Want to Take Your Writing Up a Level? Try These Tools

From sending your blog to an email list to auto schedulers, these programs can make writing tasks tons easier

Writing is EXACTLY the same as any other profession in that a few great tools can make a world of difference in the results you get. I’m compiling a list of some of my favorites to get you started.

1. Grammarly

OK, you probably saw this one coming right out of the gate. Writers have flocked to Grammarly for years to keep their basic spelling, grammar, and punctuation as buff as The Rock. But it’s the paid versions of the plans that really set the tool apart for serious writers. The premium version, for instance, can help you with tone, fluency, or the inclusivity of your language, as well as formatting. The business version, which you might want to consider given that *cough* self-publishing really is a real job, offers additional support like analytics, snippets, and brand tones. It’s great if you consistently work with a team on your content.

The key with Grammarly is that you have to have the courage to ignore it as much as you trust it. You likely will have positive idiosyncrasies in your writing that the tool keeps wanting to destroy. Don’t let it. Always ask yourself if the suggestions are…