• Best Time of Year to Release Your Book

    What Time of Year is Best to Release Your Book? Depending on the genre of your book, you’ll find there are some seasonality trends to guide you when it comes to publishing your book. Timing can play an important role in the success of your book’s release. And while the book publishing industry doesn’t follow an official publishing calendar for specific genres like the movie industry does (For instance, did you know blockbusters get released during the summer for a reason?), there are some seasonality trends that forecast when certain genre types experience higher sales. The holiday season—Thanksgiving through New…

  • How to Write a Book While Working Full-Time

    How to Write a Book When Working Full-Time Working 40 or more hours a week doesn’t have to keep you from fulfilling your dream of writing (and publishing) a book. We all have daily commitments like full-time jobs, families, friends, volunteering, and more. With careful planning and time management, it’s possible to incorporate writing time into your busy schedule and even meet your personal writing goals. It’s important to remember that writing is a process and your progress won’t always be linear. Some days you may feel like your thoughts are overflowing with creativity while other days you may struggle…

  • Tips to Start Writing Your Book Now

    Millions of people want to write a book, but only a few will. Let’s get your book across the finish line! With the right mindset and some helpful tips, writing a book can also be a rewarding experience. In this article, we offer tips to help you start writing, the steps involved in writing your book, and a deeper dive into finding beta readers to read your work when it’s time. 3 Tips to Start Writing Your Book The first step to writing your book is to simply get started. Here are some tips to help you overcome the initial…

  • How to Write a Captivating Short Story

    According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a short story is defined as an invented narrative that’s shorter than a novel, deals with a few characters, and often concentrates on the creation of mood rather than plot. A short story can come in varying shapes and sizes: Traditional: 1,500-5000 words Flash Fiction: 500-1,000 words Micro Fiction: 5-350 words Writing a short story can sometimes be more difficult than writing a full novel. You have to captivate your readers, take them on a journey to a different world, and create character and story depth, all in under 5,000 words. That is why your first…