You’re probably not going to become rich and famous when you publish this book. I know that’s hard to hear. Author, what’s your motivation? The publishing industry isn’t what it…
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One of the issues I help authors with often is stepping outside of their comfort zone. I find this happens because many authors are introverts. So if you’re an introvert,…
Where should you be? One of the questions I’m asked a lot is, “Where should I be on social media?” You’ve probably heard me say this before if you follow…
When the question you might want to ask yourself is, why aren’t I selling more books? The answer isn’t the same for every author. It’s not dependent on genre, it…
Instagram spammers are getting craftier and craftier, so be careful. Let’s talk about how to spot spam. We’ve all been here before. You get a notification that someone new liked…
Every author needs book reviews. But do you leave them? Call it reciprocity, reaping and sowing, or karma. As an author, leaving book reviews for other authors is just good…
I’m not a fan of resolutions. They feel… doomed. Like the big wind up to New Year’s Eve and then it’s just another night. BUT, I do like new beginnings.…
You’re excited. Who wouldn’t be? Your book is finally done!
But once you’ve clicked publish, it’s too late to undo anything.
Every author will tell you about the mistakes they made the first time around, just ask. They’ll tell you about the things they forgot to do or the things they wished they’d done. You will make mistakes the first time around. But take your time and try to minimize them.
Before you upload that manuscript.
You’ve finally emerged from your writing cocoon after lovingly combing over every word. Your book is finished! Your baby is ready to meet the world. But is it?