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WriteStats turns raw numbers into clear answers → writestats.com
📊 Spot the trends before they peak
📈 See what's getting readers talking
📚 Make every release a smarter move
#WritingCommunity #BookData #BookSky
Goal setting for authors works best when it respects both creativity and reality.
We explored how author vision board goals 2026 can be built around reader behavior, platform trends, and sustainable writing systems without turning art into spreadsheets:
We explored how author vision board goals 2026 can be built around reader behavior, platform trends, and sustainable writing systems without turning art into spreadsheets:
Author Vision Board Goals 2026: Data-Driven Analytics for Writing Success
Build author vision board goals 2026 using real publishing data. Learn how writers can set creative goals backed by analytics, metrics, and strategy.
writestats.com
January 1, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Goal setting for authors works best when it respects both creativity and reality.
We explored how author vision board goals 2026 can be built around reader behavior, platform trends, and sustainable writing systems without turning art into spreadsheets:
We explored how author vision board goals 2026 can be built around reader behavior, platform trends, and sustainable writing systems without turning art into spreadsheets:
Book hangover psychology is real and authors can understand it.
This piece explores how emotional immersion, character bonds, and worldbuilding affect the brain long after the final page.
Written for writers who want their stories to last:
This piece explores how emotional immersion, character bonds, and worldbuilding affect the brain long after the final page.
Written for writers who want their stories to last:
Book Hangover Psychology: What Authors Need to Know About Creating Stories Readers Can’t Let Go Of
Book hangover psychology explained for authors. Learn how emotional immersion and character attachment create stories readers can’t forget.
writestats.com
January 1, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Book hangover psychology is real and authors can understand it.
This piece explores how emotional immersion, character bonds, and worldbuilding affect the brain long after the final page.
Written for writers who want their stories to last:
This piece explores how emotional immersion, character bonds, and worldbuilding affect the brain long after the final page.
Written for writers who want their stories to last:
Hello, 2026.
A new year for better questions, better data, and better stories.
Wishing writers and publishers a year of insight, clarity, and meaningful connection, with readers and with each other.
Happy New Year from WriteStats ✨
A new year for better questions, better data, and better stories.
Wishing writers and publishers a year of insight, clarity, and meaningful connection, with readers and with each other.
Happy New Year from WriteStats ✨
December 31, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Hello, 2026.
A new year for better questions, better data, and better stories.
Wishing writers and publishers a year of insight, clarity, and meaningful connection, with readers and with each other.
Happy New Year from WriteStats ✨
A new year for better questions, better data, and better stories.
Wishing writers and publishers a year of insight, clarity, and meaningful connection, with readers and with each other.
Happy New Year from WriteStats ✨
Bestsellers rise. Hidden gems sink.
Why? Because book recommendation algorithms often reward popularity over novelty.
Our latest post digs into the numbers and what that means for curious readers: writestats.com/the-data-beh...
#BookSky
Why? Because book recommendation algorithms often reward popularity over novelty.
Our latest post digs into the numbers and what that means for curious readers: writestats.com/the-data-beh...
#BookSky
The Data Behind “If You Liked This, You’ll Love That”: How Book Recommendation Algorithms Really Work
Explore the magic of book recommendation algorithms that analyze your reading habits to suggest your next great read.
writestats.com
December 31, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Bestsellers rise. Hidden gems sink.
Why? Because book recommendation algorithms often reward popularity over novelty.
Our latest post digs into the numbers and what that means for curious readers: writestats.com/the-data-beh...
#BookSky
Why? Because book recommendation algorithms often reward popularity over novelty.
Our latest post digs into the numbers and what that means for curious readers: writestats.com/the-data-beh...
#BookSky
Readers don’t experience the same story the same way in print and digital.
Paper supports immersion and recall.
Screens support speed and momentum.
Here’s what the science says and how you can write with that awareness: writestats.com/paper-vs-scr...
#writingcommunity
Paper supports immersion and recall.
Screens support speed and momentum.
