Replace Fuzzy Words – Inventing Reality’s Newsletter for March 3, 2026

Craft of Writing: Replace Fuzzy Words
Here’s some advice: “To really improve your writing, your words should be very specific and read maybe something like what you’d find in a story that’s not so loosely written.” Huh? The problem with the advice is it’s riddled with fuzzy words – or words that aren’t precise. READ MORE

The Best Guide to Writing Your Novel!
You dream of being a published author. You don’t have time to write, though … work or school is hectic, the house needs to be cleaned, the kids demand your attention … But we bet you can find just 7 minutes a day to pursue your dream. If you can, 7 Minutes a Day to Your Bestselleris the book for you. This practical, how-to-guide takes you step-by-step from coming up with a great story idea to seeing your pride and joy published – with just 7 minutes of writing a day. You’ll complete short, skillful exercises that allow you to build a short story or novel as you read the book, all the while receiving the encouragement and motivation needed to keep you going. SEE BOOK.

Writing Tip: I Don’t Need Permission to be Called an Author
Authors who haven’t published often like to think of themselves as an “aspiring author,” an “aspiring novelist,” or an “aspiring writer.” They act as if by not being published they are somehow lesser than someone who actually is. The truth is you’re an author the moment you commit ink to paper or keystroke to computer screen. READ MORE

Self-Publishing: Many Famous Books First were Self-Published
A lot of famous, successful authors who self-published because corporate publishing couldn’t recognize the book’s value…or just as bad, their business model for profits didn’t allow for quality books to be printed and distributed. READ MORE

This Week’s Podcast: Generate Book Sales by Offering Webinars
A great way to generate money from your book writing is by offering webinars. You’ve probably heard of and even attended seminars. A webinar is exactly the same, except that’s done over the Internet. LISTEN TO PODCAST

Book Marketing Tip: Ensure Your Book’s Website is Navigable
A major factor to consider about constructing your website promoting your book is how visitors will be able move between all of the pages you’ve constructed for them. The ability to do this is called navigation. READ MORE

Client Spotlight: “An Island I Don’t Want to Be On: Surviving the Riptide of Bipolar Disorder” by W Hector Rivera
A recent writing client has published the book I edited, An Island I Don’t Want to Be On: Surviving the Riptide of Bipolar Disorder! In this candid and inspiring memoir, W Hector Rivera opens up about his battle with bipolar disorder and anxiety disorder, sharing the raw and personal journey of navigating life’s unpredictable riptides. But he refuses to be defined by these labels. With courage and determination, Rivera shows how he learned to live on his own terms, finding strength in the face of adversity and hope where there seemed to be none. Through honest reflections and hard-earned wisdom, Rivera’s story serves as a powerful reminder that no challenge is too great to overcome. His journey is not just about surviving-it’s about thriving, and about refusing to let mental health struggles dictate your life. This uplifting narrative will inspire readers to find their own path through the storm and remind them that they too can live a life of purpose and fulfillment, no matter the challenges they face. CHECK IT OUT

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My name is Rob Bignell. I’m an affordable, professional editor who runs Inventing Reality Editing Service, which meets the manuscript needs of both aspiring and published writers and offers a variety of self-publishing services. During the past 15 years, I’ve helped more than 425 novelists and nonfiction authors obtain their publishing dreams at reasonable prices. I’m also the author of a novel, the Storytelling 101 Quick Read series, four children’s books, more than 25 bestselling hiking guidebooks, and even a book of poetry. Several of my short stories in the literary and science fiction genres also have been published.