Erin Danielle Russell, coauthor of the bestselling Dork Diaries series with her mom Rachel Renee Russell, discusses her new picture book How to Trick the Tooth Fairy , illustrated by Jennifer Hansen Rolli. For more on this author visit http://www.simonandschuster...

Anna Perera, author of "Guantanamo Boy," discusses her book and its main character. This is a great look at how real world experiences can be used as the foundation of a riveting story with strong characters. If you are looking for some inspiration...

Author JL Doty explains how important it is to finish one book before you start another. Staying focused on your current project will help you deal with the pressure to succeed and makes each story stronger in the long run.

Author Jennifer Ziegler, who has written three books under her name and numerous others in the mass market industry, shares her views on the value of outlining and how the technique has helped her over the years. Click here to play this audio clip

Author and freelance writer Jackie Dishner describes her self-improvement philosophy (B.I.K.E.) and how she turned it into a book and other revenue streams. This interview is a must for any author looking to leverage life experiences, build a larger...

Author JL Doty explains how important it is to finish one book before you start another. Staying focused on your current project will help you deal with the pressure to succeed and makes each story stronger in the long run. Click here to play this audio...

Book signings are, at face value, about you personalizing your book for your buyers. You may also choose to read aloud a short selection from the book and answer questions. But think beyond the most basic definition of book signings. They are about getting...

Marketing your book is necessary if you expect commercial success. But doing it right means finding the right marketing mix to reach the widest audience. In this interview, Shelley Rogers Landes, former marketing manager at Author Solutions, discusses...

Structuring a nonfiction book is a lot like building a house. There are many different styles and ways to go about it, and there are only one or two structures that are actually suited for your particular book and the things you want to say. Presenter...

Marketing your book is necessary if you expect commercial success. But doing it right means finding the right marketing mix to reach the widest audience. In this interview, Shelley Rogers Landes, former marketing manager at Author Solutions, discusses...