If you’ve ever wondered how to get your book in the library, you’re not the first. There are so many advantages to getting your book in the library! I mean, just seeing that baby on the shelf in your hometown is its own reward, but why stop there? Why not get your book in the…
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How to optimize Amazon keywords for max organic traffic
Amazon keywords define how the search engine finds your book and helps direct it right into the hands of your readers. But how do they work? Let’s discuss.
How to format a book: turning words into a product
If you’re new to publishing, then figuring out how to format a book can be incredibly intimidating. It’s also probably the thing you forget about until you’re done writing, and then you realize that you have to, you know, actually turn it into a book. Formatting involves a ton of tiny decisions that can be…
6 tips for finding ARC readers for your new book!
You may have heard of ARC readers, but how exactly do you go about getting some of your own? And once you get them…what do you do with these people?! I’d like to share my recent experience in recruiting ARCs (advanced reader copies). I might not have done everything perfectly, but since I’m quite satisfied…
What’s an Ideal Reader and how to find them
Ah, the elusive Ideal Reader. I have heard tales of such a creature. What is an Ideal Reader and how do you find them? Let’s take a look at some tricks.
Happy Audiobook Appreciation Month Writers!
June is Audiobook Appreciation Month! If you’ve been considering turning your book into an audiobook, here are some reasons why you should take the leap.
Copyright Basics for Writers: How to Know What to Use
Copyright laws can be a slippery slope. So, we’ve decided to discuss some copyright basics for writers in an effort to clarify what can and cannot be used in our writing
Different types of book readers and when you need them.
Alpha? Beta? ARC? When I first started writing these terms were a little confusing. I knew they were types of book readers but I wasn’t sure how they worked.
Questions to ask before you join an anthology
How do you know when an anthology is right for you? What anthology questions should you ask before you submit your work? Here’s a good place to start!
The age of your ideal reader matters. Here’s why.
The first step to selling your book? Find the ideal reader, and satisfy their expectations. Know how old they are, what they want, and who is buying them books.