Here’s what the science says and how you can write with that awareness: writestats.com/paper-vs-scr...
#writingcommunity
Paper vs. Screen Reading: What New Research Says About Focus, Retention, and Emotional Engagement
Explore the debate of paper vs. screen reading. Discover how format affects focus, comprehension, and emotional engagement.
writestats.com
December 31, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Readers don’t experience the same story the same way in print and digital.
Paper supports immersion and recall.
Screens support speed and momentum.
Here’s what the science says and how you can write with that awareness: writestats.com/paper-vs-scr...
#writingcommunity
Paper supports immersion and recall.
Screens support speed and momentum.
Here’s what the science says and how you can write with that awareness: writestats.com/paper-vs-scr...
#writingcommunity
The future of publishing isn’t about gatekeeping, it’s about guidance.
Authors want to feel seen, supported, and respected.
Our latest report explains how publishers can deliver exactly that: writestats.com/what-authors... #WritingCommunity
Authors want to feel seen, supported, and respected.
Our latest report explains how publishers can deliver exactly that: writestats.com/what-authors... #WritingCommunity
What Authors Want from Publishers: The Data-Backed Reality
Discover what authors want from publishers, from transparency and fair royalties to collaboration and career growth. Data-backed insights for modern publishing.
buff.ly
December 30, 2025 at 9:56 PM
The future of publishing isn’t about gatekeeping, it’s about guidance.
Authors want to feel seen, supported, and respected.
Our latest report explains how publishers can deliver exactly that: writestats.com/what-authors... #WritingCommunity
Authors want to feel seen, supported, and respected.
Our latest report explains how publishers can deliver exactly that: writestats.com/what-authors... #WritingCommunity
After 35 years as a detective, Kim Booth now writes fiction drawn from real investigations.
His novels reveal how truth fuels the most compelling stories.
Explore his journey, process, and perspective in our latest WriteStats interview → buff.ly/D7EkoYU
#Booksky
His novels reveal how truth fuels the most compelling stories.
Explore his journey, process, and perspective in our latest WriteStats interview → buff.ly/D7EkoYU
#Booksky
Kim Booth: From Detective to Crime Writer, Turning Real Investigations into Fiction that Cuts Deep
Explore the gripping world of Kim Booth, a retired detective turned crime novelist with authentic stories of real policing.
writestats.com
December 30, 2025 at 7:10 PM
After 35 years as a detective, Kim Booth now writes fiction drawn from real investigations.
His novels reveal how truth fuels the most compelling stories.
Explore his journey, process, and perspective in our latest WriteStats interview → buff.ly/D7EkoYU
#Booksky
His novels reveal how truth fuels the most compelling stories.
Explore his journey, process, and perspective in our latest WriteStats interview → buff.ly/D7EkoYU
#Booksky
Nostalgia, ritual, and emotional safety; these are the real drivers behind the rise of comfort fiction.
Learn the psychology behind cozy reads and how to write them effectively → writestats.com/why-readers-...
#Writingcommunity
Learn the psychology behind cozy reads and how to write them effectively → writestats.com/why-readers-...
#Writingcommunity
Why Readers Turn to Comfort Fiction: The Psychology Behind Nostalgia and Cozy Reads
Discover why readers turn to comfort fiction; the psychology and nostalgia behind it, with tips for authors to write stories that heal.
writestats.com
December 30, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Nostalgia, ritual, and emotional safety; these are the real drivers behind the rise of comfort fiction.
Learn the psychology behind cozy reads and how to write them effectively → writestats.com/why-readers-...
#Writingcommunity
Learn the psychology behind cozy reads and how to write them effectively → writestats.com/why-readers-...
#Writingcommunity
Stories aren’t getting sadder, they’re getting more honest.
As uncertainty rises, readers gravitate toward emotional realism in fiction, stories that acknowledge loss without exploiting it.
We break down the psychology, and craft implications here: writestats.com/emotional-re...
