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4 Ways to Publish a Book in 2025
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There’s never been a better time to publish a book! Fifteen years ago, the only way to publish a book was through a literary agent and a traditional publishing house. It was a highly competitive market, saturated with thousands of query letters and...
over 6 years ago
Preparation
Choosing a Path
How can I improve my craft and become a better writer?
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Question: How can I improve my craft and become a better writer? Answer: Great writing isn’t just about using ideas, words, and sentences to communicate or tell a story; it’s about knowing how to put these and other elements together in a compelling...
over 2 years ago
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What are beta readers, and how can I find a few to read my manuscript and provide feedback?
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Question: What are beta readers, and how can I find a few to read my manuscript and provide feedback? Answer: Before publishing a manuscript, there are several stages of editing and revisions an author must go through to produce the best book possible...
over 1 year ago
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How to Improve Your Writing Skills in 6 Easy Steps
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Why is it worth the time and effort to become a better writer? As you continue to write books and grow as a published author, it’s important to work on improving your craft. But what does ‘writing craft’ really mean? Think of it this way: we all...
over 6 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Education and Craft
Making the Most of Your Publishing Budget
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When self-publishing, costs can easily add up. As you continue to purchase services, hire experienced vendors, and make your book the best it can be, you can suddenly find yourself spending much more than you intended. Unfortunately, this is incredibly...
over 7 years ago
Self-Publishing
DIY Route
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Submittable for Writers
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How to Easily Submit Writing to Magazines, Publishers, and Contests For writers, getting your work published and recognized is a step toward realizing your goals as an author. However, finding the right contests or publications can be a challenging...
over 7 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Writing Apps & Websites
What are some ways I can repurpose my book’s content to reach more readers and potentially earn more income?
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Question: What are some ways I can repurpose my book’s content to reach more readers and potentially earn more income? Answer: So much time and effort goes into writing a manuscript and producing a book that is marketable and appealing to readers...
1 month ago
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In writing and self-publishing a book, when should you apply for a copyright?
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Disclaimer: This article provides an overview of the basic principles of copyright in the United States. The material contained in this article is NOT legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client or other confidential relationship between the...
over 4 years ago
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Amazon: Improve Your Ranking - article
Michael Esser
Amazon is such a powerhouse in the publishing and retailing of books, it’s only natural to be curious about how to factor them into your success plans. Let’s take a look at some commonly asked questions. How does Amazon rank its books? Amazon currently...
over 9 years ago
Distribution & Sales
Booksellers
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