traditional publishing

Publisher is selling interviews with a radio host previously convicted for two counts of felony theft

Published on August 6, 2020 author scams, book marketing, Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

I found an article about the radio host they’re touting. He was convicted of two felony counts of theft. He stole his client’s advertising money…

How to Turn Your Customer Testimonials into Marketing Memes! – by Angela Hoy

Published on July 29, 2020 author, book marketing, Book Reviews, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, storytelling, traditional publishing, writing career advice

Potential readers and clients trust REAL customer reviews more than marketing verbiage written by the person or company selling that product or service!

“My book is for sale for $400 online! Why didn’t I get paid more for that?”

Published on July 23, 2020 amazon, copyrights, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

Why didn’t I get a higher royalty for that?

Self-publishing with Booklocker.com Literally Saved My Bacon During COVID-19 – by Tom Douglas

Published on July 16, 2020 book marketing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing

I haven’t had to apply for any benefits because, surprisingly enough, I’m making a bit too much money to qualify!

“My family members claimed they bought my ebook but it’s not even for sale yet. How can this be happening?”

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…”

Self-publishing May Be the Last Bastion of Free Speech

Published on July 2, 2020 editing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, write that book

He has been shopping a new manuscript to traditional publishers, and said some now have verbiage in their guidelines saying that they won’t accept any manuscripts that don’t have any…

55 Dos and Don’ts of Book Selling Has Been Published! – Get Your FREE Copy TODAY!!

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!

“Amazon Won’t Publish My Readers’ Reviews!”

Published on June 18, 2020 amazon, Book Reviews, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

“There is a problem with Amazon. Three of my readers contacted me to let me know that they tried to upload a book review for me on Amazon and give me a book rating of ***** but Amazon is not letting them do either, despite the fact that they are accredited purchases, and bought the book through Amazon…”

Copyright Infringement ENTRAPMENT? Yes, it happens!

Published on June 18, 2020 author scams, copyrights, legal, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

I can’t think of a more creative way to entrap someone for copyright infringement. Well, yes I can but I’m not going to give any mean people reading this any ideas…

OOPS! Author Published Other People’s REAL Phone Numbers In His Novel!

Published on June 4, 2020 Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, write that book, writing career advice, writing tips

Not only can it make life difficult for someone, but authors could also set themselves up for lawsuits.