#writingcommmunity
As uncertainty rises, readers gravitate toward emotional realism in fiction, stories that acknowledge loss without exploiting it.
We break down the psychology, and craft implications here: writestats.com/emotional-re...
#writingcommmunity
Emotional Realism in Fiction: The Data Behind the Rise of Bittersweet and Honest Storytelling
Why emotional realism in fiction is rising. Data driven insights on bittersweet endings, reader psychology, and how authors can write emotionally honest stories.
writestats.com
December 29, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Stories aren’t getting sadder, they’re getting more honest.
As uncertainty rises, readers gravitate toward emotional realism in fiction, stories that acknowledge loss without exploiting it.
We break down the psychology, and craft implications here: writestats.com/emotional-re...
#writingcommmunity
As uncertainty rises, readers gravitate toward emotional realism in fiction, stories that acknowledge loss without exploiting it.
We break down the psychology, and craft implications here: writestats.com/emotional-re...
#writingcommmunity
Many endings fail not because of the plot, but because they break the reader’s emotional contract.
Our new article explores what endings readers actually want and how authors can align structure, tone, and theme with those expectations.
Read the study:
Our new article explores what endings readers actually want and how authors can align structure, tone, and theme with those expectations.
Read the study:
Are Authors Writing the Endings Readers Want? A Comparative Data Study
Explore whether authors are writing the endings readers want. Discover the impact of story conclusions on readers and recommendations.
writestats.com
December 28, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Many endings fail not because of the plot, but because they break the reader’s emotional contract.
Our new article explores what endings readers actually want and how authors can align structure, tone, and theme with those expectations.
Read the study:
Our new article explores what endings readers actually want and how authors can align structure, tone, and theme with those expectations.
Read the study:
Amr Muneer Dahab’s process is disarmingly simple:
“I write in Word. I design my covers in PowerPoint.”
Proof that creative mastery doesn’t depend on complexity, just vision and persistence.
💡 Full feature → writestats.com/amr-muneer-d...
#AuthorLife #CreativeProcess #WriteStats
“I write in Word. I design my covers in PowerPoint.”
Proof that creative mastery doesn’t depend on complexity, just vision and persistence.
💡 Full feature → writestats.com/amr-muneer-d...
#AuthorLife #CreativeProcess #WriteStats
Amr Muneer Dahab: The Essayist Who Turned Challenge Into a Literary Philosophy
Learn about Amr Muneer Dahab's journey from engineering to becoming a celebrated voice in bilingual literature and cultural critique.
writestats.com
December 28, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Amr Muneer Dahab’s process is disarmingly simple:
“I write in Word. I design my covers in PowerPoint.”
Proof that creative mastery doesn’t depend on complexity, just vision and persistence.
💡 Full feature → writestats.com/amr-muneer-d...
#AuthorLife #CreativeProcess #WriteStats
“I write in Word. I design my covers in PowerPoint.”
Proof that creative mastery doesn’t depend on complexity, just vision and persistence.
💡 Full feature → writestats.com/amr-muneer-d...
#AuthorLife #CreativeProcess #WriteStats
The Kindle bestseller list is no longer an exclusive club.
It’s proof that great stories —and smart strategy— can come from anywhere.
Explore how indie authors are doing it:
It’s proof that great stories —and smart strategy— can come from anywhere.
Explore how indie authors are doing it:
How to Become a Kindle Bestseller: Join the 50% Who Are Self-Published
Ready to rise in the ranks? Learn how to become a Kindle bestseller and take your self-publishing journey to new heights.
writestats.com
December 28, 2025 at 1:54 PM
The Kindle bestseller list is no longer an exclusive club.
It’s proof that great stories —and smart strategy— can come from anywhere.
Explore how indie authors are doing it:
It’s proof that great stories —and smart strategy— can come from anywhere.
Explore how indie authors are doing it:
Got 10 minutes and a love for stories?
Discover why Micro-Reading Habits are becoming every bookworm’s secret superpower.
☕ Read here:
Discover why Micro-Reading Habits are becoming every bookworm’s secret superpower.
