From writing & publishing advice to author interviews, the FriesenPress Blog is where you'll find industry-leading insights on all facets of self-publishing.
It’s true that social media is a powerful tool for authors to build and connect with an audience of readers. It’s also true that there are many, many platforms at your fingertips and only one you. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed. So, we’ve listed the top 5 tips for first-time authors to put their best foot forward on social media:
Read MoreWe recently sat down with Astra Compton, our in-house illustrations specialist, for a behind-the-scenes look at our illustrations department – including our hiring process, how she matches authors and illustrators, and gives advice to authors embarking on their maiden illustrations voyage.
Read MoreHiring a professional book editor? Whether you’re seeking a freelancer or partnering with a publishing services provider to work with you on your project, we recommend you follow the rubric we at FriesenPress use hire our own vetted editing team. Here are the five criteria you need to consider to make sure you’re choosing the right book editor.
Read MoreIf you’re an active blogger, you’re closer to adding ‘published author’ to your resumé than you might think. Book coach and bestselling author Steve Donahue joins us to break down the steps you can take to turn your blog into a book!
Read MoreWhen you finally hold that finished book in your hands, just how much of it was really up to you? Bestselling author Chris Humphreys (with 18 traditionally published novels) examines five aspects of the traditional publishing process to demonstrate what sort of control an author really has over their book.
Read MoreThere are so many different ways to approach marketing your book, but where do you begin? How do you determine what you need to succeed? And how much will it cost? We outline the top three marketing & promotion services we recommend to first-time authors, the factors influencing their costs, and the average industry prices for each service.
Read MoreAs a subject matter expert, you might think writing a nonfiction book is just a matter of downloading what’s inside your brain onto the page. But without an organizing system to guide your project you can end up writing in the wrong direction. Bestselling author Steve Donahue shows how you can use the S.L.A.M. System to stay on track.
Read MoreBook editing can be one of the most exciting and daunting aspects of the publishing journey – especially if you’re a first-timer. Award-winning author Chris Humphreys joins us with reflections and advice on how new authors can get the most out of this vital stage of the writing (yes, writing) process.
Read MoreHolding your book in your hands for the first time is a defining moment for any writer. But did you know that capturing this moment in a book unboxing video is an excellent way to develop your author brand and build excitement for your launch? Here’s our guide to help you create your very own unboxing video, from setup to filming to posting!
Read MoreWhether it’s a historical figure or historical family document, there are so many with important memoirs to recount, but sometimes hesitation means they’re never completed. Here are four reasons to write your memoir now. Not tomorrow, or next week—now.
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