book marketing

“Why don’t I get paid royalties when someone sells a used copy of my book?”

Published on April 2, 2026 author, book marketing, legal, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing

Remember, no question is a dumb question!

EPISODE 38: We Scambaited a Nigerian Scammer and HILARITY ENSUED!!!

Published on March 26, 2026 author scams, book marketing, complaints, writing scams

We even tried to pay him the $60 we offer for article submissions to WritersWeekly via PayPal. However, he insisted on being paid through a BANK TRANSFER!!

EPISODE 37: BEWARE! New FAKE “Services” Being Offered to Authors By Scammers

Published on March 21, 2026 author scams, book marketing, complaints, Complaints about specific publishers, editing, ghostwriting, legal, libel, Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

They will even tell you that not buying some of these services could land you in jail!

“Do traditionally published books still end up in bookstores and libraries?”

Published on February 19, 2026 book marketing, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, traditional publishing

Why traditional publishing just isn’t what it used to be…

EPISODE 35: Prolific Author of 18 Books, Rickey Pittman, Shares His Secrets about Writing AND Book Selling!

Published on February 6, 2026 author, book marketing, Networking, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, storytelling, traditional publishing, write that book, writing career advice

You’re going to LOVE this episode! And, learn what works FAR better than bookstore signings to sell books!!

When Trolls Show Up, You’re Doing Something Right! – by Gary Sturgis, Bestselling author of: SURVIVING GRIEF – 365 Days A Year

Published on February 6, 2026 author, book marketing, Book Reviews, libel, Networking, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice, writing tips

DON’T MISS THIS ONE!!! (And, what’s a “troll team” anyway???)

NEVER, EVER, EVER PAY USING A BANK TRANSFER…EVER!!! Here’s why… – by James M. Walsh, Esq. and Angela Hoy

Published on February 1, 2026 author scams, book marketing, legal, Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

This is one of the most important articles we’ve ever published. PLEASE SHARE IT!!

EPISODE 34: When Fake 1-Star “Book Reviews” Are Actually Character Assassinations of Authors

Published on January 30, 2026 amazon, author scams, book marketing, Book Reviews, Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, social media, writing career advice

Have you, too, received a 1-star review that criticizes YOU, but mentions nothing about your book? You’re not alone!

How to Have Fun With Con Artists! By Marsh Rose

Published on January 21, 2026 author, author scams, book marketing, promoting your writing, promotional pitfalls, writing career advice

How to avoid the “fellow-author long game con!”

Why I Don’t Lose Sleep Over Amazon Reviews (And Why You Shouldn’t Either) – by Gary Sturgis, Bestselling author of: SURVIVING GRIEF – 365 Days A Year

Published on January 21, 2026 author, book marketing, Print on demand, promoting your writing, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

Amazon can’t measure personal connections in its algorithm. And, those connections are what sell books!