☕ Read here:
The Rise of Micro-Reading: How Short-Form Fiction and Serialized Storytelling Are Redefining Reading
Discover how Micro-Reading Habits, from short-form fiction to serialized storytelling, are redefining reading for modern bookworms.
writestats.com
December 28, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Got 10 minutes and a love for stories?
Discover why Micro-Reading Habits are becoming every bookworm’s secret superpower.
☕ Read here:
Discover why Micro-Reading Habits are becoming every bookworm’s secret superpower.
☕ Read here:
Jessica Scachetti doesn’t write polished faith fiction, she writes honest faith fiction.
In her WriteStats interview, she shares what it means to self-publish with no budget, balance family and creativity, and still write stories centered on Christ’s love.
Read here:
In her WriteStats interview, she shares what it means to self-publish with no budget, balance family and creativity, and still write stories centered on Christ’s love.
Read here:
Faith, Mafia Romance, and Indie Grit: Inside Jessica Scachetti’s Unconventional Writing Journey
An in-depth interview with Jessica Scachetti on gritty Christian romance, zero-budget self-publishing, faith-driven writing, and indie author life.
writestats.com
December 27, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Jessica Scachetti doesn’t write polished faith fiction, she writes honest faith fiction.
In her WriteStats interview, she shares what it means to self-publish with no budget, balance family and creativity, and still write stories centered on Christ’s love.
Read here:
In her WriteStats interview, she shares what it means to self-publish with no budget, balance family and creativity, and still write stories centered on Christ’s love.
Read here:
26.5% of readers read primarily to learn.
They want structure, clarity, and story; not just information.
For authors, that means your book isn’t just entertainment. It’s education.
Full piece: writestats.com/26-of-reader...
#WriteStats #ReaderData #WritingLife
They want structure, clarity, and story; not just information.
For authors, that means your book isn’t just entertainment. It’s education.
Full piece: writestats.com/26-of-reader...
#WriteStats #ReaderData #WritingLife
How to Write Educational Books That Engage Readers
Discover effective strategies on how to write educational books that appeal to the growing number of knowledge-driven readers.
writestats.com
December 27, 2025 at 12:32 PM
26.5% of readers read primarily to learn.
They want structure, clarity, and story; not just information.
For authors, that means your book isn’t just entertainment. It’s education.
Full piece: writestats.com/26-of-reader...
#WriteStats #ReaderData #WritingLife
They want structure, clarity, and story; not just information.
For authors, that means your book isn’t just entertainment. It’s education.
Full piece: writestats.com/26-of-reader...
#WriteStats #ReaderData #WritingLife
The publishing industry feels chaotic right now because so much changed so quickly.
This article doesn’t add noise.
It adds clarity.
A grounded, data-backed roadmap for authors heading into 2026:
This article doesn’t add noise.
It adds clarity.
A grounded, data-backed roadmap for authors heading into 2026:
What Authors Must Do in 2026: Strategy & Action Plan
Discover what authors must do in 2026 to stay competitive. A practical, data-driven action plan covering marketing, publishing trends, platforms, and reader behavior.
writestats.com
December 26, 2025 at 7:16 PM
The publishing industry feels chaotic right now because so much changed so quickly.
This article doesn’t add noise.
It adds clarity.
A grounded, data-backed roadmap for authors heading into 2026:
This article doesn’t add noise.
It adds clarity.
A grounded, data-backed roadmap for authors heading into 2026:
Cozy blankets. Long nights. Snow outside. A book that fits the mood.
That is winter reading at its best.
Check out our guide on building a winter reading life you will actually stick to:
That is winter reading at its best.
Check out our guide on building a winter reading life you will actually stick to:
Why Read Books Seasonally: The Magic of Winter Reading
Find out how to make your reading life more intentional by understanding why read books seasonally encourages meaningful connections.
writestats.com
December 26, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Cozy blankets. Long nights. Snow outside. A book that fits the mood.
