From writing & publishing advice to author interviews, the FriesenPress Blog is where you'll find industry-leading insights on all facets of self-publishing.
With millions of books published each year, how do you make sure your book will stand out? And where do you even start? Kellie Rendina of Smith Publicity joins us on the blog to share 5 important steps to take before you dive into the exciting world of book marketing and publicity.
Read MoreWriting can be a powerful and therapeutic healing tool. Even still, writing a book about a painful or traumatic subject can be intensely difficult for many reasons. Book coach Steve Donahue joins us to share a thoughtful system for drafting a trauma memoir with care and self-reflection.
Read MoreBeginner writers often see short stories as a trivial stepping stone to something greater (like the novel). But the truth is reading short stories can help improve your writing no matter what genre you write in. Writer Tracie Skuce joins us to share 5 key reasons why.
Read MoreThe most common advice in writing is “write what you know”. That can mean personal experience or simply finding a way to deeply relate to something you haven’t directly lived. We recently sat down with our in-house Editing Coordinator Astra Crompton to learn why authors writing from another’s perspective might use a sensitivity reader.
Read MoreChoosing your book title is the most important marketing decision an author will make. And with millions of books released each year, titles matter more than ever. Book coach Steve Donahue joins us to detail 5 rules that will help you create an enticing and unique book title of your own.
Read MoreA style sheet is a concise document generated by the author during the writing process that helps you keep track of the formatting and narrative choices unique to your book. Learn more about how a style sheet can help you stay focused — and develop your own with our included template!
Read MoreYour voice is worth hearing – but if you’re inaudible to your potential readers, how will they know? An author platform allows you to rise above the noise to reach and connect with those readers. Here are six must-have elements for building your own platform, as recommended by our Book Promotions Team.
Read MoreWriting a book can be daunting – especially if you don’t have much experience. But it’s far from impossible. Book coach and bestselling author Steve Donahue details five ways you can transfer existing talents, systems, and habits from your daily life into writing 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 MoreBook marketing experts frequently recommend seeking outside review before you publish — and for good reason. Here’s how you can take advantage of that insightful feedback and ensure your book is ready to make a positive splash.
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