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        Inspiration

        What Makes a Good Children’s Book: 6 Characteristics

        Scott McCormick - September 22, 2023
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        What makes a good children's book? You need relatable characters, fantastic illustrations, and and a central theme. But wait! There's more...
        Writing Tips

        Best Book Endings in Recent Fiction

        Lee Purcell - September 12, 2023
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        The conclusion can elevate the reader’s experience to sublime satisfaction. Or, it can make the reader wish they’d never embarked on the journey of reading your book.
        Writing Tips

        Capitalization Rules for Titles and Chapters

        Janna Lopez - September 8, 2023
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        Struggling to decide if a word needs to be capitalized or not? Here's everything you need to know when it comes to capitalization rules.
    • Editing
      • Editing

        What is Copy Editing and Does Your Book Need It?

        Lauren Davish - April 25, 2023
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        Copy editing can be time-consuming but is critical when publishing a book. Learn how to speed up copy editing so your book can go to market fast.
        Editing

        Why You Need an Editor for Your Book

        Lauren Davish - April 12, 2023
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        An editor can help ensure your book's success before it hits the shelves. Learn more about an editor's role and why you should invest in editing services.
        Editing

        Writers and Editors: Finding The Right Fit

        Andre Calilhanna - November 12, 2022
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        Andre Calilhanna and Janna Lopez talk about writing and editing and the process of finding the right fit to produce your best written work.
    • Good Writing Habits
      • Good Writing Habits

        Your First Draft is Beautiful — Even if it is a Beautiful Mess

        Grant Faulkner - August 23, 2023
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        A first draft, no matter how messy, always contains beautiful gems of storytelling, prose, and — most importantly — truth.
        Good Writing Habits

        How to Use Chekhov’s Gun to Enhance Your Story

        Philip Kinsher - August 16, 2023
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        Are you familiar with Chekhov’s Gun? Well, if you put this narrative device in your story, you'd better use it!
        Good Writing Habits

        Internal vs. External Conflict in Writing

        Philip Kinsher - August 16, 2023
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        Conflict drives a plot forward and gives depth to characters. We look at internal vs. external conflict and how it applies to your story.
    • Writing Tips
      • Writing Tips

        Best Book Endings in Recent Fiction

        Lee Purcell - September 12, 2023
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        The conclusion can elevate the reader’s experience to sublime satisfaction. Or, it can make the reader wish they’d never embarked on the journey of reading your book.
        Writing Tips

        Capitalization Rules for Titles and Chapters

        Janna Lopez - September 8, 2023
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        Struggling to decide if a word needs to be capitalized or not? Here's everything you need to know when it comes to capitalization rules.
        Writing Tips

        How to Write a Book Series

        Scott McCormick - August 31, 2023
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        Readers who fall in love with your world and characters are eager to read more, but writing a book series requires dedication, creativity, commitment, and meticulous planning.
    • Writing Groups, Tools, & Software
      • Writing Groups, Tools, & Software

        Can ChatGPT Help You Overcome Writer’s Block?

        Jim Foley - May 5, 2023
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        If you're feeling stuck with your writing, why not take a break and check out ChatGPT? If nothing else, you might have fun experimenting.
        Writing Groups, Tools, & Software

        Are There Reliable Speech-to-Text Options For Writers?

        Lee Purcell - November 4, 2022
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        For all the power of modern personal computers, speech-to-text has been a difficult service to perfect. Has its time finally come?
        Writing Groups, Tools, & Software

        Is A Writing Workshop Right For You?

        The Book Professor - July 28, 2022
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        Writers rarely produce perfect first drafts that are ready to publish. Even famous authors like Ernest Hemingway and Virginia Woolf joined writing workshops to polish their prose.
  • How To Self-Publish
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        How to Publish a Book as a Teenager

        Scott McCormick - September 15, 2023
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        You can be a published author at any age. Learn how to publish a book as a teenager and share your story with the world.
        Publishing Industry News

        Understanding Book Royalties

        Philip Kinsher - September 7, 2023
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        Book royalties are a primary source of author income. Learn how book royalties work and how to maximize royalties as a self-published author.
        Publishing Industry News

        Author Merchandise Ideas to Boost Revenue

        Scott McCormick - August 30, 2023
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        Lots of authors are offering custom merch to add additional revenue and strengthen and define their author brands.
    • Self-Publishing
      • Self-Publishing

