self-publishing

So-called Christian Publishers Can Be Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing

Published on May 21, 2020 author scams, pod complaints, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing scams

Never assume that a company using the word Christian in their name or marketing materials is good.

If a Stranger Offers to Buy Your Book(s) Outright, You’re Probably About to Get Scammed

Published on May 14, 2020 author scams, legal, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice, writing scams

Never, EVER trust a stranger you meet online.

How Do You REMEMBER Your Life in Order to Write About It? WITH MEMORY TRIGGERS!

Published on April 30, 2020 author, diversify your writing income, ghostwriting, Print on demand, self-publishing, storytelling, traditional publishing, writing career advice, writing tips

I know how it is being under quarantine. You’re BORED. Bored OUT OF YOUR MIND! You want to write something FUN! What’s more fun (and easier!) than writing about YOURSELF???

“My poetry books aren’t selling. What should I be writing instead?”

Published on April 24, 2020 author, book marketing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, write that book, writing career advice, writing tips

Poetry is not a great genre if you’re wanting to earn a living writing books.

Book Genres That Are Selling GREAT Right Now

Published on April 24, 2020 author, book marketing, diversify your writing income, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, write that book, writing career advice

According to a recent email we received from Ingram, the largest distributor, the following book genres are selling GREAT!

My editor added several long, confusing words to my manuscript and I do NOT like it!

Published on April 16, 2020 editing, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

All authors hiring an editor should have a detailed contract detailing what’s expected.

Don’t Re-publish. Re-purpose! by Ian Chandler

Published on April 16, 2020 article ideas, diversify your writing income, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing career advice, writing tips

Here is a strategy that can help you expand your portfolio, give you more credibility, and even land you some paying jobs.

How to Do a Public Book Reading That REALLY Gets Your Audience EXCITED!

Published on March 12, 2020 book marketing, book signing advice, Print on demand, self-publishing, storytelling, traditional publishing, writing career advice

Easy tips for getting your audience excited and engaged so they’ll BUY YOUR BOOK!

“Can I publish a book of my favorite poems? I didn’t write them…” H*LL, NO, YOU CAN’T!

Published on March 5, 2020 copyrights, legal, self-publishing, writing career advice

I would like to create a book of my favorite poems. Do I need to have express permission?

“My multi-tasking mind is STOPPING me from finishing my book!”

Published on February 27, 2020 Print on demand, self-publishing, writing career advice

Q – Hi Angela, Each time I start trying to write, ideas and thoughts start to fly around in my head. So, then I start taking separate notes because those ideas don’t fit in the part of the book I’m writing, or aren’t part of writing my book at all. Now, I find I have […]