Published on July 16, 2020
promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing

“I am getting reports from people that they have purchased my book in Ebook format from Amazon already. However the link still shows paperback only…”
Published on June 25, 2020
author scams, promotional pitfalls, writing scams

I noticed you have a page of complaints about specific publishers but do you get involved with finding scam PR sites where you can promote a book?
Published on June 25, 2020
author, book marketing, book signing advice, diversify your writing income, Networking, Print on demand, promoting your writing, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, social media, storytelling, traditional publishing, write that book, writing career advice

As promised two weeks ago, my new book, 55 Dos and Don’ts of Book Selling, has been published! And, current WritersWeekly subscribers get a copy for FREE – just for the asking!
Published on June 18, 2020
book marketing, promotional pitfalls

“I plan to create a Facebook page to promote my novel, provide links where readers can purchase the book, offer updates, and chat with the author (me)…”
Published on June 4, 2020
author scams, complaints, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, writing career advice

There are so many links online that claim they will help you market your indie published book (specifically Christian books). How can I know which ones are legitimate and which ones are, or border on, a scam?
Published on April 9, 2020
book marketing, pod complaints, promotional pitfalls

I’ve been trying to keep WritersWeekly a virus-news-free zone (since we’re all being inundated with it elsewhere) but this must be shared…
Published on March 13, 2020
ghostwriting, promotional pitfalls, writing career advice

Do you accept late payments, rigid deadlines, disrespect, and poor treatment to remain in the good graces of your clients? STOP! Stop is RIGHT NOW!!
Published on February 13, 2020
book marketing, diversify your writing income, Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, social media, traditional publishing

“My social media posts just aren’t working. I keep posting the same ad over and over again and my book is NOT selling. What am I doing wrong?”
Published on February 6, 2020
book marketing, promotional pitfalls

“I’ve been reading that Netflix is the way to go with getting a movie published now. My book could even be a series. It’s action-packed and would look great on the screen. Should I mail them a copy of my book with a pitch letter?”
Published on December 19, 2019
author scams, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

In this article, we will discuss authors being held captive by publishers who, through very unethical means, hold authors hostage after they sign up, and pay thousands for that publisher’s services…