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A table set with old-fashioned writing tools. Text on the image reads "Why do people write books? Because they want to."

Why Do People Write Books? Well, Because They Want To.

That’s the easy answer, because they want to. The real, honest to goodness answer is a bit more complicated. People have varying reasons for writing […]

By Yvonne DiVita November 7, 2024 Books, Storytelling, Writing
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[Marginalia] Imperfection as the Strength of a Work

In this re-thinking of an item I wrote several years ago, we’ll examine some reasons you should embrace imperfection in your work.

By Tom Collins October 28, 2024 Business & Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Flawsomism, Marginalia
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narrative storytelling for nonfiction

Proof Positive Storytelling (Narrative) Works for Nonfiction

So, what’s the story? Is storytelling a thing of Stephen King and J.D. Robb and authors like them, but not for nonfiction authors, like you? […]

By Yvonne DiVita October 24, 2024 Storytelling, Writing
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featured image for blog post, Indie Authors: Don't Forget to File Your BOIR, by Tom Collins

[TfTi] Indie Authors: Don’t Forget to File Your BOIR!

Most indie authors with an LLC must file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR). The penalties are harsh, and filing is easy.

By Tom Collins October 17, 2024 Business & Entrepreneurship, Copyright & Legal Stuff, Indie Publishing, Tips from Tom's inbox
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A list of my favorite books for your reading pleasure this winter

Time to Read: 10 Fiction Books to Buy Now for Those Cold Winter Evenings

If you’re on LinkedIn and you follow me, Yvonne, you know that I talk about fiction as a way to spark creativity for nonfiction writers. […]

By Yvonne DiVita October 10, 2024 Books, Reading
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10 Ways Writing a Book Builds Business Success

Why should every business person write and publish a book displaying their ideas, experience, and expertise? Here are ten reasons.

By Tom Collins October 3, 2024 Books, Branding, Business & Entrepreneurship, Indie Publishing, Marketing your book, Marketing your business, Writing
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Author's Journey to Public Speaking

Your Author’s Journey Beyond the Page – Embracing Public Speaking

I was almost in tears. The audience was silent. I had just told a joke, and no one laughed. I gulped, went on with my […]

By Yvonne DiVita September 25, 2024 Big Ideas, Business & Entrepreneurship
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image of officer checking ID as featured image for blog post, Indie Authors: Get Ready for KDP's Identity Verification, by Tom Collins

Indie Authors: Get Ready for KDP’s Identity Verification

KDP says it is “rolling out” a new identity verification process for author and publisher accounts, likely to fight book piracy. What you need to know.

By Tom Collins September 19, 2024 Books, Business & Entrepreneurship, Indie Publishing
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18 Valuable insights for Indie Published Authors

18 Valuable Insights for Indie Published Authors in Today’s Publishing World

And it’s Friday the 13th, everyone. Who’s afraid of black cats and ladders? Not I. I am quite fond of black cats. And ladders are […]

By Yvonne DiVita September 11, 2024 Uncategorized
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Getting Old or Growing Elder?

Learn how your beliefs and attitudes toward aging impact your health, happiness, and longevity, and how you can change them for the better.

By Tom Collins September 5, 2024 Aging Well, Books, Marginalia, Tips from Tom's inbox
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