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...

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...

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...

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...

Your "About the Author" should be a lot more than just your resume or a long, boring list of your achievements. What should it include if you want to sell more books and generate more business for your nonfiction book? Cathy Fyock, author of The Speaker...

Watch to learn the basics of the Author Learning Center in just 18 minutes! This site demonstration includes everything you need to know to get the most out of your ALC membership, including: - Filling out your Profile - Setting up a book project...

What makes a book a “keeper”? Plot is key, writing is vital, but it’s the characters who really let a reader fall in love with your story. Multi-published author Allie Pleiter shares how to build characters that engage and enthrall your readers. Learn...

What separates good novels from bad? What turns a page-turner into a snoozer? What turns your protagonist from someone readers deeply care about to someone they couldn't care less about? Oftentimes the reason boils down to lack of story structure and...

(Whether you're traditionally publishing or not!) As a nonfiction author, you know that you need to prepare a written proposal to be considered by a traditional publishing house. But, even if you are going to self-publish or work with a hybrid publisher...

When you finally finish your book and earn the title of author you may not realize it, but you are actually opening your own business. Accounting, taxes, marketing, promotion, sales, distribution and even legal are all important things you need to think...