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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.

Where are these book marketing companies finding my phone number?!

Published on April 2, 2020 author scams, book marketing, pod complaints, Print on demand, traditional publishing, writing scams

Did my publisher sell my information to these companies?

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!

Simon and Schuster is for sale; Popular author sued for molestation; Publisher is cancelling contracts; and much more! …In the News 03/05/2020

Published on March 5, 2020 amazon, legal, libel, traditional publishing

MORE! Feds sending Chinese reporters packing; Tweet gets politican in very hot water; Interesting story from a writer who got sued for defamation; Ex-Gawker editors sues Daily Beast; Amazon delivery delays because of virus; Ex-Amazon manager says used social media to find applicants’ race and gender; London Book Fair cancelled but BookExpo/BookCon NOT; and Anti-competitive practices in textbook industry.

Why Aren’t My Social Media Posts Selling Books?

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?”

3 Ways to Earn Passive Income from Your Writing! – by Louisa Miya

Published on January 23, 2020 diversify your writing income, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, write that book, writing career advice, writing tips

These passive income streams may need work in the beginning stages but they can pay off in the long run. Passive income is the true definition of “making money while you sleep.”

I Just Republished My Book But My Old Version Is Still For Sale

Published on January 23, 2020 amazon, author, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, write that book

Use this one simple trick when republishing your book to avoid confusing Amazon shoppers.

“What’s the best thing I can offer potential readers during my book blog tour?”

Published on January 9, 2020 book marketing, Networking, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing

I have scheduled a blog tour to promote my newest book. What’s the best thing I can offer to people who haven’t yet decided to buy my book?

When People Become Emotionally Attached to Their Vehicle…and Their Books

Published on January 9, 2020 Print on demand, self-publishing, storytelling, traditional publishing

I understand. I’ve done the same with my own books!

How I Learned to Promote My Own Books by Getting Paid to Promote Someone Else’s! – by Johnny Townsend

Published on January 2, 2020 book marketing, diversify your writing income, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, traditional publishing

Promoting our own books is hard work. For many writers, promotion feels unnatural, perhaps tacky, and even a little tainted. However, I was able to develop several useful promotional skills while working for a small publisher promoting their latest release, and you can do the same!