Category Archives: Resource Tips

Adventures in Publishing: Why I Chose to Go Independent

Posted on June 9, 2017 by

Is self-publishing, independent publishing the way to go to get your book published? Continue reading →

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If You’re a Writer, Writing IS Your “Real” Job

Posted on March 1, 2017 by

Successful writers know that in order to keep producing high-quality, consistent work, they need to apply themselves every day – and not just to writing, but reading as well. If you’re not reading, you’re not going to be a good … Continue reading →

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9 Tips on How to Start a Story

Posted on February 28, 2017 by

How do you begin to tell a story without informing your reader of the where, when, who, and why? Known as an “information-dump” in the writing world, this needed information can often be boring. It must be woven into the … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons Why Selling to Libraries Needs to be a Top Priority

Posted on February 28, 2017 by

According to the ALA Materials Survey published in March 2015, the most popular categories in public libraries were Children’s picture books, general fiction, mystery/thrillers, cookbooks and memoir/bio. The complete list is here. Libraries are a commonly neglected target in the … Continue reading →

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Should You Convert Your Books to Audiobooks?

Posted on February 15, 2017 by

Johannes Gutenberg introduced his printing press to the world in 1439. The device, with its ability to move the type, started a social revolution, and I have no doubt, the morning after the announcement, Mister Gutenberg found himself besieged by … Continue reading →

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