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Steps New Writers Should Take Before Getting a Book Published

Mandy Jackson-Beverly

There’s no need to rush your manuscript, says author, teacher, writing coach, and speaker Mandy Jackson-Beverly. It’s not a race; take the time you need to get your writing in the best shape you can before sending out query letters or self-publishing...
- over 6 years ago
- Preparation
- Choosing a Path
Publisher Bob Morris on Being Selective With Prospective Story Farm Clients

Bob Morris

Independent publisher, Story Farm, is selective about the clients and the types of books it publishes because owner Bob Morris wants to ensure success. Specializing in high-end books for the travel and culinary industries, Story Farm aims to partner...
- over 8 years ago
- Self-Publishing
- Picking a Publisher
Advice for Writers on Building an Online Platform

Donna Arthur Downs

As much as she hates to say it, professor and author Donna Arthur Downs believes social media is crucial for writers. If you don't have a following, she says, it will be difficult to get attention from traditional publishers. Downs herself recently took...
- over 2 years ago
- Social Media
- General
I have received several calls about converting my book to a movie, people claiming to have reviewed it and with connections to producers can advance it to film – for a fee of several thousand dollars. Are all of these a scam?

Author Learning Center

Question: I have received several calls about converting my book to a movie, people claiming to have reviewed it and with connections to producers can advance it to film – for a fee of several thousand dollars. Are all of these a scam? Answer: Unfortunately...
- over 5 years ago
- Author Learning Center
- Ask Keith
How much do you know about Lynn Painter’s publishing journey?

Lynn Painter

New York Times bestselling author Lynn Painter shares her journey from knowing almost nothing about writing fiction, to writing bestsellers. For more on this author visit: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Lynn-Painter/168268126 .
- 10 months ago
- Preparation
- Choosing a Path
Independent Book Publishing Guide: What Must an Author Do?

Beth Kallman Werner

This session with Beth Kallman Werner of Author Connections takes a topline view of the soup-to-nuts publishing process, breaking down a simple checklist any author can follow to prepare the manuscript, a timeline, a budget, and a flexible plan to follow...
- over 1 year ago
- Self-Publishing
- DIY Route
What Morgan James Publishing Looks For When Deciding Which Authors to Work With

David Hancock

Morgan James Publishing works with a variety of author clients and genres including nonfiction, fiction, and faith. Founder and bestselling author David Hancock says their process for vetting author submissions may be a little different from other publishing...
- over 1 year ago
- Traditional Publishing
- Submission Process
How Authors Can Elevate Their Position in the Book Marketplace Prior to Publishing

Gregg Gonzales

Many writers don't think about marketing or promoting their books until after they've published, which is too late. Unfortunately, books will not just sell themselves; they require strategic planning that should start well before the books are released...
- over 1 year ago
- Marketing Plan
- Finding Your Platform
Making Your Memoir Marketable: Tips for Writing and Publishing a Memoir that Will Attract Readers

Sheila Manna

Memoir can be an excellent vehicle for writers wanting to share stories of real life experiences and struggles. Writing about a personal experience can certainly be an effective way to connect with others, but turning an idea into a full-length book...
- over 1 year ago
- Nonfiction
- Elements