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ALERT: Five Star Publishing to Close

Published on September 2, 2022 complaints, Complaints about specific publishers, createspace complaints, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing

Another one bites the dust…

Yes, You CAN Be Sued for Libel, Even If What You Wrote “Is 100% True”

Published on August 25, 2022 author, Censorship, legal, libel, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

They can’t sue me because it’s 100% true. That is a very common misconception among authors and the general public.

7 Book Cover Design Secrets That Will Drive Sales – by William Opar

Published on August 19, 2022 book cover design, book marketing, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, traditional publishing

Even though your potential audience members can’t see inside the pages of your book, they will definitely judge its quality based on the cover!

Why BookLocker is the Best Book Publisher for New Authors – by Rickey Pittman

Published on August 12, 2022 amazon, book marketing, bookstores, diversify your writing income, editing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

Too many new authors have been robbed by vanity presses who have charged naïve authors thousands of dollars. BookLocker’s fees are so low that some authors are skeptical. However, you should not be…

If You Want Your Book Published in Time for Christmas Sales, You Need to Act Now! It’s Easy!! Here’s How!!! – by Angela Hoy

Published on August 3, 2022 author, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing

The back to school/fall-is-coming advertisements spur authors to want to get their new books on the market ASAP to take advantage of the impending holiday shopping season. I’m currently being reminded that I will be getting little sleep from now until Christmas week…

5 Unique Ways to Maximize your Book Sales This Year – by William Opar

Published on July 21, 2022 book marketing, diversify your writing income, Print on demand, promoting your writing, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing

With so many options available to sell your book today, it can be challenging and overwhelming for an author to stand out from the crowd…

Why Won’t My Publisher Give Me A List Of All The Retailers Selling My Book?

Published on July 21, 2022 amazon, author, book marketing, diversify your writing income, Ebooks, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, traditional publishing

My publisher can’t give me that list (??) and said it’s a bad idea anyway. What do you think is going on?

Authors, Don’t Be An Idiot Like Me! – by Christopher Emery

Published on July 14, 2022 author, book marketing, Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing

I kept thinking I just need a push, something to get me higher sales numbers. Maybe a marketing company? Whatever my investment, I would certainly make it up in no time with all my new sales, right?

Putting Your Publisher at Risk of a Lawsuit is NO SMALL MATTER!

Published on July 8, 2022 author, copyrights, legal, libel, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

While it may be tempting to take shortcuts, and “borrow” from others without permission, don’t do it. EVER.

HUGE 4th of July BOOK PUBLISHING PACKAGE SALE!! Get $250 off our most popular book publishing packages!!

Published on July 2, 2022 author, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing

You do NOT need to submit your final manuscript yet. You can sign up now to take advantage of this sale, and submit your manuscript for formatting later, when YOU are ready.