From writing & publishing advice to author interviews, the FriesenPress Blog is where you'll find industry-leading insights on all facets of self-publishing.
For a new children’s book to succeed in a crowded market, it doesn’t need to be good. It needs to be *great*. Here are four ways you can make your children’s story stand out and be loved by today’s young readers.
Read MoreDr. Sue Johnson is many things: a New York Times bestselling author, a renowned clinical psychologist, and (after partnering with FriesenPress) a new children’s book author. We spoke with Dr. Johnson to learn more about her empowering decision to self-publish Edgar & Elouise, the unexpected power of saying “no”, and so much more.
Read MoreBISAC codes are one of the first ways readers find new books to read (even if they didn’t know it). To better understand how they work — we’re taking a look at their categories, how they’re used in metadata, and the importance of refining your target audience.
Read MoreIf you’re a self-published author, you’ve probably heard the term “POD”. But what is print on demand? How does print on demand work? And what are the best ways to leverage it to your advantage? We answer these questions and more as we explore this popular publishing model.
Read MoreDestigmatizing mental health conversations have never been more prevalent than they are today, but one area still remains underserved. In advance of #BellLetsTalk, we interviewed FriesenPress children’s book author Britt Sayler about her mission to address childhood depression and her important The Semicolon.
Read MoreIs book marketing something you dread? You’re not alone — many authors feel intimidated by the idea of selling. So, to help change your perspective for the better, Zoe Mathers joins us to offer 5 tips on how to market your book if (you think) you hate book marketing.
Read MoreFrom presidents to princes, ghostwriting has long been accepted in the world of traditional publishing. But due to its somewhat secretive nature, misconceptions about this service abound. Ghostwriter and book coach Steve Donahue joins us to pull back the curtain and give you an insider’s view on how this industry works.
Read MoreAs the New Year quickly approaches, we’re looking back at 10 of our most insightful and motivating blog posts of the last year. We hope our selection helps to inspire your writing and publishing journey today and in the year ahead. See you in 2023!
Read MoreBook professionals know that the most effective form of marketing is word-of-mouth. To help authors take advantage, our friends at Smith Publicity outline how you can garner and best use reader reviews.
Read MoreRecording an audiobook used to require a visit to an expensive studio, but now you can create your own setup from the comfort of home. To help you assemble your own recording space, we’ve outlined all the audio equipment you’ll need to produce a great audiobook.
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