Is Publishing a Book a Good Way to Start Your Writing Career?

Is Publishing a Book a Good Way to Start Your Writing Career?

If you have a way with words and love to write, why not make a career or side hustle out of it? Here’s everything you need to know about making the publication of a book the launch pad of your writing career.

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How Reading Short Stories Can Improve Your Writing (No Matter What You Write)

How Reading Short Stories Can Improve Your Writing (No Matter What You Write)

Beginner 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.

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[VIDEO] One-on-One with Book Marketing Guru David Chilton

[VIDEO] One-on-One with Book Marketing Guru David Chilton

Marketing your book during a time of lockdown might feel like the furthest thing from your mind, but the truth is that the world wants to read your words now more than ever. Only readers need to know about your book if they’re going to buy it.

To fuel your book marketing fire, FriesenPress President Tammara Kennelly recently had a virtual sit-down with the millions-selling book marketing guru David Chilton to discuss how to market your self-published book from home, leverage corporate sales, and so much more. Click through for the full conversation.

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Behind the Scenes at the FriesenPress Editing Department

Behind the Scenes at the FriesenPress Editing Department

Professional editing is arguably the single most impactful process an author experiences when publishing their book. That’s why we’re so hands-on and meticulous when matching our authors with the perfect editor for their project.

How do we do it? FriesenPress Editing & Illustrations Coordinator Amy De Nat gives you a peek behind the curtain.

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Nothing is Impossible: How Robert Adams – Navy SEAL, Doctor, and FriesenPress Author – sells books

Nothing is Impossible: How Robert Adams – Navy SEAL, Doctor, and FriesenPress Author – sells books

Robert Adams – Navy SEAL, doctor, and FriesenPress author – is always up for a new challenge. When it came time to publish Six Days of Impossible, Robert did what came naturally and dove headfirst into the world of book marketing.

With Six Days’ readership growing every month, we caught up with Robert to learn about the bookselling tips he has for other first-time authors.

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How Beta Readers Help You Tell a Better Story

How Beta Readers Help You Tell a Better Story

Beta readers’ feedback can turn a good book into a GREAT book. But “It’s good. I liked it.” won’t get you there.

Luckily, Kristina from Fictionary is here to help.

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The Two Things Every Author Must Do To Sell More Books

The Two Things Every Author Must Do To Sell More Books

Two things you must remember if you want to sell books like a master - as shared by a multi-million selling author.

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Your Book is Not For Everyone

Your Book is Not For Everyone

Your book is not for everyone - and that's a good thing. Award-winning author and marketing executive Rodger Banister tells us why.

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How to Get the Most Out of Your Beta Readers

How to Get the Most Out of Your Beta Readers

Having beta readers read your manuscript is a critical step in many an author’s publishing journey. Here are some best practices on managing your beta readers and what to expect from their feedback.

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How to Craft the Unique Selling Proposition for Your Book

How to Craft the Unique Selling Proposition for Your Book

How do you cut through all the noise of a crowded marketplace? By defining a specific, resonant Unique Selling Proposition for your book.

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