After being in this business for twenty-five years, I can tell you that the only people who know whether a book is self published or traditionally published are the publishers and the bookstore owners. People always used to say that you shouldn’t self...

If you have a portfolio of short work such as short stories, personal essays, or poetry, Professor and author Donna Arthur Downs recommends trying to get this work published. It can sometimes be easier to find publishing opportunities for short work...

One of the most important aspects of being an author is your branding or public image. Award-winning journalist, broadcast personality, and National Reading Movement Ambassador Michelle Martin has had the privilege of working with many authors both in...

Keeping the creative flow going throughout the book writing process can be challenging for many writers. Gregg Gonzales, founder of The SpeakEasy Method, uses the multi-step process he developed to help writers revisit their "why", creating a safe space...

As much as she hates to say it, professor and author Donna Arthur Downs believes social media is crucial for writers. If you don't have a following, she says, it will be difficult to get attention from traditional publishers. Downs herself recently took...

Being a successful author these days requires more than just writing and selling books. Join best-selling children’s author Sheri Fink to discover the top five qualities for achieving goals and finding success as an author. Learn strategies to increase...

Award-winning, bestselling author Cara C. Putman says as much as you might not like it, book marketing needs to be a priority for authors. Many authors struggle with finding time to market their books and Putman is no different. As a college professor...

For writer and producer Jack Bernstein, there is always an angle or new perspective to consider for any story. Known for the film Ace Ventura and for his work on popular TV shows such as Monk and NCIS: New Orleans , Bernstein likes surprising audiences...