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As an author, how can I protect my work, my privacy, and my business?
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Question: As an author, how can I protect my work, my privacy, and my business? Answer: The writing process is a solitary journey where your creativity and imagination can explore in the privacy of your writing space. Once your work is published...
2 months ago
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Press Release: Going Above and Beyond - article
Shells Walter
A video press release contains similar content as a standard release, except it is in a movie format that you can see online or download onto your computer. With a video press release you are announcing something, whether it is your book, an event...
over 9 years ago
Public Relations
Press Releases
How Can I Create a Logo? - article
Suzette Conway
As an author you might be interested in creating a logo to visually represent you and your books or perhaps the company you’ve created if you are writing as a profession. You can choose to design the logo yourself using online resources and specialty...
over 9 years ago
Branding
Logos
And the winner is... - article
Molly Blaisdell
Have you ever thought of entering a writing contest but stopped because the rules were complex, and you didn't want to spend that much time preparing. Is winning a contest worth the time and effort? Yes, winning a contest can be worth the time and effort...
over 9 years ago
Contests and Endorsements
Contests
5 Reasons You Were Rejected - article
Molly Blaisdell
You crafted a query and a synopsis and sent it out to an agent. Finally the answer came. You opened the email to find, “Thank you very much for your submission but no, thank you.” Keep breathing. Rejection means you are a real writer. It means you are...
over 9 years ago
Traditional Publishing
Agents
On Air: How to Contact TV and Radio Producers and Get Them to Interview You on Air? - article
Molly Blaisdell
You’ve collected a boatload of contact information on TV and radio producers, and now it’s time to start reaching out and snagging airtime. Your book is worth it; so put your best foot forward and dive in. You will begin with a query to local radio stations...
over 9 years ago
Events
Interviews
Hope Paris Mendelssohn Testimonial
There seems to be a lot of controversy surrounding artificial intelligence in regards to writing and publishing. Is it okay to use AI to assist with writing, editing, and marketing my book?
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Question: There seems to be a lot of controversy surrounding artificial intelligence in regards to writing and publishing. Is it okay to use AI to assist with writing, editing, and marketing my book? Answer: The increase in generative AI platforms...
3 months ago
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I don’t know anyone who personally believes they can write a “perfect” query letter. Can you give some guidance, with examples of good vs. bad?
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QUESTION: I don’t know anyone who personally believes they can write a “perfect” query letter. Can you give some guidance, with examples of good vs. bad? ANSWER: If you’re struggling with crafting the “perfect” query letter, you’re not alone. For...
over 4 years ago
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What are all of the costs I should consider when writing and publishing a book?
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Disclaimer: The costs associated with writing, editing, publishing, and marketing a book can vary widely. Any cost estimates or cost ranges provided below are based on what you might expect to pay in the United States. You must conduct your own research...
over 3 years ago
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