As a new author, breaking into publishing can be challenging. There are so many rules to learn and tips to follow. Meanwhile, you just want to tell your story, help others, express yourself, and achieve your dream. One industry standard to consider is...

In order to be an effective writer and marketer, you must conduct market research in the area in which you are going to write. Even though the word “research” brings negative connotations for many, conducting market research isn’t as boring and difficult...

Editing is an essential part of any successful book. Often, it’s what turns a good story into a great one. For authors new to the editing process there are many details to sort through, including what type of editing you need, how much, and when you...

Vanessa Chan describes the custom she always utilized while writing her debut novel, The Storm We Made . Her debut novel is a national bestseller, Good Morning America Book Club Pick and BBC Radio 2 Book Club pick. Her other work has been published in...

The Helsinki Affair author Anna Pitoniak discusses building a routine into her creative writing process, and the importance of routine and discipline when writing a book. Anna Pitoniak is the author of Our American Friend, Necessary People , and The...

Author Brandon Stosuy discusses the transformative power of tears in Sad Happens , a beautifully illustrated, celebratory anthology exploring sadness. Brandon Stosuy is the cofounder and Editor-in-Chief of The Creative Independent , published by Kickstarter...

Chloe Gong on every writer's worst enemy...writer's block. Chloe Gong is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the critically acclaimed Secret Shanghai novels, as well as the Flesh and False Gods trilogy. Her books have been published in over...

When deciding what book marketing initiatives to execute or online platforms to use for book promotion, it's important to do some research. CamCat Publishing founder Sue Arroyo recommends that authors understand who their target readers are and how they...

Having your elevator pitch fine-tuned and memorized is important when talking about your book. You'll use this pitch when speaking with agents, publishers, event planners, bookstores, readers, and more. Book coach Cathy Fyock shares what she thinks comprises...