Hey Writer! If you’re an aspiring self-published author, you know the importance of Amazon for selling books. The publishing giant currently lists 32.8 million titles. It’s the number one platform for buying and selling books. And, a quick look at publishing statistics suggests that it’s all downhill toward Amazon in the future as well. […]
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Follow My Book Launch: April Progress! TEDx Columbia University + Kickstarter Party on May 25!
Hey Authors! Back in January, I invited blog readers to follow along with the pre-launch of my upcoming book TOUGH: Women Who Survived Cancer. Last time, I shared a bit about my February progress as I designed a book jacket, finished a Kickstarter video, created rewards, and sought to secure press for the book. I also included details about how […]
How To Launch Your Book Like a Pro
Self-published books don’t sell on their own. If you want your book to make a splash, or a bestseller list, you need to get your book into the hands of readers. And, if you’re serious about that, you need a book launch plan. As writers, we spend months, even years, preparing manuscripts. We shell out […]
[Site and Content] Mobile and Tablets: What authors and writers need to know
Unit 3: Site and Content Part 4: Mobile and Tablets: What do authors need to know? In previous articles we raised the importance of owning a user-friendly website that engages your audience and drives them towards purchasing your work, signing up to your mailing list, or even sharing their love for you with their peers. […]
8 Parts to the Indie Author Business Plan – Part 6: You May Be an Independent Author, But You Are Not Alone
Part 6 of the Indie Author Business Plan: You May Be an Independent Author, But You’re Not Doing This Alone! Although it may not be the first thing to come to mind when embarking on the professional author’s journey, the team is a crucial consideration for any other kind of business undertaking. And so […]
Why Valentine’s Day is your Favorite Holiday if you’re a Romance Author
Why Valentine’s Day is a Romance Author’s Favorite Time of Year The settings, the characters, the time period may all change, but the universal appeal of a Romance novel is always the same — the love story. This timeless category has endured through time and across genre. Whether set in a fantasy world or […]
100 Years Later: Where do you stand as an author? Managing book rights, book covers, email, account logins, and websites into your golden years and beyond.
In today’s post, I reply to a topic started on Kboards about how to manage book rights and an authors’ legacy. The original post can be found here: http://www.kboards.com/index.php/topic,222887.0.html I’m tackling a major health issue (I’ll be fine, just taking it easy for a few months) and I’ve been thinking quite a bit about one’s legacy. It isn’t an upbeat […]
7 Questions to Ask Before Committing to an E-Publishing Service
Before you publish a book yourself, here are 7 questions to ask before committing to an e-publishing service. A quick search online will provide you with enough evidence that there’s no shortage of services dedicated to helping self-published authors find their legs in this challenging industry. From agents and consultants, to distribution channels and promotion […]
How to Choose the Right Categories for Your Book Compared to Amazon Best Sellers
Choosing the right categories for your book is crucial for landing a spot as an Amazon Best Seller. To start your research, go to the Kindle Store and search for the top ebooks in several categories that you believe your ebook would fit. Check out the top titles and see what is similar, and what […]