From writing & publishing advice to author interviews, the FriesenPress Blog is where you'll find industry-leading insights on all facets of self-publishing.
BISAC codes are one of the first ways readers find new books to read (even if they didn’t know it). To better understand how they work — we’re taking a look at their categories, how they’re used in metadata, and the importance of refining your target audience.
Read MoreRecording an audiobook used to require a visit to an expensive studio, but now you can create your own setup from the comfort of home. To help you assemble your own recording space, we’ve outlined all the audio equipment you’ll need to produce a great audiobook.
Read MoreYour book marketing plan should build momentum toward the exciting moment of release day. But when's the best time to actually launch your book? Here are 5 things to consider when planning the date that’s right for you.
Read MoreWhat would happen if you didn’t write your story? Author Traci Skuce shows how stories that compel us to write always matter (and offers a simple method to start getting it down).
Read MoreInexperience doesn’t have to hold you back from narrating your own audiobook. Self-narration can actually be a viable option at any level of experience. So, before you go outsourcing a professional, consider these 6 key benefits in narrating it yourself.
Read MoreIs your manuscript ready for professional editing? Our very own in-house Editing Coordinator Astra Crompton can help you save time and money with these 8 steps to best prepare your manuscript for a professional edit.
Read MoreAudiobooks are more popular than ever, but more titles on the digital shelves means more competition for authors. To help you stand out from the crowd, we’ve put together a list of 10 useful strategies to promote your audiobook.
Read MoreAs readers, we want to connect with the struggles and triumphs of characters. So, as writers, we need to understand how to layer emotion into our narrative. Traci Skuce joins us on the blog to explore four key ways to improve at writing emotions.
Read MoreImagine an actor reciting lines. Now imagine them passionately performing those lines. The difference is clear and audiobook narration is no different. To learn how to narrate rather than recite, here are our top tips for delivering a professional-grade performance.
Read MoreIt may sound easy, but book marketing is truly easier said than done. To help position your book for success, we’ve outlined 6 key book marketing fundamentals to build the foundation of your marketing strategy.
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