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  • Marketing for Dead-Broke Writers – Class 8: Website Basics – Part 2b - podcast

    Joel Scott
    Joel Scott
    In this session author Joel Scott is answering questions that follow his webinar on the topic of website basics, including selecting a domain name, picking a hosting service, and using templates to build the website. This is 2nd item in a 2 part recording...
    • over 8 years ago
    • Websites
    • Creating a Website
  • Adding Characters (and Stories) to Your Nonfiction Book

    Cathy Fyock
    Cathy Fyock
    In this session, book coach Cathy Fyock explores the critical role that stories and characters play in engaging readers and enhancing your nonfiction narrative. Discover when and how to seamlessly integrate these elements into your work, and learn essential...
    • 11 months ago
    • Nonfiction
    • Elements
  • Enhancing Your Nonfiction Book with Editorial Boards

    Cathy Fyock
    Cathy Fyock
    Have you just completed the first draft of your nonfiction book and are wondering what comes next? Before taking the leap to professional editing, consider leveraging the power of an editorial board for a crucial peer review process. This step is essential...
    • over 1 year ago
    • Editorial Services
    • Editorial Assessments
  • 7 Secrets to Finish Your Nonfiction Book Sooner Rather than Later

    Pete Nikolai
    Pete Nikolai
    Have you started writing a nonfiction book that you are struggling to finish? Do you have an idea for a book but don’t know how to get started? Now you can start and finish your book sooner rather than later following the 7-step process that forms...
    • over 1 year ago
    • Nonfiction
    • Elements
  • Writing Dialogue that Deepens Characters and Drives the Story - recorded webinar

    Maurice Broaddus
    Maurice Broaddus
    Characters are at the heart of stories and dialogue helps define characters and drive story. In this webinar, you’ll learn to develop characters, consider word choice, and define their voice through dialogue. The session will present essential tips to...
    • over 7 years ago
    • Fiction
    • Character Development
  • Crafting the Perfect Query Letter

    Derek Taylor Kent
    Derek Taylor Kent
    Land the Agent or Publisher of your Dreams Using a Proven Querying and Submission Strategy Querying is the crucial first step when seeking an agent or publisher, but amazingly is also something that very few authors do well. How do you make yours stand...
    • over 5 years ago
    • Traditional Publishing
    • Submission Process
  • How to Create Your Blog Calendar for the Year

    Cathy Fyock
    Cathy Fyock
    You know that having a monthly blog will build your readership tribe and create loyal readers, but how do you create a monthly plan for blogging? Join Cathy Fyock, The Business Book Strategist, in this interactive session as she guides you through writing...
    • over 7 years ago
    • Blogging
    • Tips
  • How to Recognize a Publishing Scam and Avoid It

    Keith Ogorek
    Keith Ogorek
    Unfortunately, there is an increasing number of scammers out there targeting authors with false claims and promises, and some even pretending to be someone they are not. So, how can you tell the difference between a scam and a legitimate opportunity...
    • over 3 years ago
    • Preparation
    • Choosing a Path
  • Book in a Year: Getting to the Finish with Your First Draft (Nonfiction)

    Cathy Fyock
    Cathy Fyock
    You are now a couple of months into writing your book and the August 3rd deadline for your first draft is quickly approaching – what’s your plan to get it done? Do you feel behind and need some advice on how to catch up? Are you struggling with how to...
    • over 7 years ago
    • Nonfiction
    • Reason for Writing
  • Book in a Year: Everything You Need to Know About Book Cover Design

    Valerie Willis
    Valerie Willis
    Human beings are rather visual creatures. When we see something shiny or pretty, we are drawn to it and feel a need to have it. Naturally, this rings true for a large portion of readers. We’ve all seen a book cover from across the room and have to go...
    • over 6 years ago
    • Design
    • Cover
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