Jul 17, 2026 | by Arthur Franz IV | Publishing
When I was pursuing an MFA in Fiction Writing, every time I got a rejection letter from a publication, I would tape it to my bedroom wall. By the...
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Jun 25, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
While there are many paths you can take to get your book out into the world, there are three main routes to publishing. Traditional publishing is the...
#publishing platforms, #self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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Jun 1, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Publishing
“I need to figure out what genre my book is. I don’t think mine is classified as one, if you know what I mean?” You’re definitely not alone in...
#self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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May 22, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
You’ve finished your manuscript, and you’re ready to pitch your novel to an agent. But how do you ensure your query letter will stand out from the...
#book agents, #traditional publishing
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Mar 13, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Editing
You’re going to be putting a lot of time and effort into your book, so it’s important that it’s as good as it can be. With all the different types of...
#self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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Feb 5, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
As a creative writer, you build unique worlds and create characters who mean something to you and your readers. So how can you protect those...
#self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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Jan 7, 2026 | by Lydia Yadi | Publishing
You’ve thought of an amazing idea for a non-fiction book that you feel passionately you need to write. But how do you get an agent or publisher to...
#non-fiction, #traditional publishing
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Jan 5, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Book Promotion
“I’ve finished my novel and I’m ready to share it with the world, but I have no idea where to start. How do I get my writing noticed? Social media...
#marketing, #self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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Oct 3, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
ISBNs sound like a scary hoop that authors have to jump through, so let’s take a moment to unravel the mystery and give you a bit more clarity on...
#self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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Aug 29, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Writing
There are no hard and fast rules for how long your book or story must be, but there are recommended word counts that can help you reach success. They...
#book agents, #self-publishing, #traditional publishing, #writing tips
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Jul 21, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Publishing
“What are the pros and cons of self publishing, choosing a small press, or going down the trad publishing route?” Every writer’s journey to...
#publishing platforms, #self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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Jul 17, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
A galley proof, also known as an advance copy, ARC (advance reader copy), uncorrected proof, or just galley or proof, is a crucial part of the...
#self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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Jul 4, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Writing
There is no better teacher than criticism. And rejection, no matter what form it takes, is just a form of criticism. While true criticism usually...
#self-publishing, #traditional publishing, #writing tips
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Sep 30, 2024 | by Fija Callaghan | Ask Novlr, Publishing
“I’ve often seen many publications and publishers often require a cover letter for submissions alongside the work itself. Do you have any advice on...
#book agents, #traditional publishing
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Sep 13, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
Publishing a book is an exciting journey, but it’s not just about writing a great story. It’s also about presenting it in a way that’s attractive,...
#formatting, #self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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Sep 6, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Book Promotion
There’s a common misconception that because traditional publishers have contacts and marketing budgets to throw behind their releases, traditionally...
#marketing, #social media, #traditional publishing
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Jul 22, 2024 | by Alessia Troisi | Book Promotion
One of the biggest challenges writers face today, both traditionally and self-published, is marketing. While it does take some work, social media is...
#marketing, #self-publishing, #social media, #traditional publishing
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Jun 3, 2024 | by Fija Callaghan | Publishing
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
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May 27, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Book Promotion, Publishing
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
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May 3, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Books, Publishing
If you’re planning to publish a novel, then there is no greater resource than the Writers’ and Artists’ Yearbook. Every year, Bloomsbury publishing...
#book agents, #book recommendations, #self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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Apr 29, 2024 | by Summer Keown | Publishing
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
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Jan 12, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing, Writing
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
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Dec 15, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
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...
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Nov 17, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
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
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Nov 13, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
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
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Oct 23, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
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...
#book agents, #traditional publishing, #writing tips
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Mar 24, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
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
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