Even though I was an English major in college, and I have focused on writing for a large part of my life, I still overlook some errors in my writing. Some grammar rules have changed over time, and it can be challenging to relearn what was ingrained in your brain when you were younger. Because […]
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Walk into any bookstore, and you’ll see thousands upon thousands of book spines staring at you. For the average person who is “looking for a good read,” that means they’ll be scanning titles to see which ones appeal to them (usually with their head cocked to the left, to read those titles). When they come […]
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No one decides to have writer’s block. No one wakes up in the morning and thinks, “I feel like having writer’s block today.” On the contrary, getting stuck in a writing rut is something that everyone tries to avoid. What’s the best way? Writing! Journaling, specifically. Okay, I know what you’re thinking. “How can the […]
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“Sure, I know the author of that book. We’re in a group together on Facebook.” Be honest. How many of you would love to say that about your favorite author? As a self-published author, chances are good there is someone out there (or a bunch of someones) who would love to say that about you, […]
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Every time you publish a book, you’re putting your name out into the world. People will look for you on Amazon and other bookselling sites, they’ll look on social media sites, and they’ll look for an author website. Being a well-known writer and having your name instantly recognized might be the ideal for most self-published […]
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After months (possibly years) of writing, your book is finished. You’ve spared no expense. You used the best writing software to write it. You found and hired the perfect editor to polish your prose. You teased your email list and social media followers with the title and asked for their help in picking an enticing […]
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You’ll find many of the same questions posted in writing forums and Facebook groups. “How much does it cost to publish a book?” is second only to the question of how to publish a book. There are many things to consider when it comes to publishing a book. Digital or print? Self-edit or hire out? […]
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