Month in Review - April

Now that the weather has finally warmed up, I find myself spending more time outdoors. So, I wanted to recap last month before time runs away again. Now, without further ado, here's the list of the most popular blog posts for April 2025, chosen by you, the readers: 

1. Purple Day 2025 - Raising Canine Epilepsy Awareness

   
   

   

   
   

   Today, the 26th of March is Purple Day. It's a celebration aimed to raise epilepsy awareness worldwide, a condition that globally affects over 65 million people. But did you know that dogs can be afflicted with this ailment as well?

2. #BookPublishing: How to Review Your Proof Copy in Just Three Steps

   
   

   

   
   

   When publishing a book, the moment of truth is simply inevitable. After all, it is the moment that you've anxiously awaited and probably even dreamed about. You've ordered the printed proof copy of your newest book and are eagerly awaiting its arrival!

   
   

3. AI-Narrated Audiobooks: A Boone or a Bust?

   
   

   

   
   

   A couple of weeks ago, I received the following email from KDP: "Congratulations! You're invited to participate in KDP's beta for audiobooks. Starting today, you can now produce audiobook versions of your eligible eBooks using virtual voice narration

   
   

4. #WritersLife: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques to Overcome Writer's Block

   
   

   

   
   

   Many writers define writer's block as their imaginary friends refusing to talk to them. Thankfully, mine haven't stopped talking to me for too long - knock on wood! Writer’s block can happen to any of us at any time

   
   

5. #WritersLife: How to Develop an Effective Writing Habit

   
   

   

   
   

   As long as I can remember I’ve always admired writers who can crank out thousands of words per day. When writing was merely my hobby, I often struggled to carve out time to write in between my day job, family, and life in general.

   
   

   by A. Piper Burgi

   Piper is the award-winning author of The Country Girl Empress series. When she isn't busy typing on her computer, she can be found chasing after her furry children or holding on tightly to a good cup of coffee. Follow her on LinkedIn, Facebook, Medium, and Goodreads.