While I’m no longer self-published, I began my career that way and am a big fan of indie publishing because it gives anyone the opportunity to fulfill his or her dream of becoming an author. However, authors must watch out for the unscrupulous types who prey on unsuspecting writers who are so eager to see […]
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In last week’s post I asked Joel Friedlander, an award-winning book designer and the author of A Self-Publisher’s Companion: Expert Advice for Authors Who Want to Publish, for the three most common mistakes he sees indie authors make with e-books. Today, I asked him the same question about print books, and here’s what he had to […]
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Creating an eBook is a great way to reach an even larger audience. However, it’s important to do it right, or you risk turning off potential readers. I asked Joel Friedlander, an award-winning book designer and the author of A Self-Publisher’s Companion: Expert Advice for Authors Who Want to Publish, for the three the most common […]
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If you’re an author, do you include a signature at the end of your personal emails? If not, you should! Adding a signature is a fantastic way to promote your book. A few posts back, I talked about the importance of coming up with a compelling hook, and your email signature is great example of […]
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If you decide to publish on your own, it’s critical to have multiple sets of eyes review your work before pulling the trigger. I strongly recommend hiring a professional creative editor and a professional copy editor. If you don’t have the budget for either, solicit input from friends, coworkers, or anyone else willing to help […]
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If you’re reading this blog, there’s a strong chance it’s because you’re an aspiring author, or maybe a published author. Either way, publishing a book is very important to you, whether you do it independently or with the help of a traditional publisher. In fact, it might be the most important thing you’ve ever done […]
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