Can You Help Me Find Some Writing Jobs?
I'm starting my freelance writer business and I want to ask you if you could help me find some writing jobs.…
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MIDLIST PURGATORY! Breathe New Life Into An Old Book? Or Publish a New One?
How do I breathe life into my book when it is selling cheap online?…
Should I Pay $500 For A “Class” That Teaches Me How To Sell My Book To Libraries?
I found a $500 online class that teaches authors how to market their books to libraries. Is this something I should consider?…
If You Write About Sex, Will It Sell?
I know you are a busy lady, but since you are the professional in this field, I wondered what the best selling/most sought after books are? What length book and subject would be the best to write? I want to cater to the latest readers' interests if possible. Thanks for any suggestions. …
I Want To Write About My Life! Where Do I Start?
I've been thinking about writing a book about my life...…
Have I Committed Copyright Infringement? Yes, You HAVE!
I'm very impressed of your article on how to create your own anthology. I have almost 250 articles posted online and, honestly, some of them I copied from books but I also include the author and its complete sources. I'm a fan of reading books and I don't have a talent in writing because I didn't earn a degree. My only question is, does my work compromise the law of copyright infringement or plagiarism? If so, can you explain why?…
Should I Sell All My Book’s Rights to This Publisher?
There's a question I wanted to pose regarding current negotiations with my publisher. They offered a buyout of my copyright, and claimed the "industry standard" is: buyout = 3 x average yearly royalties. That seems low for a book that's been in publication for 20 years, and continues to sell 4-5 thousand copies a year, and will never become outdated. What do you know about this so-called buyout formula? Thanks!…
How To EASILY Get Awesome and Honest Book Reviews That REALLY Carry Weight With Readers!
How many of these reviewers will deal with indie authors? Should I pay reviewers for their services?…
Can You Recommend An Intellectual Property Attorney?
I'm seeking an Intellectual Property Attorney. Can you help me? Please.…
How Can I Convince Bookstores To Host A Signing For My New Book?
Hello. I am currently in the process of self publishing and soon I want to have a book signing. I have reached out to a few bookstores in preparation. A few of them suggested I email the owner/manager. My question is what kinds of things should I be sure NOT to leave out when I correspond with them via this first email? …
Should I Charge an Hourly Rate, or a Flat Fee for This Project?
Angela, I am in the process of preparing a contract with a potential client who has…
How Can I Get Barnes and Noble to Sell My Books on Consignment?!
Would I approach a Barnes and Noble with a consignment agreement or there's too much red tape for that?…
“I’m Afraid To Self-Publish. Can You Tell Me Exactly What Happens?” It’s Easy! Here’s A List Of Steps! :)
I was just wondering, is it pretty easy to get started on your website? Do you give details of how to do it or is it like a "self learning" book I would read? …
Can I Quote Someone Who Died 50 Years Ago?
Would you know if I am violating any intellectual-property laws by quoting a person who died more than 50 years ago? For my next self-published project, I hope to use 100 quotes from a famous person, and then elaborate upon the wisdom contained within. I think I'm within the public domain, but wanted to check with you.…
Should I Send Paperbacks or Hardcovers to Book Reviewers?
My self-published book is in paperback and hardcover formats. I know the hardcovers are more expensive but I think they are more impressive, and might garner more attention from reviewers. I am looking at this from a business perspective - ROI. What has been your experience?…
You May Own the “Copyright”…But You DON’T Own the Book Rights!
Could you give me your opinion? Last summer, I sold a short story to a publisher who put it into an e-book anthology. The contract I signed said that I retained the copyright, but the publisher had exclusive rights to publish the story in hardback BOOK form, paperback BOOK form, electronic BOOK form, and audio BOOK form. I found somewhere that pays well for previously published stories, and sells them as e-stories. My husband said it would be the same as an e-book, and would violate my contract. I say that it is like an old 78 rpm single--just one song from a record album. What do you think?…
My Relative Died. Can I Have Their Book Republished Elsewhere?
My son self-published several Christian books with (I think) Lulu and Amazon carries them. On June 24, my son died suddenly from a heart attack. My question is...is there some way I can get copies of his books made through your company, BookLocker.com??…
After Writing for Free, Nobody Wants to Pay Me! Am I Blacklisted?!
I am a contributing editor for a small Catholic newspaper but it's an unpaid position. I am hoping that one day to be paid for my writing. It's like I'm black-listed or something, know what I mean? I have tried women's magazines, religious magazines, etc., but no luck. Do you have any tips? …
Outdoors, Fishing, And Boating Paying Markets For Writers
I love the outdoors and writing about the outdoors. I did so for several years for The Milwaukee Journal, now the Journal Sentinel. How can I find paying markets for these types of topics on your website?…
Have You Paid Authorhouse, Xlibris, Iuniverse, Trafford, Etc. More Than $10K For Marketing Services? This Law Firm Wants To Hear From You.
I haven't been paid by Author House Indiana (for) approx. 8 years. Please advise by email if possible.…
A Newspaper Stole My Last Idea and Assigned It to Someone Else! What Can I Do?
Recently I submitted a 1,400-word interview to a local newspaper after confirming that the editor would like to see it. I did not hear back from them for six weeks, and sent a polite e-mail last week asking if he still wanted to use the story. I received no reply. Today, a story ran about the same person, written by someone else...…
Editing Your Own Book for Financial Reasons? When Authors Can’t Afford an Editor…
Angela, How do I access a WritersWeekly article from October 22, 2014? The title is “How…
Book Proposals – What Am I Doing Wrong?!
I truly believe a literary agent is the best way to market your work, but someone said send queries directly to small publishers. Do such publishers consider works for publication and where do I find them?…
Is This Guy About to Scam Me?!
A guy wants me to write an article daily. He'll take full rights and he sells articles to other sites. And, he says he'll pay me in a week. I requested a retainer but he declined. He hasn't asked to see any of my work ...…
I Got Scammed!! I Submitted My Articles, and the Publisher Disappeared!
I was writing for a publication and they stole my articles and kept them. I have an invoice that I sent over and over again but no response. He was paying me and we had a verbal and written contract. What rights do I have and what should I do? Thanks for any help appreciated.…
HELP! I’m Failing at Social Media Book Promotion!
Despite taking an e-course in "Social Media," I am only selling a handful of books. I have two Facebook groups and a web site/blog by the same name as my published book. I am tweeting. I am meeting contacts on LinkedIn. Yet, STILL I am not selling.…
Does My Non-fiction Book REALLY Need a Disclaimer?
My publisher inserted a disclaimer in my book. I got upset and asked that it be removed. They refused. I don't understand why I have to admit to readers that I'm not a licensed financial advisor ...…
Should I bid on writing jobs??
I contacted an old client a few weeks ago as I'm officially back in the freelancing game. My contact there said they no longer work directly with freelance writers, but outsource all their content to (name removed). I checked out this website, feeling that my old client's recommendation might mean it was actually a legit place to find paid writing work. I was, instead, sadly disappointed to see ...…
I need help writing serials!
I recall an article about writing serials but cannot find it anymore. Can you help? Thanks,…
Who should authors contact about AuthorHouse complaints?
I haven't been paid by Author House Indiana (in) approx. 8 years. Please advise by email if possible ...…