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Between writing, publishing, and marketing, creating a great book is like a triathlon. If you don’t pace yourself, you might burn out. Here are 5 ways a well-considered book proposal can give you the fuel you need to get across the finish line!
Read MoreFor the longest time, business cards have been the way professionals made memorable connections. Now there’s a new way. Our friends at Smith Publicity break down why it’s key for professionals to see the book as the new business card.
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 MoreGetting stuck when writing your book is a common (and in many ways necessary) part of the writing process. But getting stuck indefinitely can be a sign of trouble. Luckily, book coach Steve Donahue has seven useful ways to get your manuscript moving again and help you finish writing your book.
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 MoreNot on TikTok? You could be missing out on a golden book marketing opportunity. To keep you in the know, Zoe Mathers walks you through 5 essential steps to successfully market your book on TikTok.
Read MoreEffective interior book design is invisible. And as a result, it’s often overlooked. Jenny Engwer, our Senior Book Designer, explains why you should appreciate these 3 design elements that make books easier and more enjoyable to read.
Read MoreWith TikTok about to reach over 1.5 billion users, the platform is a potential marketing goldmine for authors with a book. Here’s Zoe Mathers with advice for navigating TikTok and finding success promoting your book.
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