From writing & publishing advice to author interviews, the FriesenPress Blog is where you'll find industry-leading insights on all facets of self-publishing.
Are you ready to take your book promotion to the next level? Find out how to craft a perfect query letter to get the attention you deserve — and start writing your own with one of our customizable templates.
Read MoreWith millions of shows out there, podcasts are bigger than ever. And guesting on a podcast within your book’s niche has become a great way to promote yourself. Here’s book coach Steve Donahue with his 5-step process for getting booked on a podcast!
Read MoreBestselling FriesenPress author P.L. Stuart went from “shouting into the void” to amassing over 25,000 followers on Twitter with one important value. In our latest blog post, P.L. shares his advice on how you too can build an author platform with simple kindness.
Read MoreRemember the excitement of in-person events? As those days draw near once again, we’ve put together a book launch event refresher using the expert tips and advice of our Book Promotion Specialists here at FriesenPress to help plan your big in-person debut.
Read MoreGoodreads is an easy-to-use, interactive, and low-maintenance social cataloguing site dedicated to authors and readers. If you’re an author with a book to promote, a Goodreads presence can pay off. Here’s how authors can start using the platform today — and why it’s a match made in book marketing heaven.
Read MoreOur Book Promotions team has been coaching authors throughout the pandemic and taken careful notes on the most effective techniques for creating book sales. Here are their top tips for authors marketing a book during COVID-19 — beginning with an important disclaimer.
Read MoreHolding your book in your hands for the first time is a defining moment for any writer. But did you know that capturing this moment in a book unboxing video is an excellent way to develop your author brand and build excitement for your launch? Here’s our guide to help you create your very own unboxing video, from setup to filming to posting!
Read MoreIt’s time to remove the rose-coloured glasses when it comes to book marketing in the traditional publishing system. From slashed departmental budgets to the harsh economic realities of life in the Big Houses, award-winning author Chris Humphrey joins us to give a (hopeful) peek behind the curtain.
Read MoreImagine releasing a travel book at the outset of a global pandemic. What’s an author to do? Andrew Beattie saw it as a chance to get creative, and started a Facebook video series that's getting thousands of views, and racking up plenty of book sales. We interviewed him to find out just how he did it.
Read MoreAs we embark upon our next decade in business, we consulted a number of our team members and asked them to share with us some lessons they’ve learned while working in self-publishing.
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