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Switch out Bookisms – Inventing Reality’s Newsletter for Aug. 18, 2026
Craft of Writing: Switch out BookismsEver notice when reading a story that sometimes an odd word appears when “said” would do? For example, “Well, I’ve never!” she blustered. If so, you’ve just come across a bookism. A term coined by science fiction writer James Patrick Kelly, a bookism is a long word that means “said.” READ MORE Marketing Tips: How to Build Your Author’s PlatformAn author’s platform is absolutely vital to your success as an indie writer. Consisting of your website, social media, and outreach efforts, the platform gives you the tools to reach others who might buy your book.
