How to Get The Most From Your Beta Readers

Jun 10, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

If you plan to publish a book, it’s essential to get as much feedback as possible. Feedback is crucial for making sure your story is the best it can...

Should Writers Pay Submission Fees? Everything You Need to Know

Jun 3, 2024 | by Fija Callaghan

So — you’ve done it! You’ve created a sparkling masterpiece of a novel, short story, or poem, and you’re ready to show it to the world. You know that...

#book agents, #traditional publishing

The New York Times Bestseller Lists Explained

May 27, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

The New York Times Bestseller list is the most famous list of bestselling books in the United States. It has been published weekly in The New York...

#self-publishing, #traditional publishing

The Writers’ and Artists’ Yearbook: A Writer’s Best Friend

May 3, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

If you’re planning to publish a novel, then there is no greater resource than the Writers’ and Artists’ Yearbook. Every year, Bloomsbury publishing...

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How to Get Over Rejection: A Writer’s Guide

Apr 29, 2024 | by Summer Keown

Learning how to get over rejection isn’t easy, especially if you’ve poured your heart and soul into your writing. You’ve written an incredible story,...

#motivation, #traditional publishing

Preface, Introduction, Foreword, and Prologue: What They Are and How To Use Them

Apr 19, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

Have you ever wondered why some books have a preface and others don’t? Or what the difference is between an introduction and a foreword? Well, wonder...

#formatting, #writing tips

NetGalley: The Ultimate Guide for Indie Authors

Mar 4, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

NetGalley is a platform aimed at the distribution of digital galleys, otherwise known as ARCs (Advance Reader Copies), or Proofs. It’s a great way...

#audience building, #self-publishing

Commissioning Cover Art: Red Flags and How to Spot Them

Feb 19, 2024 | by Joseph D. Slater

My first bad experience with commissioning cover art came in the lead-up to the release of my novel, In the Sky. Despite the art being of very high...

#cover art, #self-publishing

Ask a Ghostwriter: Your Questions Answered

Jan 22, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

Ghostwriting is a central part of the publishing industry yet rarely discussed. Despite being involved in almost every aspect of the writing and...

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What Do Writers Need to Get Copyright Permission for?

Jan 12, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

Navigating copyright law is an incredibly difficult part of the writing and publishing process. Writers aren’t experts on the law, so it’s easy to...

#cover art, #self-publishing, #traditional publishing, #writing tips

What is a Publishing Imprint?

Dec 15, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

Have you ever noticed the small logo on the spine of your favourite book and wondered what it is? That logo belongs to the publishing imprint...

#traditional publishing

How to Self-Publish an Audiobook: A Writer’s Journey

Dec 11, 2023 | by Joseph D. Slater

The year is 2020, and I suddenly have all the time in the world. I muttle around the house, work a job where I drive for five hours a day, and...

#audiobooks, #self-publishing

How to Write an Engaging Author Bio

Nov 17, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

Ever wondered how to effectively introduce yourself to your readers? An engaging, well-written author bio can do just that. In just a few lines, your...

#self-publishing, #traditional publishing, #writing tips

How to Vet a Literary Agent

Nov 13, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

How do you find out if a literary agent is right for you? If you’re not sure, you’re in good company. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but there...

#book agents, #traditional publishing

How to Write a Killer Book Synopsis

Oct 23, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

Writing a book synopsis is probably one of the hardest parts of the submission process when you’re finally ready to find an agent to represent you...

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The 3 Best Online Publishing Platforms for Serialised Fiction

May 22, 2023 | by Rowena Wiseman

Many online publishing and writing platforms, like Wattpad, Radish, and Kindle Vella, allow you to release your stories as serials. Publishing your...

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The Pros and Cons of the Top 5 Self-Publishing Platforms

Apr 14, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

Self-publishing has become increasingly popular in recent years, with more and more writers opting to take control of the publication process...

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How To Make Money as a Writer

Mar 24, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

If you want to build a career, there are several ways to make money as a writer. How much you can make and what path you have to take to get there...

#earning as a writer, #publishing platforms, #self-publishing, #traditional publishing

A Beginner’s Guide to Navigating Twitter Pitch Events

Feb 10, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube

Twitter has become a popular platform for the writing community. You’ll often find authors sharing their work, engaging with their readers, and...

#book agents, #social media