Published on June 11, 2026
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Getting good book reviews from well-known reviewers can mean significantly more BOOK SALES! And, the entire process is FREE! Nothing we recommend in this episode costs any money at all.
Published on June 11, 2026
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A reminder at the end of your book, in your newsletter, or on social media is often all that’s needed, along with continued engagement with your readers!
Published on June 10, 2026
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Considering self-publishing? Check out this price comparison featuring 12 of the most well-known Print on Demand publishing service providers! DON’T GET SCAMMED!!! (You can also see who went out of business in the last year!)
Published on May 28, 2026
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Real examples of AUTHORS BEHAVING BADLY!
Published on May 28, 2026
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Are you a lonely author? I have a cure for that, and your sales might just increase as well!
Published on May 28, 2026
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To have reasonable sales goals, you need to know your market.
Published on May 22, 2026
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A fake name, a fake picture, a fake “financial assistant,” illegal impersonation, and SO MUCH MORE!
Published on May 22, 2026
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“19% of books published by the Big Five houses sell a dozen copies or fewer!!!”
Published on May 14, 2026
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What is the FIRST thing potential book buyers see when your book pops up in search results? You guessed it!
Published on May 13, 2026
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What is “Banner Blindness,” and why should you avoid it at ALL COSTS?