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Books grow up as quickly and diversely as today’s children. By exploring what a book is about and how the story is told, we can better understand what changes as young readers grow up – and reflect those changes in the pages of your children’s book.
Read MoreWhen a company sends you the perfect email at the perfect time, it can feel like magic. Book marketing expert Zoe Mathers details how authors can harness the magic of email automation to better understand your ideal readers and sell more books.
Read MoreDo you want people beyond your circle of friends to purchase your memoir? You need a well-crafted message. Book coach Steve Donahue joins us to explain why a clear and direct message about the lessons you’ve learned is such a powerful tool for memoir writers.
Read MoreFor a new children’s book to succeed in a crowded market, it doesn’t need to be good. It needs to be *great*. Here are four ways you can make your children’s story stand out and be loved by today’s young readers.
Read MoreBISAC codes are one of the first ways readers find new books to read (even if they didn’t know it). To better understand how they work — we’re taking a look at their categories, how they’re used in metadata, and the importance of refining your target audience.
Read MoreIs book marketing something you dread? You’re not alone — many authors feel intimidated by the idea of selling. So, to help change your perspective for the better, Zoe Mathers joins us to offer 5 tips on how to market your book if (you think) you hate book marketing.
Read MoreFrom presidents to princes, ghostwriting has long been accepted in the world of traditional publishing. But due to its somewhat secretive nature, misconceptions about this service abound. Ghostwriter and book coach Steve Donahue joins us to pull back the curtain and give you an insider’s view on how this industry works.
Read MoreAs the New Year quickly approaches, we’re looking back at 10 of our most insightful and motivating blog posts of the last year. We hope our selection helps to inspire your writing and publishing journey today and in the year ahead. See you in 2023!
Read MoreBook professionals know that the most effective form of marketing is word-of-mouth. To help authors take advantage, our friends at Smith Publicity outline how you can garner and best use reader reviews.
Read MoreRecording an audiobook used to require a visit to an expensive studio, but now you can create your own setup from the comfort of home. To help you assemble your own recording space, we’ve outlined all the audio equipment you’ll need to produce a great audiobook.
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