        How to Publish a Book as a Teenager

        Scott McCormick - September 15, 2023
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        You can be a published author at any age. Learn how to publish a book as a teenager and share your story with the world.
        Self-Publishing

        The 7 Stages of the Publishing Process

        Philip Kinsher - August 17, 2023
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        BookBaby simplifies the publishing process with a dedicated team of experts that can handle book editing, cover design, formatting, and more.
        Self-Publishing

        How to Get a Book Published

        Philip Kinsher - August 9, 2023
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        Ready to share your story with the world? Discover all the pathways you can take — including getting your book published with BookBaby.
    • Book Design & Formatting
      • Book Design & Formatting

        How to Choose the Best Yearbook Binding

        Jim Foley - August 17, 2023
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        While print quality is essential for a stellar finished product, a high-quality yearbook goes beyond that; it includes a well-designed cover and durable binding.
        Book Design & Formatting

        How to Make a Yearbook in 7 Steps

        Jim Foley - August 17, 2023
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        Yearbooks hold precious memories and archive community history. Here are seven basic steps to follow to make a yearbook with BookBaby's professional yearbook services.
        Book Design & Formatting

        Comparing Matte vs. Glossy Book Cover Finish

        Philip Kinsher - August 13, 2023
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        Ready to publish your book? One thing you'll need to determine is whether a matte or a glossy cover is best for your book.
    • Book Distribution
      • Book Distribution

        How to Distribute an eBook for New Authors

        Philip Kinsher - June 26, 2023
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        Ready to learn how to distribute an eBook? Discover essential tips, tools, and strategies for successfully distributing your books.
        Book Distribution

        How To Generate Additional Book Revenue From Your Nonfiction Title

        Brian Jud - February 7, 2023
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        Borrowing ideas from other industries can create new book revenue ideas for your nonfiction title, and your fiction titles, as well.
        Book Distribution

        3 Tips To Boost Your Book Sales This Fall

        Jim Foley - September 28, 2022
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        A great way to boost book sales is to hit the ground and connect with readers through personal and grassroots efforts. Here are some ideas to get you started.
    • Printed Books 101
      • Printed Books 101

        10 Important Parts of a Book for First-Time Authors

        Joe Yamulla - July 14, 2023
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        Set your book up for success by knowing the important parts of a book — front and back matter and everything in between.
        Printed Books 101

        What to Know About Writing a Book Table of Contents

        Jasmine Gayle - June 22, 2023
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        Your book's table of content should address a reader's questions and provide a roadmap. Learn how to format and write your table of contents.
        Printed Books 101

        Tips for Writing a Book Acknowledgements Page

        Jasmine Gayle - May 31, 2023
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        Need help with your book acknowledgements page? Read on to discover tips, best practices for writing your page, things you need to include, and more.
  • How To Promote
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        Book Promotion & Publicity

        Holiday Book Marketing Starts Now!

        Joe Yamulla - September 20, 2023
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        The holidays will be here before you know it, and now is the time for independent authors to start planning and preparing to take advantage of this busy book-selling season.
        Book Promotion & Publicity

        Update Your Book Marketing to the 21st Century

        Brian Jud - September 19, 2023
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        You're a sophisticated self-published author, and it's time to update your book marketing and sell books to non-bookstore buyers.
        Book Launch

        Author Speaking Engagements: Tips for a Successful Event

        Scott McCormick - September 14, 2023
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        Ready to interact with your readers? Author speaking engagements offer benefits for your book and writing career.
    • Book Launch
      • Book Launch

        Author Speaking Engagements: Tips for a Successful Event

        Scott McCormick - September 14, 2023
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        Ready to interact with your readers? Author speaking engagements offer benefits for your book and writing career.
        Book Launch

        How to Plan a Book Tour on Your Own

        Scott McCormick - August 25, 2023
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        A book tour may sound like some fanciful dream, but plenty of independent authors plan and execute successful book tours. So how do you do it?
        Book Launch

        To Sell More Books, Think Like Warren Buffett

        Brian Jud - June 8, 2023
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        Some of Warren Buffett's investment strategies are remarkably applicable to book marketing, even if he didn't intend them to be.
    • Book Promotion & Publicity