The tactics of how to gain book publicity are changing. Marika Flatt, owner of book publicity firm PR By The Book, offers her expert tips for pitching a book to the media. To pitch your book to the media, the pitch must be short and sweet. Gone are the...

For a new author, getting a multi-book deal is more than a dream come true. Author Beth Albright shares with us how she landed a three-book deal with Harlequin Mira. Her inspirational story shows us what is possible for new authors and also reminds...

For a new author, getting a multi-book deal is more than a dream come true. Author Beth Albright shares with us how she landed a three-book deal with Harlequin Mira. Her inspirational story shows us what is possible for new authors and also reminds...

Lawrence Knorr, author and founder of Sunbury Press, wants authors to know how to best tailor their submissions to publishers. Knorr’s first surprising tip is to find him at a conference and meet him in person. Right now, Sunbury Press has over 1,000...

There are a number of things you need to consider when you’re trying to decide whether to market your book yourself or hire someone to do it for you. I often hear authors tell me they had no idea how much time, energy, and money it would take to market...

The first three chapters are the most important part of your book for those who are looking to get published. Agents and editors usually request either the first chapter or the first three chapters and then determine if they want to read the complete...

Whether you’re a new author or a self-published veteran, you’ll benefit from this exclusive webinar where author Douglas Gardham demonstrates how a strong online presence can help attract a loyal following. Discover social media strategies, learn website...

Nobody has a weirder internet search history than a fiction writer. Novels often require authors to learn about all kinds of random trivia, like how tall sequoias typically grow, the potency of cyanide, and the amount of time someone with asthma can...