12 Of The Best Writing Websites To Inspire You To Write
Ron Clendenin
January 16, 2019
Would you like to connect with other writers while you learn how to improve your writing skills and create books that will sell?
Author Resources
As an author, you’ll need a variety of resources and apps to support your efforts in writing, grammar checking, editing, marketing, cover design, and more. We share and review the most relevant and useful tools you’ll need to ensure your success as a self-published author. You’ll also learn the inner workings of the Amazon platform and how to best use it for your publishing success.
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24 Must-Read Stephen King Quotes On Writing
Ron Clendenin
July 26, 2019
Writing great fiction is enough of a challenge without all the conflicting advice out there. When was the last time you read a
25 Of The Best Books On Writing
Ron Clendenin
December 13, 2018
Looking for books to hone your skills as a writer? Maybe you’re looking for the perfect gift for a writer you know whose
40 Self-Publishing Resources, Tools, and Assets To Accelerate Success
Barrie Davenport
May 18, 2016
As much time as we writers spend alone behind our computers tap, tap, tapping away, one thing is certain: we just can’t do
51 Fun And Unique Gifts for Book Lovers
Ron Clendenin
June 24, 2019
Looking for some great book lover gifts? It doesn’t take much internet searching to find a wide variety of gift ideas, but we’ve
51 Gifts For Writers That Are Guaranteed To Please
Ron Clendenin
May 14, 2019
Looking for the perfect gift for the writers in your life? Maybe you’ve already bought a writing notebook and some pens, but you’re
9 Of The Best Writing Podcasts For Authors In 2019
Ron Clendenin
March 18, 2019
Podcasts for writers are a welcome guiding light in the ever-changing world of writing and publishing. Finding a publishing company isn’t the only
ASP 26: How to Find (and Manage) Virtual Assistants to Help Your Author Business
Steve Scott
February 18, 2016
Quote of the Day:
“Often the best solution to a management problem is the right person.”
– Edwin Booz
Steve, you use a virtual assistant. What kind of work do you have her do?
How has having a VA helped you?
Virtual assistants free up your time to focus on your business, and to get grasp on the bigger picture. It allows you to focus on your 80/20 tasks…
ASP 32: How to Get Published on Kindle Scout with Rachelle Christensen
Steve Scott
March 10, 2016
Quote of the Day: “When you publish a book, it’s the world’s book. The world edits it.” – Philip Roth Rachelle is the
ASP 35: A Turnkey Self-Publishing Solution with Reedsy
Steve Scott
March 21, 2016
Quote of the Day: “If you think it’s expensive to hire a professional to do the job, wait until you hire an amateur.
ASP 52: Mastering Masterminding for Your Author Business
Steve Scott
July 14, 2016
Quote of the Day: “While some diversity is healthy, there must be a unity of purpose and mission. All of the members of
ASP 60: Canva and Designing Eye-Catching Marketing Images
Steve Scott
October 6, 2016
“Creativity is magical, but is not magic.” – Charles Lamb Learn how to use Canva.com to create eye-catching images and other design projects
ASP 64: How Parkinson’s Law Can Skyrocket Your Author Productivity
Steve Scott
October 20, 2016
Improved productivity means less human sweat, not more. — Henry Ford In this episode, Steve shares how he still maintain his productivity after
ASP 80: Jyotsna Ramachandran on Outsourcing Parts of Self-Publishing Business
Steve Scott
December 19, 2016
Jyotsna Ramachandran is a stay at home mom of 2 kids and the founder of Happy Self Publishing. She started her online business
Best of Self-Publishing in November, 2016
Steve Scott
December 2, 2016
The past month has been rich in informative articles and features for self-publishing authors. Here, we break down the best of the bunch,
Book Cover Ideas: The Ultimate Guide To Bestselling Book Covers
Ron Clendenin
April 11, 2019
You’ve written a book you’re proud of, and you can hardly wait to share it. So, it’s about time you or your chosen
Grammarly Review: Is This the Best Grammar Checker?
Barrie Davenport
June 7, 2018
Even though I was an English major in college, and I have focused on writing for a large part of my life, I
Hiring the Right Book Editor
Ron Clendenin
November 3, 2017
You’ve spent a lot of time writing your book — now, make sure it’s the best it can be by hiring an editor.
How To Publish A Book On Amazon In 2019
Barrie Davenport
February 19, 2019
If you have a book and aren’t sure how to publish a book on Amazon, you’re in the right place. The changes over
List Of Standard Books Sizes To Make The Right Size Selection
Ron Clendenin
January 24, 2019
So, you have a finished book, and you’re wanting to publish a paperback (or hardback) option for your readers. But what size should
The 5 Best Types Of Music For Writing Your Book
Ron Clendenin
April 8, 2019
Is there such a thing as the best music for writing? If you’re a writer, you probably have some idea of the kind
The Best Free Book Title Generators For Choosing Your Bestselling Title
Ron Clendenin
June 24, 2019
You have a book — or a great idea for a book — and you want a title that will immediately grab the
The Definitive Guide To All Parts Of A Book
Barrie Davenport
April 1, 2019
Do you know all the different parts of a book? For instance, what do publishers mean when they refer to the “front matter”
The Hemingway Editor And App Review
Barrie Davenport
May 6, 2019
You’ve written a book (or an article), and you think it sounds pretty good. But you want to make sure it’s as error-free
The Perfect Writing Software For Your Writing Style
Kelly Huckaby
August 10, 2017
One of my most prized possessions is a red, portable Underwood typewriter. I have no idea how old it is because I can’t
The Secrets To Finding And Hiring A Cover Designer
Barrie Davenport
January 9, 2018
The cover of your book is the first thing readers see when they browse brick-and-mortar or online bookstores. Are the colors appealing? Does
Thinkific Vs. Teachable: The Final Word on These Online Course Platforms
Ron Clendenin
January 16, 2020
When you’re looking for information on the best online learning platforms, you’re likely to find reviews on both Thinkific and Teachable — as