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She's Whitney and he's Travis. We've been best friends since high school because of our passion for writing novels. Together, we publish books and encourage others to follow their author dreams with us. If you're a writer, reader, or editor, take advantage of our monthly tips and be the first to hear about our updates, sales, giveaways, and more. Click the button below to add yourself to our email list.

Using Your Why To Build Your Platform

MARKETING/SELF-PROMOWRITER'S LIFE ADVICE

There are quite a few posts that help entrepreneurs determine their why so they can sell their products. This is a principle that helps anyone who wants to be their own boss, authors included. I’d love to help you see how this applies to authors especially. Sometimes, it feels like it’s tough selling yet another romance or YA fantasy novel but it’s possible. It takes work but it’s possible. Get out your note-taking supplies—it’s time to really dig deep. Recognizing ... Read More →

5 Reasons Why You Should Read My Destiny Seeker Series

WRITER'S LIFE ADVICE

Recently, I started the Book Shoutout Blitz—a monthly post where I ask my fellow authors to share three reasons why readers would like their book. I share their answers in ... Read More →

5 Strategies Newbie Authors Need to Market Their Books

MARKETING/SELF-PROMOWRITER'S LIFE ADVICE

One of the frustrating things about emulating successful authors is that not a lot of them tell you how they got there. I mean, at some point, your favorite author ... Read More →

Chapter Four: Be Present in Your Content

MARKETING/SELF-PROMOOUR WORKWRITER'S LIFE ADVICE

Hello readers and writers! You are reading chapter four of my upcoming e-book, Finding Your Future Fans. Please enjoy these tips for the writer hoping to master Instagram to find ... Read More →

Chapter One: Understand Your Target Audience

MARKETING/SELF-PROMOOUR WORKWRITER'S LIFE ADVICE

Hello readers and writers! You are reading chapter one of my upcoming e-book, Finding Your Future Fans. Please enjoy these tips for the writer hoping to master Instagram to find ... Read More →

Rachel Barnard

I won a contest via Wit & Travesty in the summer of 2017. The prize was a professional edit of the first 100 pages of a WIP. My middle grade fantasy was only 90 pages, so she read the entire manuscript. She was communicative and positive about the project. Her edits markedly polished up my manuscript and were easy to understand.

Jessica Thompson

Whitney was great to work with. The whole experience was professional, yet flexible. Helpful, yet kind. My manuscript improved so much through Whitney's guidance that I received my first book deal!

Brittany Olsen

Whitney helped me with two short projects written for children, and she was very pleasant to work with. She has an eye for detail, helping me with small grammar errors as well as insights about adding scenes that would enhance my story. Her turnaround time was extremely quick, which I really appreciated when on a deadline!

Angelika Offenwanger

Whitney did a copy-edit on my third novel, Checkmate. She was a pleasure to work with, and helped me give my novel that final polish that it needed before publication. Put her on your list for editors that help your work shine!

Jonathan Baker

Whitney and I worked together in a writing feedback group some years ago and have remained in touch since then. From the beginning, I was struck by her absolute responsibility as an editor. Even in the capacity of a group member, not even being employed or contracted by me to edit my work, Whitney was unerringly punctual, thorough, and accurate with her feedback. Her advice is genuinely insightful and I believe the marketability of my work was noticeably increased due to her guidance. I so value her skills that I still turn to her as a resource after three years of working with her in-person have passed.

Jessica Frazier

Whitney McGruder has created a vast and imaginative world in Destiny Seeker with surprises to delight the reader at every turn. Readers can settle in to devour the diverse and ingenious magic Destiny Seeker has to offer. I highly recommend it.

Tori Nix

Working with Whitney was a breath of fresh air! I enjoyed every minute of my experience with bringing my book to life! Whitney not only did an exceptional job, she is also a very kind, patient, and I hope to continue to do business in the future!

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