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How to Design a Book Cover That Annoys Booksellers – by Gary Robson

Published on August 11, 2021 book marketing, bookstores, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing career advice

Good covers sell. Bad covers not only don’t attract customers, but can actively annoy.

Should I publish one very large book or three smaller ones?

Published on August 6, 2021 author, book marketing, diversify your writing income, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing career advice

It’s always better to have three products to sell instead of one.

Brutal Honesty, Because You Asked! Why YOUR Book Isn’t Selling – by Angela Hoy

Published on July 29, 2021 amazon, author, book marketing, diversify your writing income, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, traditional publishing, write that book, writing career advice

“It is not my intent to soft soap you but I have learned that you have a habit of telling the truth as you see it so please tell me…”

“Am I supposed to collect sales tax when selling my books directly to readers in my state AND others?”

Published on July 22, 2021 author, legal, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing career advice

Are you collecting sales tax when you sell your books?

Will Your Book Sell? Yes, But Only If… – by TM Jacobs

Published on July 15, 2021 author, book marketing, Networking, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

I asked her, “What is Simon & Schuster doing for you?” She then made a zero with her thumb and finger…

DISRUPTIVE AND DUMB: Do NOT Lie to Your Publisher About ANYTHING!

Published on July 1, 2021 author, author scams, book marketing, legal, libel, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

When you lie to a business associate, a neighbor, family member, or anyone in the adult world, real life consequences can ensue…

And, MORE Complaints About Lulu Press!

Published on June 24, 2021 complaints, Complaints about specific publishers, lulu, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing career advice

A small snippet of what’s to follow:

“Do yourself a solid and don’t use Lulu publishing.”
“I’ve spent in the thousands and can’t get ANY help!”
“I would never buy from Lulu.com again.”
“Customer Service is a nightmare.”
“Do not use Lulu publishing.”
“Worst experience ever.”

YOUR PUBLISHER WENT BELLY-UP? Six Ways to Get Your Book Back on the Market ASAP! by Angela Hoy

Published on June 21, 2021 author scams, complaints, Complaints about specific publishers, pod complaints, Print on demand, self-publishing

After you get past the shock and anger of your book sales instantly vanishing into thin air, what can you do to get that book back on the market ASAP?

“Should I pay my publisher almost $3,000 to make my book returnable?”

Published on June 18, 2021 author scams, pod complaints, Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

Being told you have to buy insurance to close a book distribution deal? Sounds fishy because it is.

Why “Free” Publishing Services Can Quickly Go Belly Up, and How They Can Keep Screwing Authors Years Later

Published on June 18, 2021 author scams, complaints, Complaints about specific publishers, pod complaints, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

Offering something for nothing is a really dumb business model. While working with a “free” company may seem tempting to some authors, these firms typically go belly-up pretty quickly. And, some end up ripping their former authors off for years after the firm’s demise…while holding those authors’ books hostage.