From blank page to published: tips from published authors
Writing and publishing can feel like an uphill battle, filled with self-doubt and numerous hurdles. This weekend, I attended a local...
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MUST-HAVE PUBLISHING RESOURCES FOR AUTHORS
The saying “you don’t know what you don’t know” is so true when it comes to publishing, whether it’s self-publishing or traditional publishing. Authors are writers first and foremost. They know the craft of writing but it’s all the other steps—revising and editing, publishing, and marketing—that can be daunting, even to the most seasoned among them. This blog post compiles more than fifty links to vetted publishing industry resources. And it's still growing! (updated May 2024)
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How to safeguard your work: tips for recognizing and avoiding publishing industry scams
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How to use book awards to elevate your book to new heights
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Crafting success: a guide to creating author goals
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Exploring the world of book publishing: traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing
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Must-have publishing resources for authors (updated October 2024)
The saying “you don’t know what you don’t know” is so true when it comes to publishing, whether it’s self-publishing or traditional...
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A guide to using the Pomodoro Technique for writers
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Dec 22, 20235 min read
Top 3 questions I receive about publishing
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NaNoWriMo 2023
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Editorial passes vs. rounds
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Sep 8, 20233 min read
Query Letter 101
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Aug 11, 20236 min read
Elements of a successful book: reviews
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Jul 20, 20232 min read
Elements of a successful book: metadata
Metadata feels like a nebulous term, and for many writers, it’s components seem hard to pin down. However, it’s vital that your book has...
Jul 6, 20235 min read
Elements of a successful book: the back cover blurb
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May 25, 20235 min read
Elements of a successful book: content
Dive in with me as I explore the commonalities between successful books no matter how they were published, what genre they are, or...
Apr 15, 20235 min read
US copyright and permissions
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Aug 23, 20224 min read
Reputable self-publishing resources
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Aug 19, 20224 min read
You've written a book. Now what?
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