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December 31, 2017

So This Happened

Those of you already following me on social media are already aware of this….but… I hate to be so dramatic but I have news… Yesterday it became official. I’ve been doing some underground work and…. …on Saturday, December 30, 2017, one of my books made it to the shelves of a brick and mortar bookstore… Continue reading

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December 29, 2017

An Alternative to ACX for Audiobook Production and Distribution – Jane Friedman

Has anyone tried ListenUp for audiobook production? It sounds interesting, though the upfront cost is pretty STEEP. lol. Aside from the service itself, I like what they said about Audiobook sales being dependent on the success of the book in print and digital format. Gave me a new perspective on how to approach audiobooks. My… Continue reading

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December 29, 2017

Indie Authors and Controversial Posts – Should You? Should You Not?

DISCLAIMER: This is simply my own opinion. I also stress throughout the post that no one has the right to be disrespectful. Writing is a business and publishing books is a career move. I always encourage you to use wisdom in all that you do. Even if you are speaking truth, don’t put people down.… Continue reading

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December 26, 2017

Renaissance Ebook 99cents from now through Friday 12/29

CLICK HERE TO BUY NOW After letting Revelation: The Nora White Story Book Two, sit for about two months, I am right back into revisions and getting excited all over again. As such, I decided to give those of you who have not read Book One an opportunity to do so. Renaissance: The Nora White… Continue reading

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December 18, 2017

Breaking: Readers Can expect a New Zora Neale Hurston Book in 2018

For those of you familiar with my latest novel, Renaissance, you know that Zora makes a guest appearance so I am excited to dig into her newest release from Harper Collins next year. It sounds like a powerful one. Here’s what’s going on: HarperCollins will launch a never-before-published book by Zora Neale Hurston. Barracoon is a non-fiction work… Continue reading

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December 14, 2017

Premade Book Covers: 2 Things to Keep in Mind

There’s a quote floating around somewhere that says: “Don’t go broke trying to prove to other broke people that you ain’t broke.” Many authors are on budgets now more than ever and this has created an entirely new source of income for graphic designers, many of whom offer premade book covers as well as custom… Continue reading

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December 8, 2017

New Author Tip

Blogging has greatly impacted my writing life. The knowledge and wisdom from my fellow bloggers is amazing. I love that we build each other up and alert one another to things that may seem fishy in the publishing industry. I love that we promote each other and help advance the other’s writing life. That said,… Continue reading

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