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Demystifying Self-Publishing: A Comprehensive Guide
In recent years, self-publishing has emerged as a revolutionary avenue for authors to bring their literary creations to life without the need for traditional publishing houses. This phenomenon has democratized the world of literature, empowering writers to bypass…
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Is Self-Publishing Worth it? A Comprehensive Guide for Aspiring Authors
In the vast landscape of the publishing world, self-publishing has emerged as a beacon of hope for countless aspiring authors. Gone are the days when traditional publishing houses held the keys to literary success. Today, anyone with a…
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How To Choose An Editor And What To Look For A Complete Guide
βHow do I choose a book editor?βΒ This question seems to echo across social media platforms nearly every day. So I thought I would help share insight on how hiring a book editor will dramatically improve your book…
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The Real Cost of Self-Publishing: How Much Does It Really Cost?
In the world of writing, self-publishing is like being your boss. Instead of waiting for a big company to say yes, you can make your book happen all on your own. But there’s a question that’s always on…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Selling Self-Published Books: Strategies for Success
Congratulations on completing your self-published book! Now that your literary masterpiece is ready to meet the world, the next step is to navigate the intricate landscape of book sales. Selling self-published books requires a strategic approach that combines…
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How To Write a Fight or Battle Scene In 9 Steps
Writing a fight or battle scene can be a thrilling and pivotal moment in your story, capable of capturing readers’ attention and advancing the plot in significant ways. But while it might sound straightforward in theory, the actual…
What To Do After Your Book Is Published
Once your book is published, the journey is far from over; in fact, it’s just beginning. Writing a book and publishing it is a big deal, and before you instantly jump into the work of marketing and PR,…
What is the Difference Between Traditional Publishing and Self-Publishing
In the world of books, authors have two main ways to share their stories: traditional publishing and self-publishing. They each have their good sides and challenges, so let’s dig in to see how they’re different. Traditional publishing is…
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The 9 Steps To Publishing Your Book
Welcome to the exciting world of publishing, where dreams come true and stories touch hearts all over the world. For new writers, the journey from having an idea to making a book is thrilling but also has its…
How To Write Good Dialogue In Your Book
Are you an aspiring writer seeking to captivate your readers with dialogue that leaps off the page? Writing engaging conversations between characters is a pivotal aspect of storytelling. However, mastering this art can be challenging.Β Every week, I…
How To Write A Good Ending To Your Book
Every great story needs a great ending. Just like the final piece of a puzzle, the ending brings everything together, leaving readers with a sense of closure, satisfaction, and maybe even a few lingering thoughts. But what exactly…
How Do You Write A Superpower Fight Scene
Writing a good fight scene in your book involving superpowers requires meticulous attention to detail, pacing, and creativity. As an author, it can be challenging to translate your vivid imagination into words that truly capture the intensity and…
How To Write a Thought Leadership Book
In the vast realm of literature, writing your thought leadership book can stand out as powerful narratives that not only share personal journeys but also inspire and guide readers toward similar paths of success and growth. Embarking on…
How To Self-Publish A Nonfiction Book For Your Coaching Business
Starting to write and self-publish a nonfiction book for your coaching business isn’t just about words on paper. It’s like having a secret weapon for your coaching business. In this guide, we’ll explore three important things to help…
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10 Ways Writing a Nonfiction Book Can Help You Grow Your Business
Creating a nonfiction book can be a powerful strategy for online coaching businesses. By putting your expertise into written form, you establish yourself as an authority in your field, fostering trust and credibility among potential clients. This deeper…
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10 Big Mistakes Authors Make When Writing A Memoir And How To Avoid Them
Writing your first memoir can be tough, and it’s easy to mess things up. Many people make common mistakes, like making stories sound better than they really were or sharing too many details that don’t matter. It’s tricky…
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How To Create An Amazing Author Press Kit That The Media Will Love
Journalists are incredibly busy people. A journalist will sort through over 200 pitches during any given day while working on multiple deadlines and articles. So, if you want to get coverage, you need to make the journalistβs job…
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How To Create Your Profitable Author Business Plan
A profitable author business plan for your books is necessary for authors who seriously plan on making a living off of their books. A book is a product, and therefore you as an author are a business. Therefore,…
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How To Get Your Book Noticed Online
If you are an author and want to get your book noticed online, you need marketing. Marketing is what will help increase visibility for your book and generate sales.Β It is the only answer for ‘How To Get Your…
Everything To Know About An Online Book Publicist
The role of an online book publicist continues to evolve and change with the times. A book publicist’s job changes at the same pace as magazines, newspapers, social media, blogs, podcasts, and radio shows do. Today’s fast-paced, changing…
7 Book Marketing Strategies Every Author Needs To Know
Youβve written your book and it is published β now what?! Follow these 7 key book marketing strategies to attract readers and find bestselling success!
