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5 Ways Being An Entrepreneur Has Primed You To Be An Author
Most people probably don’t think “author” when they imagine an entrepreneur, but the experiences of entrepreneurs have prepared you to be an author, and your story can make excellent nonfiction reading.Can A Catastrophe Be A Character In Your Novel?
Conflict and villains are standard fare in every genre and mode of storytelling. But a villain isn’t always human, and conflict takes on many forms, as seen in these examples of literature and film.Build Creative Momentum By Setting Micro-Goals For Your Writing
Breaking down your writing process into a string of micro-tasks can increase your productivity and help you tackle daunting challenges.
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Managing Your Editor When You’re Writing On Assignment
Writing on commission with an external editor can be challenging, rewarding, or both at the same time. Here’s advice on managing the relationship and publishing something you can feel proud of.One Simple Question To Ask When Self-editing
Reducing your self-critiquing to this single question can simplify your writing process and open new creative doors.Editing Your Work: Things You Don’t See In Your Own Writing
It's easier to find flaws in someone else's work than it is in your own. There's a lot you can do to minimize errors and make your writing shine, but another set of eyes on your work is always a good idea.
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Can A Catastrophe Be A Character In Your Novel?
Conflict and villains are standard fare in every genre and mode of storytelling. But a villain isn’t always human, and conflict takes on many forms, as seen in these examples of literature and film.Build Creative Momentum By Setting Micro-Goals For Your Writing
Breaking down your writing process into a string of micro-tasks can increase your productivity and help you tackle daunting challenges.It’s Time To Unlearn What You Know About The Writing Process
Unlearning what you “know” about the writing process can ignite your creativity and help you realize your writing potential.
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Can A Catastrophe Be A Character In Your Novel?
Conflict and villains are standard fare in every genre and mode of storytelling. But a villain isn’t always human, and conflict takes on many forms, as seen in these examples of literature and film.It’s Time To Unlearn What You Know About The Writing Process
Unlearning what you “know” about the writing process can ignite your creativity and help you realize your writing potential.Managing Your Editor When You’re Writing On Assignment
Writing on commission with an external editor can be challenging, rewarding, or both at the same time. Here’s advice on managing the relationship and publishing something you can feel proud of.
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Scrivener: My Three-year Review
Scrivener is a powerful writing program that has been my software of choice as I write and revise my first novel. Here’s what I’ve learned about the program along the way.How To Get Holiday Book Sales: Part I
It may not feel like the holidays are just around the corner, but if you’re planning to drum up holiday book sales this year, it’s time to put these plans and strategies to work.Keep Tabs On Your Published Works: A Review Of Authory
Authory is a utility that consolidates your published works from multiple websites, organizes and customizes the results, and gathers other useful data. Here’s what I learned using Authory for the first time.
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Reading Habits From Around The World: 2021 [Infographic]
I'm not about to wax romantic about the good things that have come out of the pandemic, but it's hard to be upset about a 25 percent increase in time spent reading among Americans in 2021.12 Authors Who Died in 2021
As we move on from what was a difficult and taxing year, let's pay tribute to 12 writers and publishing icons who died in 2021. Though they've left us, their voices will forever sing through their published works.Book Publishing Terms: What Every Author Needs To Know
Transitioning from writer to author requires many things — beyond penning a great book. The world of publishing comes with its unique terminology, and we’re here to help you understand some common book publishing terms.
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Book Publishing Terms: What Every Author Needs To Know
Transitioning from writer to author requires many things — beyond penning a great book. The world of publishing comes with its unique terminology, and we’re here to help you understand some common book publishing terms.The Four Cornerstones to Self-Publishing Success
Steven Spatz, BookBaby president and self-published author, talks about the four essential things you need in place to achieve self-publishing success.Overnight Success As An Author? It’s More Like Growing Bamboo.
Overnight success takes years of work, just like bamboo takes years before it sprouts. Whether your plan is to self-publish or land a publishing deal, patience is a cornerstone for success as an author.
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The Four Cornerstones to Self-Publishing Success
Steven Spatz, BookBaby president and self-published author, talks about the four essential things you need in place to achieve self-publishing success.Book Cover Design: From Concept to Completion
BookBaby designers share stories of some of their favorite book cover designs to give insight into the creative process of making your book cover stand out from the crowd.A Look Inside the Mind Of Your Book Cover Designer
There's more to getting a great book cover design than just hiring a professional. You need to communicate the essence of your story and find a way to inspire your designer.
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The Four Cornerstones to Self-Publishing Success
Steven Spatz, BookBaby president and self-published author, talks about the four essential things you need in place to achieve self-publishing success.Getting Book Sales As The Holidays Approach: Part III
When it's time to really get your holiday book marketing and sales going, these actions can help you get the word out during the prime gift-shopping season.Holiday Book Sales, Part II: Finding Your Readers
In part two of our four-part series highlighting effective strategies to score holiday book sales, we focus on getting your book distributed and reaching readers.
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Is BookBaby Legit?
When looking for the right self-publishing company for you, ask the following questions to make sure you're getting the best fit.How To Get Cover Design And Formatting That Fits Your Story: My Self-Publishing Experience Part 6
This is the sixth entry in a series in which I detail the entire experience of self publishing my book. The goal is to offer tips and strategies so you can learn from my successes and mistakes. This week: cover design and interior formatting.Does It Matter How You Publish Or Who Your Competition Is?
The motivation for writing your book should be to give the world a great story and a memorable experience — no matter how you publish or who you're competing with.
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Book Publishing Terms: What Every Author Needs To Know
Transitioning from writer to author requires many things — beyond penning a great book. The world of publishing comes with its unique terminology, and we’re here to help you understand some common book publishing terms.Four Reasons BookBaby Isn’t Facing The Same Supply-Chain Woes Other Publishers Are
These are challenging times for retailers and manufacturers, but BookBaby is uniquely positioned to print and deliver your books this fall and beyond.The Four Cornerstones to Self-Publishing Success
Steven Spatz, BookBaby president and self-published author, talks about the four essential things you need in place to achieve self-publishing success.
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Use This Equation To Achieve Book Marketing Success
“If you do what you always did, you get what you always got.” Are you satisfied with the degree of success you always got? If not, work through this equation. Your Success may increase significantly!Publishing And Book Promotion In The Post-Pandemic Digital Age
The publishing industry — for indies and traditional publishers — has survived and even flourished during the pandemic as people rediscover the pleasures of...Earn More Royalties With Bookshop: My Self-Publishing Experience, Part 11
This is a cautionary tale born from my bad decision to promote my book's Amazon page instead of Bookshop for my self-published title. Note: From...
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