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Read MoreFind the right ghostwriter to tell your story, is a matter of asking the right questions. To avoid the added cost and frustration of replacing a bad fit, ghostwriter Steve Donahue has 5 essential questions to ask before you sign on the dotted line.
Read MoreWhy limit your reading experience to one book format? From hardcovers to audiobooks, here’s how developing multiple editions of your book can elevate your publishing game and expand your audience.
Read MoreWant your book to make a big impact? Understanding your genre is the key! Book coach Steve Donahue breaks down why knowing and leveraging your genre is important to focus your efforts and boost your book’s success.
Read MoreEngaging the right readers is essential to find the appreciation and success your book deserves. To help reach the readers who will love your book, our friends at Smith Publicity share 3 valuable tips for researching your book’s target audience.
Read MoreNeed help with your manuscript? A book coach can make all the difference, but finding the right one is key. Before you commit, use book coach Graham Wilcox’s 4 essential questions to find the perfect match.
Read MoreAre you gearing up for your book launch and looking for ways to make it stand out? Here are 16 creative book launch ideas from our Book Promotions Team to get you thinking outside the box.
Read MoreWhether you’re writing historical fiction or true-crime, the self-imposed pressure to get the facts “right” can prevent some authors from ever starting their dream project. To give you confidence to move forward, author Chris Humphreys offers some tips on conducting research and using it effectively in your writing.
Read MoreWhen your book is not market-ready, you risk your ability to appeal to readers and ultimately diminish your sales potential. If you want to pave the way to publishing success, you’ll need these 6 must-have elements of market-ready books.
Read MoreGood self-editing can save you time and money when it comes to hiring a professional editor. To help put together a simple system for tackling your text, FriesenPress Editing Coordinator Astra Crompton shares 5 expert self-editing strategies.
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