Many authors are drawn to memoir writing because it allows them to share the powerful moments of their life with others. But finding marketing or publishing success as a memoir writer can be difficult. Lucy Silag, community and engagement manager at...

Writing a book is difficult, but it’s not the end of your journey. When the writing process is done, the publishing process begins. Actually selling your book is difficult and can be a financially risky business. One way to mitigate that risk is to...

As an author and small business owner, book PR/marketing expert A.G. Billig is constantly juggling her own writing and marketing along with managing her Self-Publishing Mastery website. She’s found that blocking out time for writing every day and staying...

As a traditionally published author, Jo Furniss experienced the challenging process of querying literary agents. Furniss sees the query letter as a critically important first impression and highly recommends doing thorough research before you even begin...

Book signings can be intimidating and even discouraging events. This webinar is about changing that. Author Douglas Gardham goes through booking and scheduling your signing, how to prepare for your signing, and what to do at your signing or book event...

If you are an author, chances are you have heard people talking about keywords. But, what exactly are keywords in the publishing world and why are they so important? In this recorded session, New Shelves Books executive director Keri-Rae Barnum guides...

For many new writers it's exciting to think about getting published, maybe even becoming a bestseller or being able to make enough money as a writer to quit your day job. Author and writing teacher Georgia Lee advises new writers to focus less on getting...

For many new writers it's exciting to think about getting published, maybe even becoming a bestseller or being able to make enough money as a writer to quit your day job. Author and writing teacher Georgia Lee advises new writers to focus less on getting...

Tired of hearing you need to promote your book? Everywhere you turn you're asked to give time and money for promotions that may or may not yield sales. The world of marketing is huge and confusing but what if you could lay out a simple month by month...

When it comes to book promotion, there are certain tactics and initiatives that work better than others. Author, comedy writer, and columnist James Breakwell has learned that sharing inspiring, personal stories with your audience or network can have...