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How To Use Amazonβs Book Marketing Services To Get Book Sales
Using Amazon’s Book Marketing Services to get book sales is one of the easiest and cheapest ways for authors to use. The power of advertising on Amazon is that it gives you the ability to place your book…
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A Step-By-Step Guide To Writing A Memoir
Are you in the process of writing a memoir or thinking about writing a memoir? Writing a memoir is more than putting pen to paper. It is also about being comfortable with going deep into your past and…
Choosing An Outline Method For Your Nonfiction Book
You have all this knowledge to impart after years of experience – keep reading to learn how to choose an outline method for your nonfiction book!
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25 Authors Share One Thing They Wish They Knew Before Publishing Their Book
Do you have a book ready to get published but find the publishing world a confusing place? Are you worried you’ll miss something during the publishing process? The publishing industry can be confusing, especially for first time authors.…
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Find Out What These 9 Authors Did For Their Book Launch
Have you written and published a book and wondered if other author’s book launch experience was the same or totally different from yours? Maybe the launch didn’t go as planned and garner as much attention as hoped. Maybe…
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Top Non-Fiction Book Bloggers
We have listed the top Non-Fiction Book Bloggers who will give you the break you need from fiction reads. Who knows where your next spark of inspiration can derive from? Maybe a new memoir, biography, self-help, or how-to…
Top 25 Bookstagrams To Follow For Book Reviews
Are you an author looking for Bookstagrams To Follow For Book Reviews? Then you need to follow these Bookstagrams. Whether your writing is focused on young adult fantasy, mystery, fiction, or any of the other wondrous genres of…
Launching A Book As An International Bestseller
The Purpose: Co-authors, Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha and Dr. Rulin Xiu were publishing their new book, ‘Tao Science.’ Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha is an eleven-time New York Times bestselling author, a world-renowned healer, Tao…
How I Helped One Of My Clients Go Viral
The Purpose: My client, Charmaine, came to me with a fantastic story. Charmaine is a dietitian in DC, Washington, and her goal was to explain how a healthy diet can exist within every culture. At Talk+Tell, we worked…
Book Publicity For Shadowy Reflections By William G. Anderson
The Purpose: William G. Anderson was launching the first book in his series, Shadowy Reflections. The goal was to get the book into bookstores across North America and use a PR strategy to drive offline book sales. The…
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Book Launch and Book Publicity For BBC’s ‘The CEO Guru’
The Purpose: Steve Tappin is the CEO of Xinfu, host of the BBC series ‘The CEO Guru,’ and is a CEO coach. Steve interviews and works with some of the world’s most prominent CEOs, sharing global CEO best…
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National Book Tour for Retired NHL Playerβs Book
Purpose: Retired NHL player and Olympic Gold Medalist, Theo Fleury wrote a new book called βConversations with a Rattlesnakeβ with his Therapist about his journey towards recovery. The goal was to share his personal story about how he…
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Book Launch For βNo Limitsβ
Learn how we helped successfully launch the book ‘No’Limits’.
