Many writers have a solid idea for a book but just can't seem to get their manuscript finished. For Malaysian author Eric Teh, the key to getting to the finish line with his first book in just five weeks was staying focused on his end goal. For Teh,...

Breaking into comics as a woman can be challenging. But today there are more opportunities for women writers to enter the comic book industry than ever before. Comic book writer and historian Trina Robbins offers advice for women interested in breaking...

Breaking into comics as a woman can be challenging. But today there are more opportunities for women writers to enter the comic book industry than ever before. Comic book writer and historian Trina Robbins offers advice for women interested in breaking...

With the introduction of e-books, book length requirements have changed. Books are shorter than they used to be, and many times, that means the author is forced to cut and revise their story. Suzy Spencer, true crime author, shares editing and cutting...

With the introduction of e-books, book length requirements have changed. Books are shorter than they used to be, and many times, that means the author is forced to cut and revise their story. Suzy Spencer, true crime author, shares editing and cutting...

Book signings and events are wonderful opportunities for authors. Bookstore events not only help you promote and sell your book, but they also have the potential to make a strong impact on a reader's life, making a memory that will last a lifetime...

Book signings and events are wonderful opportunities for authors. Bookstore events not only help you promote and sell your book, but they also have the potential to make a strong impact on a reader's life, making a memory that will last a lifetime...

Social media is packed with video content, as is obvious by a single scroll down any platform feed. How can you make video content that’s effective for a book market? Erik Deckers, author and president of Pro Blog Service, explains the importance of...

When do authors need a publicist? As an author, you may have attempted to start a publicity campaign with a basic website, Twitter account, and Facebook page, but you might not know how to utilize these tools effectively. In this case, you consider...

Amy Collins, President of New Shelves Books, explains why owning your own ISBN is vital. “If you are really serious about being an author and publishing your own book, you need to own every aspect of that book,” she says. Free and discounted ISBNs...