Published on June 4, 2014
specialty markets for writing, writing career advice
Each year about this time, a new set of graduates with fresh, new academic degrees embarks on post-academic life. Especially among those who majored in a humanities field, or who earned advanced degrees in creative writing or literature, the road to graduation was likely paved with plenty of course papers and presentations. I’m not sure how many new graduates (or, for that matter, those with degrees earned in years past) realize that this work needn’t simply gather dust – literal or virtual. Sometimes, it can be transformed for publication and payment.
Published on May 28, 2014
Our daughter, Ali, has been dating her soul mate, Justin, for more than three years now. Shortly after they started dating, they were in a bad car accident together and they subsequently recovered together at our house. They’ve been deeply in love ever since.
Early Saturday morning, Frank came into our room, looking for my good camera. He said he needed to take some pictures of his medical records for his new job. I told him to just scan them. He said no, that was too much trouble, and left. I didn’t really think much about it…
Published on May 28, 2014
After 15 years of publishing an ezine for writers, and publishing more than 6,000 print and electronic books for authors, I’d like to say I’ve pretty much seen it all but, unfortunately, I know I haven’t. Occasionally, authors and writers make mistakes, BIG mistakes, that can result in getting blacklisted by a publication or book publisher, meaning that firm will not work with that individual on anything at all in the future, no matter what.
Here are some things you should be careful about when doing business with others…
Published on May 28, 2014
Angela,
Thank you!! Looks awesome!! Again, you guys (BookLocker) are a true blessing and a joy to work with! Todd did a phenomenal job on the cover once again, and Zach did a terrific job on the book page!! Thank you, Angela and Richard, for having a stellar crew!
God bless,
C.J. Peterson
Angels Among Us – The Holy Flame Trilogy
Operation A.N.G.E.L.: The Holy Flame Trilogy
The Call to Duty: The Holy Flame Trilogy
Strength From Within
Published on May 28, 2014
writing tips
A price sheet – a list of specific projects and their costs – is a handy tool for any writer. Creating one prepares you to give “back of the napkin” estimates. And, any experienced freelancer knows that when a prospect calls about a 400-word blog article, you can often win the business by providing an immediate answer when she asks “What’s it going to cost?”
That’s great when reacting to inquiries, but did you know that a price sheet can be highly effective for proactive marketing? Here’s how…
Published on May 28, 2014
Book Reviews
I would like to contact book review writers about reviewing one or more of my ebook titles. I am willing to pay a fee for honest reviews, positive or negative, that are posted in magazines, blogs, or other places, to call attention to my titles…
Published on May 21, 2014
I gave up, and finally visited a “sports medicine” doctor in town. Despite the fact that the Jet Ski wasn’t even turned on, much less moving, when I fell off, they still let me come in. I have an MRI scheduled for this week. I’m still pretty bummed that I couldn’t go kite surfing on Mother’s Day but our beach vacation was wonderful, and so very relaxing! As promised, here are some pictures…
Published on May 21, 2014
self-publishing
POD Publishers that use Ingram’s printing division to print their books incur an annual fee, which is charged by Ingram for each title/ISBN. Ingram calls this their “Catalog Fee.” It provides: “Access to our worldwide distribution channels (the largest portfolio of wholesalers, distributors and booksellers worldwide).” Basically, this means they send out an automated feed to bookstores that includes all the available titles. It typically costs publishers $12 per year to keep a book in Ingram’s system…
Published on May 21, 2014
Angela,
Thanks for your insights on reading fees…but it’s really getting bad. It’s catching on big time.
I’m glad you are bringing this to the writers’ attention.
Cheers,
Roy
Published on May 21, 2014
promoting your writing, writing tips
There is a way to effectively market yourself as a writer for free, and promote your services to thousands of people, all with only a few minutes work per day. Of course, I’m talking about comment marketing.
