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How To Outline A Non-Fiction Book So Readers Can’t Put It Down
By their very nature, many non-fiction books have the clear intention of helping their readers. Author…
Book Marketing: Engineer Your Book Launch Success With A DIY Strategy
When it comes to selling books, authors have two choices: hire someone to help or apply…
Writing Tips: 6 Ways To Give Perfectionism The Boot
Perfectionism is a common issue for writers but successful, productive authors know how to deal with…
Author Mindset: 4 Practices For Overcoming Self-Doubt
Every writer grapples with self-doubt, but how we deal with those thoughts and feelings can make…
Writing Tips: 6 Ways To Write A Better Script
Writing for the stage or screen is a skill set different from that of writing books.…
6 Ways To Stay Productive In A Creative Slump
Every creative person encounters times where we’re not feeling creative at all. In this post, Macy…
Writing Tips: Using Visual Inspiration For Your Stories
If you haven’t heard of a muse board, don’t worry, you are not alone. Today’s guest…
Book Marketing: A Blueprint For Your Book Launch
Finishing your book is a huge accomplishment. Now the hard work begins. J.D. Lasica shares 10…
Writing Tips: 4 Ideas To Help Authors Revise A Book’s First Draft
It would be great if our first drafts were the end of the hard work of…
Writing Tips: Overcoming Creative Blocks With A Pendulum
Every writer has strategies they use when they’re feeling blocked creatively and the words aren’t flowing.…
How to Market Your Non-Fiction Book on Your Author Website with Relevant Content Articles
Attracting traffic to your website depends on the strategic use of your blog. SEO copywriter Dorit…
Podcasting Goes Mainstream. How Can Authors Benefit? Lessons Learned From Podcast Movement 2019
Audiobooks are the fastest-growing segment in publishing — and podcasts sell audiobooks because you’re reaching people…
Artificial Intelligence And The Indie Author With Joanna Penn And Orna Ross
Every week, there are news reports on how AI will impact jobs, but what about the…
7 Tips for Creating An Online Course For Writers
Online courses are one great way for authors to create multiple streams of income while also…
How To Build Your Own Home Sound Booth For Audiobooks And Podcasting
Audiobooks are the fastest-growing segment in publishing and podcasting is one of the best ways to…
Author Mindset: How To Thrive As A Creative In A Society That’s Always Hustling
Every successful author is both a creative and a business owner. Creative coach Margaret Olat shares…
Writing Tips: 7 Ways To Write Funnier Fiction
As Dan Brotzel points out in this post, humor is another skill writers can develop, just…
Author Mindset: Stop Reading Your Book Reviews
There’s a moment when your book goes out into the world and you realize that someone…
Author Earnings: My 2019 Breakdown Of Book Sales By Format, Genre, Vendor And Country
It’s the time of year when I report on my book sales and reflect on what…
Book Marketing: How To Make Your Blog Work For Books And Author Brand
Your author website is the one piece of internet real-estate that is entirely under your control.…
Writing Later In Life With Penny Appleton
Is it ever too late to start writing? Can you publish your first book in your…
Writing Tips: 5 Ways to Avoid Plot Holes In Your Novel
Holes in your plot will cause readers to lose interest. Not a good situation when you’re…
Book Marketing: How To Get Your Book Into Libraries
It’s possible for indie authors to go beyond thinking of selling our books just at online…
Writing Tips For Over-Writers: How To Reduce Your Word Count
Writers are natural storytellers. We love to create worlds and characters for readers to get lost…