How can you write memoir with deep sensory detail? How does terroir in wine equate to the writer’s voice? How can you manage your online presence while still protecting yourself from the haters? Multi-award-winning wine writer Natalie MacLean shares her tips. In the intro, initial thoughts on Author Nation 2024, photos from Death Valley @jfpennauthor, …
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By BookBaby author Scott McCormick Estimated reading time: 9 minutes Publishing a business book is a significant step for any entrepreneur, executive, or thought leader looking to share their expertise and influence their industry. When it comes to publishing, authors have two primary routes: traditional publishing and self-publishing. Traditional publishing involves selling your publishing rights …
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Reading Time: 2 minutes https://www.buzzsprout.com/664939/episodes/16027695-scams-hacks-and-red-flags-how-to-protect-yourself.mp3 It seems like now, more than ever, scammers and hacks are everywhere. Penny can’t go a week without someone offering to “turn her book into a movie” and if you’ve listened for a while, you know how we feel about that! In today’s world of book publishing, scammers and inexperienced …
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By BookBaby author BookBaby Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Looking for a way to make your hardcover book stand out? A custom dust jacket could be the answer! Much more than just a protective layer for your book, a custom dust jacket offers you the opportunity to promote your book and reach new customers. Although …
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Reading Time: 5 minutes The holiday season is a magical time to reflect on the past year and set yourself up for success in the next, and what better way to do that than with a checklist? As an author, it’s the perfect time to check in on all the nooks and crannies of your …
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Reading Time: 2 minuteshttps://www.buzzsprout.com/664939/episodes/16027634-goodreads-author-program-update-what-you-need-to-know.mp3 Like Amazon, Goodreads is cracking down on spam and bot author accounts, many of which are producing subpar AI generated content — but protecting the platform means adding a stricter vetting process before authors get to network with readers. In this urgent episode, we dive deep into these changes with insights …
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Reading Time: 2 minuteshttps://www.buzzsprout.com/664939/episodes/16027800-bonus-episode-amazon-delays-what-to-do-when-your-book-launch-hits-a-kdp-roadblock.mp3 We thought we’d drop in with another urgent Amazon PSA! Amazon delays can be a nightmare for authors, especially when everything is set for a carefully planned launch day, and your book still hasn’t gone live. Recently, Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) platform has been experiencing lengthy approval delays, sometimes taking …
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