Q&amp;A blog with ALC President Keith Ogorekhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/atomTelligent Community (Build: 10.1.0.6983)2025-09-03T07:42:00Zhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-am-ready-to-start-editing-my-first-manuscript-what-are-common-mistakes-editors-see-first-time-writers-making-that-i-should-look-for2026-04-09T13:42:00Z2026-04-09T13:42:00ZQuestion: I am ready to start editing my first manuscript. What are common mistakes editors see first-time writers making that I should look for? &nbsp; Answer: Writing a book can be very challenging, not only because the task of writing takes skill...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-am-ready-to-start-editing-my-first-manuscript-what-are-common-mistakes-editors-see-first-time-writers-making-that-i-should-look-for">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=141&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-would-like-to-pursue-a-traditional-publishing-deal-for-my-book-but-i-m-not-sure-it-is-a-good-fit-for-a-major-publishing-house-what-other-types-of-traditional-publishers-are-out-there2026-03-27T17:21:00Z2026-03-27T17:21:00ZQuestion: I would like to pursue a traditional publishing deal for my book, but I&rsquo;m not sure it is a good fit for a major publishing house. What other types of traditional publishers are out there? &nbsp; Answer: Most authors are familiar with...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-would-like-to-pursue-a-traditional-publishing-deal-for-my-book-but-i-m-not-sure-it-is-a-good-fit-for-a-major-publishing-house-what-other-types-of-traditional-publishers-are-out-there">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=140&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-m-struggling-to-get-sales-on-amazon-because-my-book-isn-t-showing-in-searches-or-getting-noticed-how-can-i-make-it-stand-out-and-reach-more-readers2026-03-11T16:05:00Z2026-03-11T16:05:00ZQuestion: I&rsquo;m struggling to get sales on Amazon because my book isn&rsquo;t showing in searches or getting noticed. How can I make it stand out and reach more readers? &nbsp; Answer: For many authors, Amazon is their primary distribution and sa...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-m-struggling-to-get-sales-on-amazon-because-my-book-isn-t-showing-in-searches-or-getting-noticed-how-can-i-make-it-stand-out-and-reach-more-readers">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=139&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-am-considering-writing-a-book-on-my-area-of-expertise-how-can-this-benefit-me-and-what-should-i-keep-in-mind-to-ensure-my-book-appeals-to-my-intended-audience2026-02-26T20:52:00Z2026-02-26T20:52:00ZQuestion: I am considering writing a book on my area of expertise. How can this benefit me, and what should I keep in mind to ensure my book appeals to my intended audience? &nbsp; Answer: If you have authority or expertise in a specific field, you m...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-am-considering-writing-a-book-on-my-area-of-expertise-how-can-this-benefit-me-and-what-should-i-keep-in-mind-to-ensure-my-book-appeals-to-my-intended-audience">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=138&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/as-a-new-author-do-i-need-to-be-set-up-as-a-business-to-sell-my-work2026-02-12T20:08:00Z2026-02-12T20:08:00ZDisclaimer: This article provides an overview of the basic principles of registering a DBA or LLC in the United States. The material contained in this article is NOT legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client or other confidential relations...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/as-a-new-author-do-i-need-to-be-set-up-as-a-business-to-sell-my-work">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=137&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/as-an-author-should-i-be-using-linkedin-to-create-awareness-for-my-work-and-increase-my-readership-if-so-how2026-01-29T15:32:00Z2026-01-29T15:32:00ZQuestion: As an author, should I be using LinkedIn to create awareness for my work and increase my readership? If so, how? &nbsp; Answer: Understanding the types of users on the various social media platforms can greatly inform where you choose to f...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/as-an-author-should-i-be-using-linkedin-to-create-awareness-for-my-work-and-increase-my-readership-if-so-how">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=136&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/how-can-i-connect-with-other-writers-and-industry-professionals-without-it-seeming-forced-or-insincere2026-01-15T13:32:00Z2026-01-15T13:32:00ZQuestion:&nbsp;How can I connect with other writers and industry professionals without it seeming forced or insincere? &nbsp; Answer: Writing a book can be a very solitary act, requiring months or even years of individual effort, focus, and discipli...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/how-can-i-connect-with-other-writers-and-industry-professionals-without-it-seeming-forced-or-insincere">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=135&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/as-an-author-how-can-i-protect-my-work-my-privacy-and-my-business2025-12-15T18:09:00Z2025-12-15T18:09:00ZQuestion: As an author, how can I protect my work, my privacy, and my business? &nbsp; Answer: The writing process is a solitary journey where your creativity and imagination can explore in the privacy of your writing space. Once your work is publis...