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Writing Content for Marketing - podcast
Sam Slaughter
Sam Slaughter, VP of Content at Contently.com, discusses how to write for your marketing. “We encourage authors not to think of writing for brands as different from writing for publishers. They should think of it as exactly the same thing,” he says...
over 8 years ago
Marketing Plan
Research
The Key To Choosing The Right Publicist - video
Mary Bisbee-Beek
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...
over 8 years ago
Public Relations
Publicity Campaigns
Combining Short Stories to Create a Full-Length Novel
Chrome Oxide
Many writers don't realize that their short work can be re-purposed into other pieces. Author Chrome Oxide has used the characters or plot points from his short stories as the foundation for full-length novels. His first novel started off as a short...
over 5 years ago
Fiction
Plot Planning
How Successful Agent and Author Collaborations Can Help Elevate Books
Eric Lincoln Miller
As an agent, Eric Lincoln Miller of 3ibooks follows a marketing plan template that includes print, events, and online promotion. To help his authors, he can reach out to contacts to assist in building a platform, and he relies on a good collaboration...
over 2 years ago
Traditional Publishing
Agents
Advice for New Writers on Staying Positive After Receiving Rejections
Carl Prude Jr.
Oftentimes, rejection is not personal, says Carl Prude Jr., an author, speaker, and president of The Work Life Company. If you have been rejected by an agent or publisher, it’s not necessarily because they don’t like your book – the book just may not...
over 5 years ago
Getting Feedback
Dealing with Rejection
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Author Learning Center
Bi-weekly, ALC's Manager of Author Education Sheila Manna candidly weighs in on questions asked by you, the ALC community. She's tackling it all — book reviews, writing fiction based on real life, overcoming writing obstacles, understanding your publishing...
over 3 years ago
Author Learning Center
Ask Keith
The Right Time to Write - video
Maureen Francisco
There are a limited number of hours in the day and it can be difficult to fit writing into a busy schedule. Author and speaker Maureen Francisco discusses the importance of making time to write and understanding what works for you. She compares writing...
over 8 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Time Management
Tips For A Successful Writing Collaboration - podcast
Joel Fotinos
Thinking of collaborating on your next book project? Joel Fotinos, vice president and publisher at Tarcher Perigee, gives tips for a successful writing collaboration with another person when writing a book. His first tip: don't be too attached to your...
over 8 years ago
I have an Idea!
Working with a Co-Author
Other Sources of Income: Audio Books & Interviews - video
John Kremer
Audiobook popularity has increased over the years and is a format to consider for your book. John Kremer, founder of the Institute of Book Publishing Innovations, offers insights on the value of using audio to generate author revenue, including the...
over 8 years ago
Formats
Audiobooks
Freelance Writing Opportunities - video
Meredith Maran
The market is tough for freelance magazine writers. Author Meredith Maran discusses the market for freelance magazine writers, how it has changed in the past five years. She also offers tips on how to get started in the freelance market. To get started...
over 8 years ago
Writing Jobs
Freelance Writer
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