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I'm trying to self-publish a Sci-Fi book and found someone to do book cover artwork, but she's asking me for a template for style and sizing. Not sure how to answer this...can you help me?

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Question: I'm trying to self-publish a Sci-Fi book and found someone to do book cover artwork, but she's asking me for a template for style and sizing. Not sure how to answer this...can you help me? Answer: Using the right dimensions or size for...
- over 2 years ago
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Getting Started with PR - article

Molly Blaisdell

How do you make the public aware of your book? This is where public relations come into play. Public relations or PR is a process to create goodwill between an author and the public and so lead to book sales. A strong PR plan will span six weeks to six...
- over 8 years ago
- Public Relations
- Publicity Campaigns
Why do book categories matter, and how do I know which categories to select for my book?

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Question: Why do book categories matter, and how do I know which categories to select for my book? Answer: Books can be about many different things: a fairytale romance, a post-apocalyptic world, a true story of triumph, or steps for self-improvement...
- over 2 years ago
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Crafting the Perfect Query Letter

Derek Taylor Kent

Land the Agent or Publisher of your Dreams Using a Proven Querying and Submission Strategy Querying is the crucial first step when seeking an agent or publisher, but amazingly is also something that very few authors do well. How do you make yours stand...
- over 5 years ago
- Traditional Publishing
- Submission Process
Top Five Qualities for Achieving Goals and Finding Success as an Author

Sheri Fink

Being a successful author these days requires more than just writing and selling books. Join best-selling children’s author Sheri Fink to discover the top five qualities for achieving goals and finding success as an author. Learn strategies to increase...
- over 5 years ago
- Managing Your Writing Life
- Goal Setting and Process
Efficient Social Media Tips for Authors

Beth Kallman Werner

Social media can be overwhelming and time consuming, but it can also be a very beneficial layer of your author platform, with various channels for promoting your books when used correctly. In this webinar with Author Connections Founder and President...
- over 5 years ago
- Social Media
- General
What all do I need to consider when pricing my books to ensure I make money?

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Question: What all do I need to consider when pricing my books to ensure I make money? Answer: With the recent tariffs imposed on goods imported from Mexico, Canada, and China, it’s more important than ever for authors to understand how material...
- 4 months ago
- Author Learning Center
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Book Pitch Workshop 0122 LEARN MORE
How can I find the right professionals to help ensure my published book meets all industry standards?

Author Learning Center

Question: How can I find the right professionals to help ensure my published book meets all industry standards? Answer: When you write and publish a book, the hope is to have your story, narrative, or message resonate with readers by entertaining...
- 9 months ago
- Author Learning Center
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Power to the People Social Media and Book Marketing - article

Shelley Rogers Landes

If you’re an author planning to market your own book, the first thing I would suggest is to take advantage of social media. If you don’t already have experience with social media, it can be a little daunting, but there are usually plenty of people who...
- over 8 years ago
- Media
- Online