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9 Self-Published Authors Who Made It Big
Today more than ever, it’s not just great writing that sells. Besides having a powerful plot, theme, protagonist (whether that is a fictional character or the star of your nonfiction), and stellar writing, there is another piece to the puzzle that all successful self published authors share. Decades ago, great authors wrote their books, sent them to the publisher, and then started the next. There was no website to keep up, no social media to build a brand for, and no podcasts to speak on. Book tours did not take place in the way they do today, and word of […]
The 7 Best Writing Apps
Ages ago, writers had to write by candlelight with quills and ink. Now, it’s as easy as whipping out your phone while waiting in line at the grocery store and jotting down a few sentences. The question is, which app should you use to organize your writing? With so many options out there, you want to pick the right one so you don’t spend more time moving your writing around than you do actually writing. Having a good writing app can save you from having to scroll through all of your notebooks to find that one note you need. Instead, […]
Hunter or Hunted?
Moriah Richard is the managing editor at Writer’s Digest. Since obtaining her MFA in fiction, she has worked with over 100 authors to help them achieve their publication dreams. As a reader, she’s most interested in horror, fantasy, and romance, although she will read just about anything with a great hook. Beyond the page, she enjoys cooking, World of Warcraft, and playing endless hours of fetch with her golden retriever. Find Moriah on Twitter @MoriahRichard93.
How To Create a Podcast, Develop an Audience, and Get Your Novel Published
I must be honest: When I decided to turn my debut novel, Messenger, into MESSENGER: A Podcast in 16 Episodes, I had no idea what I was doing. How did my life-long dream and journey to publish a book take a detour, a clinamen (one of Messenger’s concepts defined as a slight swerve that changes everything)? Creating a podcast was the last thing I expected. (5 Things I Learned From Co-hosting a Book Podcast) Timing Is Everything: Get It Out Messenger tells the story of Messenger, a mysterious woman who delivers life-changing messages to seemingly random people all over New […]
BookCamp Review: The Writing Hub You Didn’t Know You Needed
BookCamp is the writing hub you didn’t know you needed If you’re dreaming of writing and publishing a book one day, but aren’t sure what to do next, then Chad R. Allen’s community may be exactly what you need to reach your goals. Read on the for the full BookCamp review. Quick disclaimer before moving on: We are affiliates of BookCamp. That does not affect any of the breakdowns below. BookCamp is a membership community providing expert guidance to help you find shortcuts to publication. Offering self-paced training alongside group events and coaching, BookCamp helps writers become authors and build their […]
AutoCrit Review (Updated Guide for Authors)
As self-published authors, we’re always looking for a better combination of tools and apps to improve our writing and cut down on the amount of editing needed. At the same time, you’re probably acutely aware of the pain that comes with trying too many different tools. Sometimes, less really is more! Every new tool involves a financial cost as well as the investment of time needed to learn its features. So is AutoCrit worth your time and money? In today’s full AutoCrit review we’ll explore exactly what AutoCrit is capable of, break down its cost, and give our recommendation on […]
Minimum And Maximum KDP Word Count, File Sizes, And Pages
It’s not easy to find definitive information regarding a minimum or maximum KDP word count for Kindle ebooks. For many new self-publishing authors, finding related information on Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) Help can be challenging. If you are looking for maximum file sizes or numbers of pages for print books, you have to dig very deep. So to save you some time and perhaps frustration, I’ve done some research that will hopefully provide you with answers. Can a book be too short or long to publish on Amazon KDP? Yes, there are limitations on the number of pages in a […]
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 597
Quick note: Moriah Richard will begin her second annual February Flash Fiction Challenge on February 1. As a result, I’ll be releasing my Wednesday Poetry Prompts just a little later in the morning than usual (to avoid double posting). For today’s prompt, take the phrase “Imagine a World…” and complete that phrase, make the title of your poem whatever word(s) you use to complete that phrase, and then, write your poem. Possible titles might include: “Filled With Dinosaurs,” “Without Poems,” and/or “Where Chocolate Cake Improves Your Health.” Remember: These prompts are springboards to creativity. Use them to expand your possibilities, […]
Jen Frederick: On the Power of Found Family
Jen Frederick is a Korean adoptee living in the Midwest with her husband, daughter, and rambunctious dog. Under the pseudonym Erin Watt, Frederick has co-written two number one New York Times bestselling novels. Find her on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. In this post, Jen discusses how she represented the adoptee experience in her new romance novel, Seoulmates, her advice for other writers, and more! Name: Jen FrederickLiterary agent: Steven AxelrodBook title: SeoulmatesPublisher: Berkley JoveRelease date: January 25, 2022Genre/category: Romance/General FictionPrevious titles: Last Hit; Last Breath; Last Kiss; Last Hope; Heart & SeoulElevator pitch for the book: Korean adoptee travels to […]
The 5 Best Book Summary Websites to Quickly Boost Your Knowledge
There’s a lot of reasons you might need a book summary. Maybe you don’t have the time to get through the books on your “want to read” list. Maybe you need to write some book notes for an article you’re working on. Maybe you just want to figure out if you want to read a full book. Either way, it can be incredibly time-consuming to read through a whole book to find what you need, which is where book summary websites become a great option. In this article, we’re going to dive into five different options. Most sites cover different […]