That is winter reading at its best.
Check out our guide on building a winter reading life you will actually stick to:
That is winter reading at its best.
Check out our guide on building a winter reading life you will actually stick to:
One of the hardest truths for authors:
Readers can love your book and still never leave a review.
This isn’t indifference. It’s human behavior.
We explored why readers don’t review books and how authors can design better pathways to action: writestats.com/readers-love...
#writingcommunity
Readers can love your book and still never leave a review.
This isn’t indifference. It’s human behavior.
We explored why readers don’t review books and how authors can design better pathways to action: writestats.com/readers-love...
#writingcommunity
Why Readers Don’t Review Books They Love and What Authors Can Do About It
Discover why readers do not review books and learn strategies to encourage them to share their thoughts and support.
writestats.com
December 25, 2025 at 9:03 PM
One of the hardest truths for authors:
Readers can love your book and still never leave a review.
This isn’t indifference. It’s human behavior.
We explored why readers don’t review books and how authors can design better pathways to action: writestats.com/readers-love...
#writingcommunity
Readers can love your book and still never leave a review.
This isn’t indifference. It’s human behavior.
We explored why readers don’t review books and how authors can design better pathways to action: writestats.com/readers-love...
#writingcommunity
Authors don’t want one path, they want options.
Hybrid publishing and self-publishing both offer that, in different ways.
Our latest analysis helps you find your fit → writestats.com/hybrid-publi...
#PublishingIndustry #WritingCommunity
Hybrid publishing and self-publishing both offer that, in different ways.
Our latest analysis helps you find your fit → writestats.com/hybrid-publi...
#PublishingIndustry #WritingCommunity
Hybrid Publishing vs Self-Publishing: Which Path Is Right for You?
Choose between hybrid publishing vs self publishing with confidence. Expert comparison of costs, control, speed, and author success stories.
writestats.com
December 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Authors don’t want one path, they want options.
Hybrid publishing and self-publishing both offer that, in different ways.
Our latest analysis helps you find your fit → writestats.com/hybrid-publi...
#PublishingIndustry #WritingCommunity
Hybrid publishing and self-publishing both offer that, in different ways.
Our latest analysis helps you find your fit → writestats.com/hybrid-publi...
#PublishingIndustry #WritingCommunity
Consistency beats perfection.
The authors who win at email aren’t the fanciest, they’re the most intentional.
Here’s how to become one of them 👇
writestats.com/why-authors-...
The authors who win at email aren’t the fanciest, they’re the most intentional.
Here’s how to become one of them 👇
writestats.com/why-authors-...
Why Authors Struggle with Email Marketing (And How to Fix It)
Discover why authors struggle with email marketing and learn practical, easy steps to fix it and grow a loyal reader community.
writestats.com
December 24, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Consistency beats perfection.
The authors who win at email aren’t the fanciest, they’re the most intentional.
Here’s how to become one of them 👇
writestats.com/why-authors-...
The authors who win at email aren’t the fanciest, they’re the most intentional.
Here’s how to become one of them 👇
writestats.com/why-authors-...
One thing that stood out in our interview with Serena Haywood is how deeply psychology shapes her writing.
Her stories and nonfiction aren’t about shock or shortcuts, they’re about clarity, empathy, and helping readers feel seen.
Full Interview is live:
Her stories and nonfiction aren’t about shock or shortcuts, they’re about clarity, empathy, and helping readers feel seen.
Full Interview is live:
Serena Haywood on Writing, Psychology, and Creating Stories That Make Readers Feel Seen
Serena Haywood shares her writing journey, storytelling process, views on AI, and how she creates emotionally resonant books.
writestats.com
December 24, 2025 at 5:58 PM
One thing that stood out in our interview with Serena Haywood is how deeply psychology shapes her writing.
Her stories and nonfiction aren’t about shock or shortcuts, they’re about clarity, empathy, and helping readers feel seen.
Full Interview is live:
Her stories and nonfiction aren’t about shock or shortcuts, they’re about clarity, empathy, and helping readers feel seen.
