For authors taking on the daunting task of publishing their own books, there is no other area of the publishing business that causes more confusion than book distribution. Common questions include: · What is a wholesaler and what is a distributor?...

Crafting an amazing book is a great start, but not enough to be successful. You need to forge an emotional connection with your readers if you want to build a following and become a full-time author. That’s where your author brand comes in. Investing...

In this webinar session, Author Connections President and book marketing advisor Beth Kallman Werner covers the basics of print and online advertising for new title discovery. From budget planning and execution tips, to where to advertise, audience targeting...

‘Tis the season to make your book shine and stand out in the holiday marketing frenzy! Looking to spread some literary holiday cheer and boost book sales during the festive season in the coming months? Join Stephanie Feger, chief strategist of the emPower...

An essential tool for any author is an author media kit. A media kit gives authors the edge they need to help drum up press by exhibiting professionalism and providing the metadata that every journalist, reviewer or bookstore needs to publicize information...

Writing your life story takes more than just a retelling—it takes a sense of significance. Learn the tactics you need to make your memoir matter from bestselling novelist and book coach Allie Pleiter. You’ll learn: • How to structure your memoir so...

Discover how to transform real-life experiences into powerful, polished personal essays that resonate with readers. In this engaging webinar, award-winning author Julie Ryan McGue breaks down the essential elements of standout nonfiction—from finding...

And Done Right, it Gives Your Characters Everything They Need to Come to Life on Your Page Backstory is one of the most common issues authors struggle with. Done poorly, it results in info dumps that stall the narrative. And yet we are all creatures...

There is a burgeoning demand for short memoir and personal essays in literary magazines and anthologies. These publications range from nonpaying to significant compensation. In this webinar, award-winning author Jeanne Lyet Gassman examines the differences...