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Publishing 101: The Role of Literary Agents and How to Find One
Publishing 101: The Role of Literary Agents and How to Find One For many aspiring authors, landing a literary agent feels like a major milestone. And in many ways, it is. A literary agent can be your key to unlocking the doors of traditional publishing, acting as both a guide and advocate throughout your publishing…
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Publishing 101: How to Choose the Right Publishing Path – Traditional vs. Self-Publishing
As an author, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is how to get your book into the hands of readers. In today’s publishing landscape, you have two main paths to consider: traditional publishing and self-publishing. Both come with their own set of advantages and challenges, and the right choice for you depends on…
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Publishing 101: The Importance of ISBNs, Copyrights, and Book Metadata
When it comes to publishing a book, most authors focus on the creative side—writing, editing, and cover design. However, there’s a technical aspect to publishing that can have a significant impact on your book’s success. ISBNs, copyrights, and book metadata are crucial components of the publishing process, and understanding how they work will ensure that…
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Publishing 101: How to Handle Reviews and Reader Feedback
Congratulations! You’ve made it through the grueling process of writing, editing, and publishing your book. Now that your work is out in the world, you’re probably bracing yourself for the next big step: hearing what readers have to say. Whether the reviews are glowing, critical, or somewhere in between, navigating reader feedback can be one…
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Publishing 101: Marketing Your Book
In today’s competitive publishing landscape, marketing your book effectively is just as crucial as writing it. The most successful authors often begin their marketing efforts long before their book hits the shelves. This proactive approach, known as pre-release marketing, can help build anticipation, create a loyal fan base, and set the stage for strong initial…
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Superstition: Culture’s Little Fantasies
As Friday the 13th approached on my calendar, I found myself wondering about the origins of this infamous day.
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Publishing 101: Editing Your Work
In the journey from manuscript to published book, editing plays a pivotal role. It’s a process that transforms raw text into polished prose, ensuring that the author’s vision reaches readers in its best possible form. I wanted to cover the various types of editors involved and the crucial steps that take place before a book…
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Interview with the AI
My mind being what it is, it immediately posed me this question: “Could an AI interview me for their blog?” And so I set out to see how it would turn out…
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Publishing 101: Book Tours
Welcome to the first installment of my new series on publishing and marketing books. Today, we’ll be diving deep into the world of book tours. Whether you’re a debut author or a seasoned writer, understanding how book tours work can be crucial to your marketing strategy. Let’s explore the purpose, planning, execution, and evolution of…
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Thinking about names: side characters – part 1
In my struggle to find names for the many characters that enter the story and exit it just as quickly, I have come up with some sources of inspiration which I will explore in this mini-series of posts.
