The first three chapters are the most important part of your book for those who are looking to get published. Agents and editors usually request either the first chapter or the first three chapters and then determine if they want to read the complete...

Join literary agent Amy Levenson as she provides an overview of the ins and outs of the traditional publishing world. Learn who the major publishers are, how they operate, and what it means to be a traditionally published author. This “Traditional...

The publishing industry is abuzz with "selling directly to readers", but what does that mean? How do you get started? Where should you put your energy? Join USA Today bestselling author Russell Nohelty as he gives you an overview of the two most popular...

You've no doubt heard the term "search engine optimization," but wondered what it meant or whether you needed to do it. After all, how do you make sure people find you on Google? While it's difficult for authors to rank for a large, general topic — say...

Audiobooks are one of the fastest growing segments of publishing! The ideal medium for commuters and vacationers, audiobooks have surged in popularity and there are more opportunities than ever to affordably create audiobooks that millions of listeners...

You can write the best book in the world, but unless you take the right steps, the readers won’t even know it exists. A book is a work of art, but once you decide to give it away in exchange for money, it becomes a product. The price you charge and the...

The demand by Hollywood for interesting ideas and stories has never been greater, and they love to find that content in books. Yet many times authors don’t incorporate some basic things that make Hollywood want to option a book and develop it for the...

People respond to stories. Compelling stories of real life experiences impact audiences and readers in ways no other words can. You may want to write a book about an important episode of your life. You may want your fiction to reflect your own experiences...

Why do some people achieve their goals and others don't? Some believe that self-confidence--or self-efficacy--is at the heart of goal achievement--that little voice inside us that says, like the little engine that could, "I think I can! I think I can...

There is more to being an author than simply writing and selling books. Attending conferences, conventions, and reader events, or, hosting workshops, sitting on panels, and participating in industry events are all great ways to expand your career....