Top Facebook Tips To Increase Book Sales
Before I share the top10 Facebook Tips to increase book sales that EVERY author needs to know, let me begin by explaining why every author needs to be on Facebook. So, Do Authors Need Facebook? The quick answer…
Promoting Your Book With The Best Twitter Tips For Authors
Are you an author who is struggling to promote your book on Twitter? You want more followers, more engagement, and of course, more book sales. You see other authors killing it on Twitter, and you want some success…
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Get More Readers With These 17 Social Media Tips For Authors
An active and engaging social media profile can be the difference between no book sales and bestseller status. Books don’t sell themselves. Writing and publishing a book is only 30% of the work. You need to promote your…
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14 Of The BEST Instagram Tips For Authors
Instagram is a highly visual social media platform. If you have a good eye for aesthetics, Instagram is perfect for you. To help demystify Instagram, I have compiled my top 14 Instagram tips for authors who want to…
20 Steps To Promoting Your Book On Social Media
Promoting your book on Social Media is hard work, takes time, and can be confusing. As an author, you just want to know what works and what doesn’t so you can spend less time learning how to do…
How Authors Can Use Pinterest To Get More Book Sales
Pinterest is a fantastic platform to promote your book organically. Plus, it is fun to use and can be great for building an author’s presence. You won’t realize that you are working while you build up your readership…
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The Only 6 Social Media Tools Authors Need
Social Media can seem daunting. However, if you want to sell your book, then you need to be on it. Luckily for you, there are ways to spend less time on social media promoting your book and more…
7 Things Every Author Should Know About Book Public Relations Services
Want to know the biggest secret to becoming a successful author? It is understanding that writing and producing a book is only 30% of the work. The remaining 70% is dedicated to promoting your book. I know this…
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Literary Agents Share Their BEST Book Marketing Tips For Authors
Literary Agents are full of great advice for both new and seasoned authors. They not only know the industry inside and out but also know what the best book marketing tips for authors are. Writing and publishing your…
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How To Get Your Book Into Bookstores
Learn how to get your book into bookstores We all dream of seeing our book on the bookstore shelves! Where people will be lining up to get a copy. But is that just a dream? In this article,…
The Ultimate Guide To Selling More Books with Offline Book Marketing Strategies
Start Increasing Your Readership With These 10 Offline Book Marketing Tips On How To Sell More Books Offline This article is packed with information to help you start selling your books offline. So it is okay if you…
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3 Steps To Finding Your Book’s Ideal Reader?
Book readers love recommending and sharing books with their friends. After finishing one book, a reader will usually tell five or more friends about it. Why? Because we love sharing stories. We love discussing stories, and we love…
Do Traditionally Published Authors Need To Market Their Book?
So, do traditionally published authors need to market their book? The quick answer to this is 100% YES! If you are a traditionally published author, you still need to market your book. Traditional publishers and their staff work…
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How To Set Up Affiliate Marketing For Authors
Curious to learn about affiliate marketing for authors? Affiliate marketing is its own breed and can be confusing. In this article we will walk you through how to exactly set up affiliate marketing for authors. Your book is…
How To Find & Target Your Actual Audience
Who is your target audience? If you werenβt able to answer that question instantly it might be time to re-research your target audience. Or if your answer was βeveryoneβ than you need to re-think your answer. When it…
What is A Link Building Strategy for SEO and How Does It Drive Traffic?
A link building strategy for SEO will help you achieve a higher page ranking on search engines. Each link that points to your website acts as a vote. The more votes you get the higher you are ranked…
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The Red Queen Book Review
I have to admit, I am a notorious binge reader. I was a Netflix-esque binge reader before Netflix was even a thing. This is especially the case during my younger days. I would stay up all night reading…
Launch Your Book Like Apple Launches Phones
Are you preparing to launch your book? Not sure where to start? Launching a phone, a toy, or a new app is similar to launching a book. Before you start planning your book launch, research what tactics other…
Micro-Influencers Prove Less Is More In Marketing
The newest trend in digital marketing is utilizing a micro-influencer strategy. Brands are shifting away from the regular social media celebrity to people with fewer followers. They are now using strategies that focus on the qualitative rather than…