After the countdown, self-publishers need a loud, raucous liftoff, with plenty of coverage followed by events that keep their momentum going strong. This two part webinar will explain some detailed steps to take before the launch, during the unveiling...

The publishing world can be overwhelming with the number of things that an author isn’t aware of. For example, what are you looking for in a publicist? How do you choose someone who is going to do best by your book? What kind of questions should you...

Author Keith Sharpe talks about how the Christian market for writers is now more open than ever. There are all sorts of different segments within the Christian world who are writing and being published. This goes beyond the traditional theologians...

Author Alysia Sofios always dreamed of becoming an author. Now that she accomplished her goal, she is looking forward to writing her next book and finding ways to become a better writer. In this interview, she describes how her life has changed since...

Knowing how to write an effective book proposal, or at least be able to write a good first draft, is an important skill for all new authors to hone. Author Carolyn Howard-Johnson believes that in order to have an impactful book proposal, it's important...

Author Kathi Macias, provides a look at what it means to be a ghostwriter and how that's different from collaborative writing. What’s the difference between ghostwriting and collaborative writing and how do you decide which you want to do? What are...

Developing your book's pitch is important when you are looking for a literary agent or want to find a traditional publisher. Senior editor Claudia Gabel describes the importance of a good pitch and how to blend the familiar and the unexpected. She defines...

Signing a contract is stressful and there are a lot of clauses and assumptions written in. Without a law degree, understanding what you’re signing can be nearly impossible and quite overwhelming. Luckily, Judy Klein is willing to break down a few...

Sometimes a writer signs with an agent, manager, or attorney and is so elated to have done so that it doesn't occur to him that he's signed with someone that will not advance his dream of publication or production. But how do you know before you sign...

Defining the audience for your book is critical to its success. It helps agents know which publisher to sell it to, it helps bookstores know where to place it on the shelves, and it helps you market the book by tapping into that audience’s interests...