Trevor Wiltzen's Blog

So you’ve finally finished your manuscript — after months (maybe even years) of polishing every word — and now it’s time to turn it into a print-ready book file you can upload to Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or any print-on-demand (POD) platform.

In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through exactly how to format your book in Microsoft Word for Mac or PC, from setting margins and fonts to creating a professional-looking title page, headers, and more. Whether you’re preparing for paperback or eBook distribu...

Have you ever had a fantastic story idea, sat down to write it, only to discover your first draft feels… flat? Maybe the plot seems thin, or worse, your story feels too short. If that sounds familiar, don’t worry—you’re not alone.

The solution isn’t padding or filler. It’s subplots.

Subplots do way more than just bulk up your word count. They add depth, build on your themes, increase emotional tension, an...

If you want to write vivid story settings that truly captivate readers, you’ve come to the right place. Great scene descriptions do more than paint a picture—they immerse readers in the moment using sensory details, atmosphere, and subtle storytelling techniques. Whether your setting needs to feel eerie, nostalgic, or hopeful, mastering immersive setting descriptions can transform your writing and keep your audience hooked.

Have you ever written a setting desc...

Want to bring your settings to life in your writing? In this video, we’ll dive deep into the art of showing rather than telling your readers about the world your characters inhabit. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced writer, mastering this technique can take your storytelling to the next level.

You’ll learn how to:

✅ Use sensory details to create immersive, engaging settings

✅ Layer descriptions with deeper meaning and atmosphere

✅ Show emotions through the environment and characters' r...

Some writing rules are made to be broken.

In this video, you'll learn which common writing rules you can (and should) break to write with more style, clarity, and confidence. These are the rules your teachers drilled into you — and why ignoring them can actually make your writing better.

Perfect for: ✔️ Beginner writers ✔️ Bloggers ✔️ Fiction authors ✔️ DIY writing fans

👉 You’ll discover:

Why starting sentences with “and” or “but” improves flow

How sentence fragments can add impact - When it’s ok...

If you're an author or author-publisher looking to give your book a significant sales boost, regardless of how long it’s been published already, securing a BookBub Featured Deal can do the trick. With millions of readers subscribed to Bookbub’s email lists, BookBub is one of the most effective marketing platforms for promoting books. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to get and run a BookBub Featured Deal effectively.

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Thanks to my readers, Haunting Pasts has won several international awards for Best Suspense and Best Mystery, including:

Winner of the Pinn...

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To my fantastic E-newsletter members, please post your review of the Mabel Family Mystery short story titled the Blue River Boys Adventure in the comment se...