Full Interview is live:
If you are building your author career understanding the Classic Literature Revival is more valuable than ever.
Learn why these books still sell and how you can use their storytelling DNA in your own work.
Read more:
Learn why these books still sell and how you can use their storytelling DNA in your own work.
Read more:
The Classic Literature Revival and What It Means for Modern Authors
Join the Classic Literature Revival and transform your reading list with timeless stories that shape our understanding of the world.
writestats.com
December 24, 2025 at 2:54 PM
If you are building your author career understanding the Classic Literature Revival is more valuable than ever.
Learn why these books still sell and how you can use their storytelling DNA in your own work.
Read more:
Learn why these books still sell and how you can use their storytelling DNA in your own work.
Read more:
Some authors write stories. Others build worlds they hope will last a century.
Viktor is the latter.
Our latest interview explores his creative origins, his sculptor’s approach to magic systems, and his vision for a multi-format fantasy world:
Viktor is the latter.
Our latest interview explores his creative origins, his sculptor’s approach to magic systems, and his vision for a multi-format fantasy world:
Viktor: Inside the Creative World of an Epic Fantasy Author Building a Ten-Book Saga
Discover Viktor’s creative journey, worldbuilding process, and ten-book vision behind The Ninth Dragon. An in-depth, inspiring look at an indie fantasy author.
writestats.com
December 23, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Some authors write stories. Others build worlds they hope will last a century.
Viktor is the latter.
Our latest interview explores his creative origins, his sculptor’s approach to magic systems, and his vision for a multi-format fantasy world:
Viktor is the latter.
Our latest interview explores his creative origins, his sculptor’s approach to magic systems, and his vision for a multi-format fantasy world:
Today’s true crime authors are investigators, historians, and ethicists.
The genre has transformed from sensationalism to social critique.
Discover the True Crime Literary Evolution in our latest WriteStats analysis.
Read: writestats.com/true-crime-l...
#TrueCrime #BookSky
The genre has transformed from sensationalism to social critique.
Discover the True Crime Literary Evolution in our latest WriteStats analysis.
Read: writestats.com/true-crime-l...
#TrueCrime #BookSky
True Crime Literary Evolution: From Victorian Scandal Sheets to Modern Masterpieces
Explore the True Crime Literary Evolution, a journey from Victorian pamphlets to a powerful genre exploring fear and justice.
writestats.com
December 23, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Today’s true crime authors are investigators, historians, and ethicists.
The genre has transformed from sensationalism to social critique.
Discover the True Crime Literary Evolution in our latest WriteStats analysis.
Read: writestats.com/true-crime-l...
#TrueCrime #BookSky
The genre has transformed from sensationalism to social critique.
Discover the True Crime Literary Evolution in our latest WriteStats analysis.
Read: writestats.com/true-crime-l...
#TrueCrime #BookSky
One of the clearest lessons from 2025 publishing data:
Traditional publishing didn’t fail.
But it shifted responsibility onto authors.
Part 6 of the WriteStats Publishing Year in Review examines what changed and how authors can adapt strategically in 2026:
Traditional publishing didn’t fail.
But it shifted responsibility onto authors.
Part 6 of the WriteStats Publishing Year in Review examines what changed and how authors can adapt strategically in 2026:
What Traditional Publishing Looked Like in 2025: A data-driven look at the traditional landscape
Traditional Publishing in 2025 faced major shifts. Learn how authors can navigate this evolving landscape effectively.
writestats.com
December 23, 2025 at 7:10 PM
One of the clearest lessons from 2025 publishing data:
Traditional publishing didn’t fail.
But it shifted responsibility onto authors.
Part 6 of the WriteStats Publishing Year in Review examines what changed and how authors can adapt strategically in 2026:
Traditional publishing didn’t fail.
But it shifted responsibility onto authors.
Part 6 of the WriteStats Publishing Year in Review examines what changed and how authors can adapt strategically in 2026: