The 3-Phase Checklist for Revising Your Manuscript

The 3-Phase Checklist for Revising Your Manuscript

So, you’ve typed “The End” on your manuscript—but is that massive file on your computer ready for publication? To guide you along the path of revision, we’ve developed a 3-phase, step-by-step checklist for you to follow (and download).

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Looking For Writing Inspiration? Try Moodboards.

Looking For Writing Inspiration? Try Moodboards.

One of the most difficult parts of growing as a new writer is developing your unique voice. The easiest way to do so is with a moodboard. Here’s how to create and use moodboards to define your style and enhance your writing.

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How Kindness Can Help You Build an Amazing Author Network

How Kindness Can Help You Build an Amazing Author Network

Bestselling FriesenPress author P.L. Stuart went from “shouting into the void” to amassing over 25,000 followers on Twitter with one important value. In our latest blog post, P.L. shares his advice on how you too can build an author platform with simple kindness.

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A Guide to Using Quotes, Excerpts, and Lyrics in Your Book

A Guide to Using Quotes, Excerpts, and Lyrics in Your Book

All writers are inspired by someone else’s creative work. It’s only natural to pay homage with a short excerpt or a verse from a song lyric. What could go wrong? To help you navigate the murky legal waters of copyright, book coach Steve Donahue has five important tips.

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6 Ways to Stay Focused on Your Story

6 Ways to Stay Focused on Your Story

In the Age of Distraction, it’s easy to lose your writing momentum. To help you finally write and finish your book, story midwife Traci Skuce has 6 ways to keep you focused on your story.

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Should You Turn Your Book into an Audiobook?

Should You Turn Your Book into an Audiobook?

Audiobooks are the fastest-growing segment of the publishing industry, which brings up a meaningful question for all authors: “is an audiobook right for me?” Here are three important factors to help you decide if you should turn your book into an audiobook.

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7 Important Truths About Book Editing

7 Important Truths About Book Editing

Do you know what’s fact or fiction when it comes to book editing? To help you gain clarity about the sometimes misunderstood editing process, we’ve highlighted seven important truths that all authors should understand when preparing your book for publication.

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3 Insider Tips for Children’s Book Marketing

3 Insider Tips for Children’s Book Marketing

Writing a children’s book is a unique endeavor, and the marketing is no less unique. To help you develop a thoughtful and customized strategy, our friends at Smith Publicity have shared their 3 insider tips for approaching your children’s book marketing.

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The 5 Ingredients for Writing a Successful Nonfiction Book

The 5 Ingredients for Writing a Successful Nonfiction Book

A dollop of motivation…a heaping cup of great ideas...and a dash of support. In our latest blog post, book coach Steve Donahue helps you cook up a successful nonfiction book using a tried and true recipe of 5 key ingredients.

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Why Fantasy Author P.L. Stuart is Exploring the Epic New World of Audiobooks

Why Fantasy Author P.L. Stuart is Exploring the Epic New World of Audiobooks

After realizing his lifelong ambition to publish a book, some savvy book marketing and mountains of rave reviews, FriesenPress author PL Stuart's debut became an award-winning bestseller. Now he’s exploring yet another new world with the first-ever FriesenPress-produced audiobook.

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