Editing is an essential part of any successful book. Often, it’s what turns a good story into a great one. For authors new to the editing process there are many details to sort through, including what type of editing you need, how much, and when you...

Selling your book can be hard. It is important to make your book stand out, as competition can be overwhelming. At large bookstores like Amazon.com, Borders, and Barnes and Noble, your book may get little attention in the sea of other books. Book signings...

Author Donna Levin explains how film options for books work and some of the key considerations if you want to turn your book into a movie. If you wish to pursue this goal, make sure that your literary agent has co-agents in Hollywood. Film deals usually...

Building social media marketing into your book marketing plan is essential. But with so many options out there and limited time to invest, how do you know which ones to choose? Suzette Conway, former director of the Author Learning Center, discusses...

As new author, you may ask yourself: when should I start marketing my book? Laura Rossi Totten, founder of Laura Rossi Public Relations, discusses when and how to start your book marketing and publicity campaign. She urges you to start earlier than...

Building social media marketing into your book marketing plan is essential. But with so many options out there and limited time to invest, how do you know which ones to choose? Suzette Conway, former director of the Author Learning Center, discusses...

Author Donna Levin explains how film options for books work and some of the key considerations if you want to turn your book into a movie. If you wish to pursue this goal, make sure that your literary agent has co-agents in Hollywood. Film deals usually...

As new author, you may ask yourself: when should I start marketing my book? Laura Rossi Totten, founder of Laura Rossi Public Relations, discusses when and how to start your book marketing and publicity campaign. She urges you to start earlier than...

There are four main book publishing options available to writers today. Keith Ogorek, President of the Author Learning Center , describes each publishing path and explains the benefits and challenges of each option. Learn the basics of DIY publishing...