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5 self-publishing truths few authors talk about
Originally posted on Suffolk Scribblings:
One of the hardest thing to watch on social media is an author, usually a debut author, getting excited about their upcoming book launch and knowing they are about to get hit around the head with a hard dose of reality. They’ve done the right things, built up a twitter…
Self-Pub but want an agent? Tips from @ChuckSambuchino
Originally posted on Lit World Interviews:
You are self-published. You now want to go traditional. You’ve heard agents won’t take self-pub. What do you do? Ask Chuck Sambuchino. “Many writers who’ve self-published a book for one reason or another get to a point where they want the book to be taken to the next level…
#MondayBlogs: Writing Complex Female Villains
Originally posted on Shannon A. Thompson:
Intro: Welcome to #MondayBlogs! Every Monday, a guest blogger will be covering a topic revolving around reading and writing, and today’s topic can be found on the more ominous side of literature. SiameseMayhem is a sassy reader and the writer behind Pirate Kitties: Musings on YA Novels and Pop Culture…
Which FONT Should You Use for Your BOOK? #pubtips
Originally posted on chrismcmullen:
Mock covers created using ShutterStock images. FONT SELECTION Whether designing a book or just the book cover, the choice of font is a very important design element. The right font on the book cover helps to attract the specific target audience. The wrong font anywhere on the book can be a…
10 things Hilary Mantel knows about writing Quotes for Writers (and people who like quotes)
Originally posted on BRIDGET WHELAN writer:
This list is an extract from a post by Hilary Mantel, the international bestselling author, and seems like a good and thought-provoking way to start the new year. It originally appeared in the blog for The Story Prize. The Story Prize is an annual book award for short story…
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