Why do we write? It’s an ancient question that storytellers, linguists, authors, psychologists, sociologist, and philosophers have attempted to answer for centuries. And yet, each individual writer understands their task a little differently. Googling...

Why do we write? It’s an ancient question that storytellers, linguists, authors, psychologists, sociologist, and philosophers have attempted to answer for centuries. And yet, each individual writer understands their task a little differently. Googling...

In 2019, visiting the public library was one of Americans’ top cultural activities, according to Gallup . Adults reported visiting a library 10.5 times per year – more than they went to the movies, live sporting events, museums, zoos, or theme parks...

Much of the publishing industry was shocked at the beginning of 2010 to receive a report from Bowker stating that over a million books were published in 2009 (the numbers for 2010 aren’t yet available). About 770,000 of those books were self published...

Of all the keys to writing a successful book series, one stands above and beyond all the rest. It’s not what the author usually wants to hear, but it’s the cardinal rule for series writing. You must plan out the entire series before you start writing...

Watch exclusive footage of bestselling author Lisa See discussing her latest novel, The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane , a part of Simon & Schuster’s Book Club Matinee at New York City’s historic Ed Sullivan Theater. Lisa See shares: 1. Her experience...

Garnering book reviews is a critical part of the book launch process, and authors need to be strategic with the timing. So, how do new authors go about getting book reviews? As author Carolyn Howard-Johnson explains in her book, How to Get Great Book...

In this webinar, editor JoSelle Vanderhooft explores topics relating to different types of freelance editing services, such as copyediting and content editing, and the differences between them. She'll also discuss interactions between editors and authors...

No matter your publishing path, there are many steps and tasks that need to be done leading up to the launch of your book, leaving little time to just simply celebrate your accomplishments. A successful book launch requires a lot of hard work and planning...

In this first quarterly check-in webinar, presenters from the previous months’ webinars will provide a recap on tasks completed to date, offer tips and advice on staying motivated throughout the writing process, and host an open question and answer session...