Your 250-Copy Book Could Be More Valuable Than a Bestseller
A friend on LinkedIn inspired this post. This friend put this question in my comment section, and I knew I had to write a full […]
Stop Getting Ready and Get Writing: How Authors Build Confidence While Perfectionism Keeps Others Stuck
Wonder how authors gained the confidence to publish their books? Here are some research-backed tips.
How to Turn Your Signature Talk or Workshop into a Book People Finish and Share
This is for public speakers or business leaders who hold regular workshops and webinars. You’re the ones who often say you can’t write a book […]
Are You Ready? 7 Questions to Ask Before You Hire an Editor, Hit Upload, Or Start Marketing Your Book.
Writers are always asking me some version of this one big, anxious question: “Am I ready?” Am I ready to invest the time in writing […]
Why Writing Your Book is the Smartest Marketing Move for Your Business Today
Find out why we’ve been using the phrase “books as business cards” for decades.
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 […]
20 Humorous (But Painfully True) Reasons NOT To Write Your Book This Year
I’m no comedian, but the other day, I was thinking about all the reasons people give me for not writing the book they say they […]
Writing Your Book in 2025 – A Few Bits of Advice on Writing and Marketing to Start the Year Off Right
I’m not a fan of New Year’s Resolutions. I find them overrated and understated. People write down their so-called resolutions on December 31st and vow […]
8 Must Do Tasks to Complete BEFORE You Launch Your Book
In the olden days of the 20th century, books were launched or released by publishers who owned the “rights” (licensed from the author) and had […]
[TfTi] Publishing Trends and Changes that Indie Authors Need to Keep Up With
From multiple newsletters and articles, my top five publishing industry trends that will most affect indie authors this year.