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These past summer and fall seasons were filled with stellar FriesenPress book reviews that showcase the talent and creativity of our authors. From a retired Olympic alpine skier’s memoir to the vivid language of a captivating poetry collection, here are 14 new titles that recently earned critical acclaim in this edition of the FriesenPress Book Review Highlights!
Read MoreFormer MuchMusic VJ Bill Welychka is topping the charts – as a bestselling author. As part of our 15th anniversary celebration, we interviewed Bill about his FriesenPress memoir A Happy Has-Been, what’s driving the current wave of MuchMusic nostalgia, and much more.
Read MoreCrafting an audiobook masterpiece begins with the right narrator. That’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive breakdown of the key factors to consider when choosing a narrator to bring your book to life.
Read MoreAre you writing a book dedication for someone special, but can’t quite put it into words? Join us as we explore the three main dedication types, outline best practices, and ultimately guide you to draft your own.
Read MoreWith over 70,000 copies sold (and counting), 13 Ways to Kill Your Community has driven Doug Griffiths’s success in business since 2016. As part of our 15-year celebration, we spoke with the professional speaker, CEO, and FriesenPress author about sustaining his book’s runaway success, advice to consultants on publishing a book, and much more.
Read MoreLet’s face it: despite the preface being a great opportunity to provide context to your reader, it’s often overlooked in the writing process. That’s why the following blog post details everything you need to know about writing a strong preface for your book.
Read MoreYou’ve put a lot of energy into your book’s text, so don’t skimp on giving attention to your images! Ensure your vision is printed as intended with our 5 crucial steps of image preparation.
Read MoreIf you want your books to be listed on virtual and physical store shelves, it’s not quite as simple as hitting ‘publish’. In our new guide for print-on-demand authors, we detail how to navigate the ever-changing book retail landscape.
Read MoreWith audiobooks only continuing to grow in popularity, it’s savvy to consider how your written book might sound in audio format—and the best time to do so is while you’re still writing! To set you up for future success, we’ve collected 5 audiobook writing and formatting tips you can employ while drafting your manuscript.
Read MoreFoot Canada Training has trained over 5,000 Canadian nurses since 1993, but it’s the textbook they published with FriesenPress that helps them make a global impact. As part of our 15-year celebration, we spoke with Executive Director Julie Gauthier about Foot Canada Training’s success, how a textbook like the ‘Art & Science of Foot Care’ comes together, and why print on demand is perfect for academic authors.
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