It’s frustrating, but it’s true: Book covers have a lot of power and are a key component in any success (or lack of success) your book has. Here’s what matters when it comes to book covers: Your cover should look professionally designed. Well designed covers communicate what type of book it is, but also that …
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One of the most common questions I get from writers is “Do I REALLY need to hire an editor?” My answer is always the same: “YES. Full stop. We can talk about how to pick one and the best way to utilize them, but there is NO gray area here. Professional editing is a must …
By Meredith Eaton, CEO The most common question I get from authors is some variation on “How do I sell more books?!” And my answer is the one that no one wants to hear: “Hustle.” Most of the time when an author, or aspiring author, is asking that question, they are really asking “What’s the …
There are two schools of thought on writer’s block. It’s real. It’s not real. The “not real” camp is often made up of prolific writers who have a long list of credits and writing achievements. I once attended a talk by author Jodi Picoult, and in response to a question about how she handles writer’s …
Keywords are search terms that you can attach to your book on platforms like Amazon when you publish your book. Which keywords you pick can influence where or when your book shows up in searches, so picking the right keywords can influence the success of your book. So here are some tips for picking your …
