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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 8 years ago
- Traditional Publishing
- Agents
Hope Paris Mendelssohn Testimonial
What are some common grammar and punctuation errors I should look for when revising my manuscript?

Author Learning Center

Question: What are some common grammar and punctuation errors I should look for when revising my manuscript? Answer: Before publishing a manuscript, there are several stages of editing and revisions an author must go through to produce the best...
- 17 days ago
- Author Learning Center
- Ask Keith
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?

Author Learning Center

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 3 years ago
- Author Learning Center
- Ask Keith
What are all of the costs I should consider when writing and publishing a book?

Author Learning Center

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 2 years ago
- Author Learning Center
- Ask Keith
If you self-publish a manuscript, can that manuscript later be sold to a publisher and be re-published?

Author Learning Center

Question: If you self-publish a manuscript, can that manuscript later be sold to a publisher and be re-published? Answer: This question comes up in almost every traditional publishing-related webinar or workshop that I present. It’s exciting for...
- over 4 years ago
- Author Learning Center
- Ask Keith
Book Design: Create the Best Back Cover Copy - article

Kay Ziegler

After you have written and edited your book, you will probably turn to designing your book covers. You might want to start with the front cover. The beginning of the book might seem a logical place to start. You then might put all your time and energy...
- over 8 years ago
- Design
- Cover
Tips for Working with a Freelance Editor - article

R.J. Lee

One of the most important aspects of working with a freelance editor is your comfort level with that editor. So, you’ve selected an editor who is not only competent, but is accessible, responsive and reliable. And you like him or her. However, this is...
- over 8 years ago
- Careers
- Freelance Editor
ReviewU: How To Improve Your Chances of Getting Review Attention - recorded webinar

Matt Sutherland

Trade review journals like Foreword Reviews , Publishers Weekly , Kirkus , Booklist , and Library Journal exist to help librarians and booksellers identify the best books to stock on their shelves. The journals each employ many dozens to hundreds of...
- over 8 years ago
- Book Reviews
- Others
Content Development for Social Media Strategy

Beth Kallman Werner

One of the toughest challenges for authors, especially those who are not social media savvy, is building a portfolio of collateral to share with potential readers and fans. To engage and expand your following, you need to create and share content that...
- over 2 years ago
- Social Media
- General