Now that in-person events such as conventions, fairs, and festivals are back in full swing, it's time to shake off the rust and prepare for the rush of shows at the end of 2024, into 2025, and beyond. Join USA Today bestselling author Russell Nohelty...

If your book doesn't have a concrete foundation that brings readers through the story, no amount of beautiful prose and interesting characters can save it. Structure is the backbone of your story and without it both writer and reader will be lost. ...

There is a host of rights associated with a book, many of which you may not even have thought of. I don’t want to call these rights minor, because if you write the next Harry Potter, your merchandising rights will not be minor. Your calendar rights will...

In Less Than 1 Hour Per Week Social media is often seen as the bane of a writer’s existence. However, done correctly, social media is an amazing way to connect with fans and people who will grow to adore your work. The problem is that the social media...

As of early 2021, there are over 2 million podcasts that have produced a combined 48 million episodes. More and more listeners are finding podcasts every day, and readers love audio. This is a huge opportunity for authors, especially since the biggest...

The fundamental element that shapes your character's growth is the world they live in. Making the world feel alive and vibrant is integral to the reader getting lost in your book and falling in love with it. However, many writers get so lost in the minutiae...

The process of getting your work published can be confusing and overwhelming. There are many paths available to authors today, and a large amount of publishing companies and service providers, some more reputable than others. Per author AJ Baker, he...

Social media is everywhere and there are a lot of platforms out there. It can be overwhelming to determine which are most effective for you and your book. Author and publisher L.E. Perez will go over what some of the best ones are for authors, why they...

A newsletter list is one of the best ways for authors to connect with their readership. Email marketing is even more effective than social media networks and can help an author build lasting relationships with his or her audience. An email list should...