The One Question Every Author Should Ask When Publishing Changes
You’ve done it; you have published your book and that goal is ticked off, or is it?. Your manuscript has been edited, the cover is looking great, the files have been uploaded and your book is published and available for people to buy. Then comes a question that can feel much harder than you expected:…
Read MoreInside the Author Journey with Dr Rob Bell
The path to self-publishing is not always straightforward. For some, it involves having your traditional publisher cease work, with rights reverting back to you … leaving you to wonder what the next chapter is for your books. In this edition of Inside the Author Journey, we speak with author Dr Rob Bell about his experience…
Read MoreThe Em Dash Isn’t New: A Brief History of the Hyphen, En Dash and Em Dash
Why are we talking about dashes? There are few punctuation marks as controversial as the em dash. What was once a commonly used dash and a key tool in a writer’s toolkit is now seen as a telltale sign of AI-generated writing. It’s not a new punctuation mark, though; in fact, writers have been using…
Read MoreInside the Author Journey with Frances Day
Writing – whether fiction or nonfiction – can be a deeply personal journey. It gives authors the opportunity to explore emotions, ask difficult questions and imagine possibilities that may never have been spoken aloud. In this edition of Inside the Author Journey, we speak with author Frances Day about her experience of becoming a published…
Read MoreHow to Find Your Ideal Readers in Unexpected Places: A Smarter Approach to Book Marketing
What happens after you publish your book? One of the biggest misconceptions about writing a book is believing that publication is the finish line. For many aspiring authors, the goal to publish is simple enough – write the manuscript, hold the finished book in your hands, celebrate the launch and hopefully sell a few copies…
Read MoreInside the Author Journey with Christine Elizabeth
An author’s voice is the unique lens a story is filtered through. It’s important not to lose that, especially in a story as personal as a memoir. That’s why many authors seek out self-publishing to retain their freedom of voice. In this edition of Inside the Author Journey, we speak with author Christine Elizabeth about…
Read MoreInside the Author Journey with Karen Christie
Some stories begin with imagination. Others are inspired with real adventures. As a travel agent who has explored more than 65 countries, Karen Christie turned her passion for travel and cultural discovery into a children’s book series. In this edition of Inside the Author Journey, we speak with author Karen Christie about her experience of…
Read MoreThe Trust Deficit in Publishing: Why Human-Written Books Matter More Than Ever
A few years ago, I attended a property investment conference that, at the time, felt incredibly exciting. This was back in 2016 when self-publishing was really starting to gain momentum, and like many people in the room, I was drawn in by the polished presentation, the big promises and the confidence of the speaker. By…
Read MoreInside the Author Journey with Anne Pickering
Publishing takes time and patience … and a lot of waiting. But when you’ve been working on your story for years and you’re ready to share it with the world, you don’t want to be sent back to the drawing board. The journey to traditional publishing is notoriously lengthy; the freedom to choose your own…
Read MoreInside the Author Journey with Tricia Bulic
Many writers choose self-publishing to retain creative control … but with creative control comes a lot of decisions and unknowns. This can lead to overwhelm unless you have someone in your corner who knows and understands the industry to guide you. In this edition of Inside the Author Journey, we speak with author Tricia Bulic…
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