Inspiring a new generation of writers – Interview with the founder of Story Studio, Paisley Aiken.

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Inspiring a new generation of writers – Interview with the founder of Story Studio, Paisley Aiken.

The FriesenPress team is so excited to be volunteering for classroom activities. What do you think of our involvement with Story Studio?

I think this is absolutely wonderful! The folks at FriesenPress came into the classroom and were so natural and positive with the kids. The synergy felt electric. With older kids it is a tremendous opportunity for mentorship as students see these caring and positive people in their community having literacy-oriented careers. It opens their minds to what is possible and makes them feel worthwhile when successful people are open to giving time to help them develop their thoughts and literacy skills.

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"Yes I am a Hells Angels ex-wife but most of all I am Kerri" - Author Kerri Krysko talks about her memoir "Kerri-On"

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"Yes I am a Hells Angels ex-wife but most of all I am Kerri" - Author Kerri Krysko talks about her memoir "Kerri-On"

Kerri On is a true story from childhood to where I am now. Others may never go through what I went through. The message is that I survived and continue on in life, without grudges, without labeling and, most of all, with love. Yes, I am a Hells Angels ex-wife, but most of all I am Kerri, and I am proud to be me. 

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FriesenPress Team Donates Blood.

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FriesenPress Team Donates Blood.

The FriesenPress team rolled up our sleeves (literally!) the other day at the local Canadian Blood Services Clinic.

 
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How To Publish A Book - Part 3: Promoting A Self-Published Book

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How To Publish A Book - Part 3: Promoting A Self-Published Book

Once you've decided on a publisher and are starting to work out the details of production, you will want to be thinking about how you can market your book (and yourself).

 
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How To Publish A Book - Part 2: Production

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How To Publish A Book - Part 2: Production

ne of the most appealing features of self-publishing is that the author maintains full control over their book – which is why it's important to familiarize yourself with the process and components of book production.

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How To Publish A Book - Part 1: Choosing A Publisher

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How To Publish A Book - Part 1: Choosing A Publisher

So you're going to publish a book – congratulations!

You may still be writing or proofreading your manuscript, but it's never too early to start thinking about how you're going to publish and who you're going to publish with.

Here are some considerations to keep in mind as you launch into the world of publishing:

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The Great Canadian Publishing Tour with Erinne Sevigny

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The Great Canadian Publishing Tour with Erinne Sevigny

What's your perception on FriesenPress & Friesens corporation?

They are all very hard working (and might I add very efficient) people. Both the manufacturer out in Altona and the press in Victoria are well-oiled machines and they are very smart business people, which is something that is SO important to making publishing work. Writing a great book, while the catalyst, is just a fraction of what it takes to make the wheel spin.

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Chat with Cal Brown, Self-published author of the Sci Fi novel “SIX”:

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Chat with Cal Brown, Self-published author of the Sci Fi novel “SIX”:

At its core, "Six" is about the accidental emergence of a conscious mind inside a computer system, and how it matures as it interacts with the world, learns, and develops a personality. But there are other parallel and intersecting story-lines involving one person’s ruthless pursuit of wealth and power using computer viruses as a weapon, and the efforts of a special police force in trying to track the source. 

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Author Madison Lake talks about romantica and the experience of self-publishing a book series.

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Author Madison Lake talks about romantica and the experience of self-publishing a book series.

"My experience with FriesenPress has been great. The staff are available to talk about any issue that may arise, as well as trouble shoot and brainstorm via email until a question is answered or a problem resolved. Again, in multi-book publishing the team really gets to know you, which makes it so much easier." - Author Madison Lake 

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Self-Publishing for the Right Reasons

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Self-Publishing for the Right Reasons

There are many wrong reasons to write a book, including writing for the sake of just making money, or to increase your consulting or speech fees. If you write a great book, you may make a lot of money as a secondary benefit, but it should not be the main reason you are writing in the first place.

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