grade fiction. Create relatable characters, build vivid worlds, and craft propulsive plots that keep readers ages 9-12 hooked.

  • Trend Analysis: 5 Powerful Tips for New Indie Author Success

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    “Trend analysis isn’t just about looking at data; it’s about finding the story the data is trying to tell you.”— Bernard Marr, bestselling author In today’s fast-paced publishing landscape, staying…

  • Create AI Resources: 4 Best Hacks for Indie Authors

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    Create AI resources. Use AI tools to support your writing journey. From character profiles to marketing strategies, discover how AI can enhance the process.

  • Goal Setting: 6 AI Hacks to Help New Indie Authors Succeed

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    Transform your indie author career with clear, actionable goals. From writing milestones to self-care, learn how goal setting and AI tools can turn your creative dreams into reality.

  • Refining AI Prompts: 5 Hacks for New Indie Authors

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    “The key to artificial intelligence has always been the representation.” — Jeff Hawkins, American neuroscientist and founder of Numenta Crafting the perfect AI prompt is both an art and a…