Can AI Create Your Book Trailer?
Find out what I learned in a course on creating book trailers with AI and my own experiment
Before You Write One Word: A Note from a Developmental Editor
I know you have an idea. You have a message. You might even have a lot of LinkedIn posts that reflect your message. It’s possible […]
[TfTi] Will the AI Overlords Be Reviewing Your Book?
See what an AI reviewer did with a piece I wrote decades ago and learn why you don’t want that for your book.
Seasonal Success Strategies: Make Every Occasion a Book-Selling Opportunity
This is somewhat of a continuation of Tom’s blog post, Flod Planning, from last week. I was talking with a client last week, and the […]
Flod Planning (not a typo) for the Holidays
Want a flod (not a typo) of book marketing opportunities? Check out our July-December 2025 Literary Holiday printable calendars.
Words and Phrases Every Author or Aspiring Author Should Know
Working with a variety of authors means explaining many of the terms, phrases, acronyms, and writing and publishing language. Forgetting to check with authors on […]
Celebrating Author Independence
This Fourth of July, along with America’s independence, we’re celebrating author independence with some timely quotes and ideas.
A Guide to Building an Audience Before Publishing Your Book
Gather an audience for your book before you launch! 📙I shouldn’t have to tell anyone why building an audience before publishing is the best way […]
Author Collaboration for Book Events and Promotions: The Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How
Collaborating with fellow authors has proven to be a powerful way to boost your visibility, expand your audience, and create memorable experiences for readers. This […]
Marginalia: A Lesson on Success from Ancient Indie Authors
What can today’s indie authors learn from the ancients? The meaning of success! Hint: it’s not about royalties