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4 Ways to Publish a Book in 2025
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There’s never been a better time to publish a book! Fifteen years ago, the only way to publish a book was through a literary agent and a traditional publishing house. It was a highly competitive market, saturated with thousands of query letters and...
over 6 years ago
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What is the proper font, spacing, and overall format to use when submitting a book manuscript to an agent or publisher?
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Question: What is the proper font, spacing, and overall format to use when submitting a book manuscript to an agent or publisher? Answer: Formatting may not be something you think about as you draft your book manuscript, and that’s okay. Some authors...
over 1 year ago
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How do I write a great author bio for my book cover and website?
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Question: How do I write a great author bio for my book cover and website? Answer: Your author biography or “About the Author” is your chance to let the reader know a little bit about you and any relevant information or credentials that support...
over 2 years ago
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How to Recognize a Publishing Scam and Avoid It - article
Keith Ogorek
Over the past few years, there have been an alarming number of misrepresentations and scams frequently targeting self-published authors. Bad actors are touting false and misleading claims and even going so far as impersonating publishing companies. Some...
over 4 years ago
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Are writers conferences worth attending? Where can I find reputable conferences, and what should I expect when attending?
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Question: Are writers conferences worth attending? Where can I find reputable conferences, and what should I expect when attending? Answer: Writing a book can be a very solitary journey, but it doesn’t have to be. There are many opportunities for...
4 days ago
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What Author Learning Center resources do you recommend for someone that is just getting started?
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Question: What Author Learning Center resources do you recommend for someone that is just getting started? Answer: Writing a great book and getting it into the hands of readers can be a long, challenging journey. The writing process itself can...
4 months ago
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Traditional or Self-Publishing: Which is the best option for you?
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It is often said that now is the best time to be an author, but it may also be the most confusing. That’s because historically, there was only one path to get published. Now there are four distinct paths to get your book into the hands of readers. These...
over 4 years ago
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