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/as-an-author-how-can-i-protect-my-work-my-privacy-and-my-business">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=134&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/there-seems-to-be-a-lot-of-controversy-surrounding-ai-in-regards-to-writing-and-publishing-is-it-okay-to-use-artificial-intelligence-to-assist-with-writing-editing-and-marketing-my-book2025-12-03T17:06:00Z2025-12-03T17:06:00ZQuestion: There seems to be a lot of controversy surrounding artificial intelligence in regards to writing and publishing. Is it okay to use&nbsp;AI to assist with writing, editing, and marketing my book? &nbsp; Answer: The increase in generative AI ...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/there-seems-to-be-a-lot-of-controversy-surrounding-ai-in-regards-to-writing-and-publishing-is-it-okay-to-use-artificial-intelligence-to-assist-with-writing-editing-and-marketing-my-book">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=133&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-m-interested-in-writing-a-book-that-helps-others-by-sharing-some-struggles-i-ve-overcome-what-should-i-keep-in-mind-when-writing-to-ensure-my-stories-and-advice-resonate-with-readers2025-11-19T16:35:00Z2025-11-19T16:35:00ZQuestion: I&rsquo;m interested in writing a book that helps others by sharing some struggles I&rsquo;ve overcome. What should I keep in mind when writing to ensure my stories and advice resonate with readers? &nbsp; Answer: We all face struggles fro...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-m-interested-in-writing-a-book-that-helps-others-by-sharing-some-struggles-i-ve-overcome-what-should-i-keep-in-mind-when-writing-to-ensure-my-stories-and-advice-resonate-with-readers">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=132&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/what-are-some-ways-i-can-repurpose-my-book-s-content-to-reach-more-readers-and-potentially-earn-more-income2025-11-06T15:44:00Z2025-11-06T15:44:00ZQuestion: What are some ways I can repurpose my book&rsquo;s content to reach more readers and potentially earn more income? &nbsp; Answer: So much time and effort goes into writing a manuscript and producing a book that is marketable and appealing t...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/what-are-some-ways-i-can-repurpose-my-book-s-content-to-reach-more-readers-and-potentially-earn-more-income">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=131&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-m-writing-my-first-horror-novel-and-want-to-ensure-my-story-will-appeal-to-readers-of-this-genre-what-are-some-things-i-should-consider-and-avoid-when-writing-horror2025-10-24T19:24:00Z2025-10-24T19:24:00ZQuestion: I&rsquo;m writing my first horror novel and want to ensure my story will appeal to readers of this genre. 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How do I know if these are scams or legit? &nbsp; Answer: Unfortunately, publishing and Hollywood-related scams continu...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-ve-been-receiving-daily-emails-and-phones-calls-about-various-opportunities-for-my-published-book-how-do-i-know-if-these-are-scams-or-legit">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=129&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/what-can-i-do-to-create-awareness-for-my-book-and-increase-sales-this-holiday-season2025-09-18T17:58:00Z2025-09-18T17:58:00ZQuestion: What can I do to create awareness for my book and increase sales this Holiday season? &nbsp; Answer: The Holiday season is one of the most lucrative times of the year for book sales, <a href="https://wordsrated.com/holiday-book-sales-statistics/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">accounting for over 20% of annual revenue for U.S. bookse...</a>(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/what-can-i-do-to-create-awareness-for-my-book-and-increase-sales-this-holiday-season">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=128&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smannahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/are-writers-conferences-worth-attending-where-can-i-find-reputable-conferences-and-what-should-i-expect-when-attending2025-09-03T11:42:00Z2025-09-03T11:42:00ZQuestion: Are writers conferences worth attending? Where can I find reputable conferences, and what should I expect when attending? &nbsp; Answer: Writing a book can be a very solitary journey, but it doesn&rsquo;t have to be. There are many opportun...(<a href="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/are-writers-conferences-worth-attending-where-can-i-find-reputable-conferences-and-what-should-i-expect-when-attending">read more</a>)<img src="https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/aggbug?PostID=127&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">Author Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/members/smanna