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[TfTi] Competing with Giants? Let’s Level the Field

In this edition of Tips from Tom’s inbox, I’m going to have to work at avoiding a rant. My goal is to help you understand and put to use some truths about book publishing and marketing as an indie author.

By Tom Collins February 15, 2024 Book Reviews, Books, Business & Entrepreneurship, Marketing your book, Marketing your business, Tips from Tom's inbox
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The true cost of Indie Publishing your book

The TRUE Cost of Indie Publishing

People are dying to understand Indie Publishing. Well, maybe not dying. I hope no one has died. What I mean to say is that people […]

By Yvonne DiVita February 7, 2024 Book Coaching, Book Design, Indie Publishing, Writing
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What Ripples of Impact are You Leaving Behind?

In this edition of Marginalia we’ll dive into my sidenote scribblings in Chip Conley’s new book, Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets BETTER with AGE

By Tom Collins February 1, 2024 Aging Well, Book Reviews, Books, Marginalia, Writing
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Ignite your writing Journey with these 12 tips to get started

Ignite Your Writing Journey: 12 Surefire Ways to Jump Start that Book You’ve Been Meaning to Write

First of all, let me warn you that I’m going to be a bit harsh. I’m doing it in your best interest. Stop saying, “I […]

By Yvonne DiVita January 24, 2024 Book Coaching, Indie Publishing, Writing
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[TfTi] Google Made Me Do It (DKIM & More)

If you got a scary email from Google or your email marketing platform about adding DKIM, DMARC, and more, just do it! If you didn’t get one and want your email newsletter to keep getting delivered, do it anyway! Here’s how.

By Tom Collins January 18, 2024 Business & Entrepreneurship, Tips from Tom's inbox, Tools & Technology
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Your Author Brand: How To Make It Stand Out

I’ve been talking to a lot of new writers who are interested in writing a book. We discuss their idea, if it’s nonfiction, and their […]

By Yvonne DiVita January 11, 2024 Book Design, Branding
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Marginalia: 25 Perfectionism Quotes that Probably Won’t Make It into Our New Book

Teachings on perfectionism, imperfection, good enough, and why we need to practice flawsomism in our work, play, and lives.

By Tom Collins January 4, 2024 Books, Flawsomism, Marginalia
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27 Inspirational Quotes to Motivate You Into Writing Your Book in 2024

I am a big believer in poetry. It’s so much more than a few rhyming words strung together in a lilting way.

By Yvonne DiVita December 28, 2023 Books, Creativity, Reading, Spirituality, Writing
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[TfTi] 2024 Literary Holidays: An Indie Publisher’s Book Marketing Goldmine

Here’s your 2024 literary holiday and events calendar to add fun and inspiration to your book marketing efforts.

By Tom Collins December 21, 2023 Books, Business & Entrepreneurship, Indie Publishing, Marketing your book, Marketing your business, Tips from Tom's inbox
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Reading list for 2023 holiday season, Business books, inspirational books, books to build confidence

A Curated Reading List for the Holidays from Your Personal Book Whisperer 🌟🎁🎉✨

Nighttime is when I read. After a long day working on client work (which also requires reading), and preparing LinkedIn posts, and meeting with new writers, I read fiction. The only fiction I will share today is from our client, Dr. Bruce Farmer. If you like thrillers, his book is definitely for you. The rest of the list is nonfiction and is what I call required reading.

Hmmm, I am sharing a unique book about a dog, also. Read on to the end to discover that one. I think it’s worth adding to any reading list this holiday season. You might be surprised by it.

By Yvonne DiVita December 14, 2023 Books, Reading
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