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Publishing a book internationally is a bit like juggling hedgehogs while riding a unicycle—tricky, prickly, and potentially hilarious if you don’t die of embarrassment first. Timing, however, can turn your literary chaos into a triumph. Certain genres sell better at certain times of the year, and yes, the market does notice when your book shows up fashionably […]
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If a publisher says “we love your book”, offers you a publishing contract — and then asks you to pay — pause before you sign. Paying for services isn’t always a red flag, but it matters how you’re paying, what you’re getting, and who keeps control. You’ve done the hard work. You’ve written a manuscript.
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Why Smart Authors Don’t Stop Talking About Their Book Rachel’s book launch was a hit. She sold a decent number of copies. Reviews came in. Friends and followers cheered. And then… silence. No posts. No emails. No mentions. By month two, sales had flatlined—and her Amazon rank slipped into oblivion. This is the part no
Sophie had finally typed “The End.” Her manuscript was edited, her cover looked amazing, and her launch date was just a few weeks away. But now? Silence. She’d told a few friends. Posted a teaser on Facebook. And then the creeping doubt arrived: “What if no one’s waiting when it goes live?” “What if I’ve
Here’s a stat that should stop every indie author in their beautifully typeset tracks: you have about 3–7 seconds to grab a potential reader’s attention with your book cover design—especially in thumbnail size on Amazon. Three. Seconds. That’s less time than it takes to sneeze. And yet, in that blink of time, a reader will
My sweet, serious, passionate author and coaching client, Emma, thought she was done. “LET’S PUBLISH!” she shouted, holding her manuscript like Rafiki held Simba. Her eyes sparkled. Her cheeks were flushed with triumph. She had wrestled with plot holes, slayed dangling modifiers, and even survived feedback from her brutally honest editor, Cheryl. She was ready.
Writing a book is a bit like deciding to knit a scarf. It seems like a grand idea at first—heroic, even. But somewhere around row fifty, when your hands ache and your enthusiasm has slunk off to the pub, you start wondering if there’s an easier way. Enter the ghostwriter. A ghostwriter is exactly what
Fiction outlining is essential for creating a strong book and getting it published in your lifetime. Read on to discover what makes an outline great.
Want to self-publish on a budget without sacrificing quality? This guide breaks down when to DIY smartly and when to invest in professionals.
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Looking to create your own DIY book covers? Here’s what you need to know when you’re an indie author on a budget.
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