Why Beta Readers and Sensitivity Readers Matter (and How to Use Their Feedback)

Why Beta Readers and Sensitivity Readers Matter (and How to Use Their Feedback)

Seeking early and honest feedback for your book is crucial to improve your chances of landing well with your target audience. Get expert tips on incorporating the feedback of beta and sensitivity readers in your review process — plus some templates to get you started.

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How Content Planning Saves You Time

How Content Planning Saves You Time

Feel like you’re falling behind with your book marketing? Discover how content planning can be your time-saving companion with essential techniques and resources recommended by our in-house team of book promotion experts.

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Four Common Mistakes Authors Make (and How to Avoid Them)

Four Common Mistakes Authors Make (and How to Avoid Them)

While every writer’s experience is unique, the missteps along the way are often the same. When you’re ready to self-publish your book, you’ll be well prepared knowing these four common mistakes and the impact they have on a book project.

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How to Write Nonfiction Book Chapters

How to Write Nonfiction Book Chapters

If you're lost on the winding road trip that is writing, we have the roadmap for you! Discover how to craft purposeful and engaging nonfiction chapters that keep readers hooked with ghostwriter Amy Russell-Coutts as your expert guide.

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The Human Touch & the Limitations of AI Editing

The Human Touch & the Limitations of AI Editing

We’ve entered a new age of AI-assisted writing, but human creativity and insight remain irreplaceable. Join us in exploring the 5 key editorial areas where AI software should be augmented with an author’s critical eye and a professional editor’s thoughtfulness.

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The Three Types of Book Dedications

The Three Types of Book Dedications

Are you writing a book dedication for someone special, but can’t quite put it into words? Join us as we explore the three main dedication types, outline best practices, and ultimately guide you to draft your own.

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Face It: How to Write a Strong Preface

Face It: How to Write a Strong Preface

Let’s face it: despite the preface being a great opportunity to provide context to your reader, it’s often overlooked in the writing process. That’s why the following blog post details everything you need to know about writing a strong preface for your book.

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Listen Up: Audiobook Writing Tips

Listen Up: Audiobook Writing Tips

With audiobooks only continuing to grow in popularity, it’s savvy to consider how your written book might sound in audio format—and the best time to do so is while you’re still writing! To set you up for future success, we’ve collected 5 audiobook writing and formatting tips you can employ while drafting your manuscript.

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How to Write a Memoir: 3 Ways to Tell Your Life Story

How to Write a Memoir: 3 Ways to Tell Your Life Story

Ready to transform your life experiences into a compelling memoir? While there is no single perfect way to craft your memoir, ghostwriter Amy Russell-Coutts outlines 3 strong ways of telling your life story.

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5 Mistakes First-Time Nonfiction Writers Make

5 Mistakes First-Time Nonfiction Writers Make

Are you a first-time writer working on a nonfiction manuscript? We all make mistakes along the way, but book coach Steve Donahue is here to help you anticipate and overcome five of the most common mistakes made by budding authors.

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