Published on November 20, 2019
amazon, book marketing, complaints, Complaints about specific publishers, pod complaints, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

Amazon will stock inflatable party sheep, and a 55-gallon barrel of lube (yes, really), but they’re cutting back on stocking books?!?! Some authors and publishers are lamenting the fact that Amazon has abandoned the very market that helped them get their start. DON’T WORRY! HERE’S HOW TO CONVINCE YOUR READERS TO BYPASS AMAZON ALTOGETHER!
Published on November 20, 2019
legal, libel, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

My friend said, “If you write about me, I’ll sue you.” But, I’ve already published the book!
Published on November 13, 2019
legal, libel, self-publishing, traditional publishing, write that book, writing career advice

Some authors are tempted to write what they want, and to hell with anyone who doesn’t like it.
Published on November 13, 2019
book marketing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

“Should I cut the price of my book in half? Maybe that will spur some sales. What do you think?”
Published on November 8, 2019
book marketing, diversify your writing income, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, traditional publishing

There are more Spanish speakers around the globe than English speakers. And, they buy books.
Published on November 8, 2019
book marketing, book signing advice, diversify your writing income, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing

An EXTREMELY lucrative way to sell LOTS of books, get free, viral marketing, AND connect with new readers!
Published on November 8, 2019
author scams, book marketing, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

“I’m getting a lot emails from book promotion sites. Are these legitimate sites? Do they really help sell books? Are they worth the money?”
Published on October 30, 2019
author scams, book marketing, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

Why in the world would an author PAY people to read his or her book rather than the other way around?!?! I’m having a hard time trying to think of a worse book review deal for authors!
Published on September 26, 2019
copyrights, legal, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

“I want to include scans of newspaper articles in my book. Since my book is non-fiction, will the educational exception to copyright law apply?”
Published on September 19, 2019
book marketing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

“I wanted to forward this to you and get your perspective on it. I have received a number of emails from people wanting to “market” my book, but…”