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Bringing Book Events into the 21st Century

Are you ramping up for your summer book launch? Or maybe you’re getting ready for a reading at your local bookstore? Authors have been walking the same line when it comes to these sorts of events since well… basically forever. I’m here to say, that just as the book industry is changing, these events should […]

How Your Health Routine Impacts Your Writing Routine

Filed in From the Desk of... by Erika Bennett on April 16, 2019 • 0 Comments

Health routines are a trending topic in the wellness world, but did you know that the choices you make surrounding your health can also contribute to your writing routine in positive and negative ways? Just as an unhealthy diet or lack of exercise routine can leave you feeling lethargic and unmotivated, those unhealthy routines can […]

Exploring Online Book Communities

Filed in From the Desk of..., Marketing Your Book by Carmen Benzine on April 2, 2019 • 0 Comments

At this point, most of us know the importance of having an online presence, particularly as an author. It’s the best way for authors and writers alike to establish and promote themselves within the publishing community. Whether we like it or not, the industry is moving in a digital direction. Event announcements, interacting with readers, […]

Beta Readers: Part 1

Filed in Ask the Editor, From the Desk of... by Erika Bennett on March 26, 2019 • 2 Comments

You’ve successfully finished the first draft of your manuscript and are feeling pretty good about your story overall. Maybe you’re ready to take some time off before diving into revisions; or worse yet, you think it’s ready for editing. There is an integral piece of the revision process, however, many writers miss out on—beta readers. […]

Maximize Your Reach with Holiday Shoppers

Filed in From the Desk of..., Marketing Your Book by Corey Mapp on October 5, 2018 • 0 Comments

At this point, many of us know that the holidays are the biggest book-buying season of the year. That being said, books don’t sell themselves (usually). You’ll need to be sure that you’re doing your very best when it comes to marketing your book to help maximize your reach with those holiday shoppers. Just how […]