publishing
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Self-Publishing and Formatting Quick Tips
Originally posted on Lit World Interviews: One of the biggest challenges to Indies is getting a professionally published looking book when up against the costs of editing, proofreading, formatting and cover designs. If you can afford these services then foregoing them is not a good idea, but when you really can’t afford them they can… Continue reading
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Dear Authors, This Summer, Introduce Yourself!
I love the warm weather! The flowers are blooming and everything is just abounding with life. What a perfect occasion to introduce something new. Last week I announced the start of a new series on The PBS Blog and boy have you all responded! So, this post is to remind you that if you want… Continue reading
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Are you attending the #IndieAuthorFringe event? 18th March #writers #authors

YO! AUTHORS! Check it out. This is what I mean by attending FREE online webinars and conferences to aid in your education when you cannot afford to pay for a live one. This is a FREE, online global conference for authors, run fringe to the major book fairs: London, BEA & Frankfurt Bookfairs, broadcasting 24… Continue reading
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Book Reviews & WHY They Matter

Colleen talks the importance of leaving reviews. FYI. I would love to review The Heartstone Chronicles ; ) Continue reading
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Author Earnings Report: The Top 12 Trends For 2017
Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis: Hugh Howey and The Data Guy have now done all their usual number crunching and published the latest report. What trends can we identify in 2017, based on their impressive (as always) work? 1. For traditionally published books, print is king. 2. However, this reign is highly genre-dependent. In… Continue reading
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Advice for Aspiring Writers from Nicole Dennis-Benn
“Ask yourself why you’re writing and who you’re writing for. Know in your heart that there is no such thing as one story….At the end of the day, your authentic voice and heart will speak to readers. Do not be deterred by rejection. Keep writing, keep knocking on doors, keep sending out work. Never have… Continue reading
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BREATHE
Dear Author, Writing is just as psychological and spiritual as it is physical. The level of mental clarity necessary to write books is not something that any writer can ignore. From reaching out to people for special appearances, book signings, and speaking engagements, it goes without saying that taking on this enormous responsibility will require… Continue reading
