From writing & publishing advice to author interviews, the FriesenPress Blog is where you'll find industry-leading insights on all facets of self-publishing.
Looking to reach the peak of publishing in the New Year? Watch the full replay (with transcript) of our free webinar with FriesenPress’s Bret Newton, who provides your guide to self-publishing in 2026 — from knowing when it’s time to stop writing to determining the services you’ll need.
Read MoreA book is more than words on paper. It can be a powerful business tool to build credibility, establish thought leadership, and open doors to new opportunities. Watch the full replay (with transcript) of our free webinar with FriesenPress’s Leanne Janzen, who shares the entrepreneurial benefits of publishing and the key elements of a great book everyone should know.
Read MoreAuthors today have more publishing options than ever. But which path is right for your book? Watch the full replay (with transcript) of our free publishing webinar, where FriesenPress’s Emily Perkins surveys your publishing options to help move your work from computer screen to bookshelf.
Read MoreFinishing your book is only the beginning. The next step is making sure readers can actually find it. Watch the full replay (with transcript) of our free marketing webinar, where FriesenPress’s Leanne Janzen shares practical strategies to promote your book at every stage of the publishing journey.
Read MoreYour author photo is more than just a picture—it's a story you tell through the lens. FriesenPress Publishing Specialist Lindsay Woollard shares a few tried-and-true tips to help you take a professional author photo that perfectly complements your book.
Read MoreThere’s nothing quite like a great book illustrator’s ability to bring a story to life. If you’re hiring an illustrator of your own, we’ve turned our best advice into a list of ways to help you get the most out of the relationship.
Read MoreWondering how to host a virtual book launch? Get advice from someone who’s done it well. FriesenPress author Dr. Dele Ola recently held a successful remote launch for his book Be A Change Agent. Here’s his step-by-step guide for how to throw a safe and successful launch of your very own.
Read MoreAs the first Black Chief of Police in Canada, Devon Clunis is a trailblazer in the truest sense. But in between his many career achievements, he and his wife Pearlene have also made a difference by authoring children’s books with an inclusive message. We spoke with Devon to learn more about the origins of The Little Boy From Jamaica, the impact his and Pearlene’s books have had on readers, and so much more.
Read MoreLeonard Albert Paris is the author of Jim Crow Also Lived Here. The book recounts Leonard’s first eighteen years growing up as a Black youth in rural Nova Scotia, Canada. In honour of Black History Month, we spoke with Leonard about the mission he’s on with his book, his writing process as a first-time author, and how processing the past can help us work together to build a more inclusive future.
Read MoreBook editing can be one of the most exciting and daunting aspects of the publishing journey – especially if you’re a first-timer. Award-winning author Chris Humphreys joins us with reflections and advice on how new authors can get the most out of this vital stage of the writing (yes, writing) process.
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