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.
Category: Publishing
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.
We recently talked about genres vs. tropes, and how understanding them is crucial to marketing your novel and finding your target audience. We also talked about the fact that each genre contains a wealth of subgenres, which help you narrow down your readership and marketing strategy even better. However, there’s one more thing you have…
Is a small press publisher right for your book?
Writing the final draft of your book is one beast. Deciding how you want to publish it is another. In 2022, writers can publish their books in several ways other than the traditional publishing route. One option growing in popularity is going with a small press publisher.
Publication Pitch: How to craft a pitch for paid writing
So, you want a successful freelancing career. Or maybe you’re looking to be paid for your passion. Whether you’re guest posting or aiming for a staff writing position, there are a few key elements you must include when crafting a publication pitch.
What Beta Readers do and how to use them well
Beta readers are a writer’s secret weapon. In the early editing stages, they can add valuable insight to your manuscript before querying agents. But if you’re a writer just starting out, you may be wondering what beta readers do, and when to seek them out.
How much will it cost to self-publish my book?
Taking your book from written to published is a bit more complicated than it sounds. You can easily end up spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars in self-publishing costs along the way if you don’t know what to look for.
Synopsis vs Blurb: Why you need both to create a powerful query
If there are two publishing industry terms I see mixed up the most, it’s probably synopsis vs blurb. Both are very important to the publishing process, so it’s important to know the difference to be professional in conversation, and to accomplish your publishing goals.
Pitching a literary agent this year? Get prepped.
Writing conference season is just around the corner. If you read my article about how to get a literary agent through pitching instead of querying, now is the time to prepare.
Breaking down online platforms for writers: Medium, Vella, and others
If you’re new and trying to navigate the online platforms for writers, it can be overwhelming. Amazon is omnipresent, but the second you join a writing group you hear about Vella, Radish, Medium, Vocal, and dozens of others. It’s wild out there.