I recently gave a talk to a local writer’s group about the process of self-publishing a book, which includes setting up an author business. Afterwards, the group leader thanked me for sharing the “business side” of being an author. While I appreciated her kind gesture, it struck me as odd because I think of an […]
When Stephanie highlighted the importance of endorsements for writers it occurred to me that I could share a couple excerpts from the third in my multi award-winning HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers, How to Get Great Book Reviews Frugally and Ethically: The ins and outs of using free reviews to build and sustain a […]
Last week we asked our community on Facebook to answer this question: What is your favorite charitable cause? Here’s what they had to say: Jen Doeden Weer: The Drawer’s mission is to provide warmth and dignity to the homeless and underprivileged through new socks and underwear. Both are among the most needed and the least […]
When Stephanie highlighted the importance of endorsements for writers it occurred to me that I could share a couple excerpts from the third in my multi award-winning HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers, How to Get Great Book Reviews Frugally and Ethically: The ins and outs of using free reviews to build and sustain a […]
We sent out a query asking nonfiction authors “what are your favorite websites for author advice and guidance?” Here are their replies: Bronwen Sciortino I love the Australian Self-Publisher (www.australianselfpublisher.com) and the Book Baby (www.bookbaby.com) websites and blogs – loads of information about what’s happening all around the world and lots of practical, simple and […]
Stephanie recently highlighted the importance of endorsements for writers and it occurred to me that I could share some excerpts from the third in my multi award-winning HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers, How to Get Great Book Reviews Frugally and Ethically: The ins and outs of using free reviews to build and sustain a […]
In Part 3 of this blog series – How to Use Amazon Display Ads – we showed you how to set up display ads on Amazon. Now let’s move on to Part 4: How the Amazon KDP Select Program Works (Nonfiction Authors) The KDP Select program is available to Kindle ebook publishers and allows authors/ […]
In Part 2 of this blog series – How to Use Amazon Pay-Per-Click Ads – we showed you how to set up pay-per-click advertising campaigns on Amazon. Now let’s move on to Part 3: How to Use Amazon Display Ads Amazon Product Display Ads are generated based on book genre, related books, and even other […]
In Part 1 of this blog series – How to Use Amazon Advertising to Sell More Books – we explored how Amazon is moving in the direction of pay-to-play advertising for authors in publishers. Now let’s move on to Part 2: How to Use Amazon Pay-Per-Click Ads Amazon’s Sponsored Product Ads, which allow you to […]
Did you know that the books you see on end caps and display tables at Barnes and Noble are sponsored by the publishers? That’s right; books featured are rarely due to the store employees choosing their favorite reads. The publishers pay a premium to get their top titles featured on the best real estate in […]
How to Blog for Other Websites: Simple Steps to Guest Blogging, Including Sample Pitch
Blogging for other websites allows you to reach a whole new audience, gain exposure, build credibility, and potentially drive traffic back to your site. Here’s how to become a guest blogger: 1. Locate sites you want to write for. The first step is to find appropriate sites, and that means sites that reach your target […]
How to Sell Your Book to Colleges for Use in Courses
One of the many benefits of writing nonfiction is that we can educate our readers. Whether we do that with a how-to guide, a memoir, history, science, or other kind of reference book, many well-written nonfiction books have the potential to be adopted into curriculum for college courses. Getting colleges to adopt my books as […]
Understanding Publishing Contracts
If a publisher offers you a contract, get ready for your head to spin. These contracts can vary greatly in what they offer and what they expect from the author. In general, a contract will outline the following: Payment Terms A book advance fee ranging from $2500-$10,000 is most typical for first time authors without […]
Author Name: The Rev. Anita E. Keire Book Title: Walking on Water: Skeptics and Believers Discuss Whether Jesus Matters Synopsis Walking on Water: Skeptics and Believers Discuss Whether Jesus Matters introduces the rudiments of the Christian faith from a non-denominational, non-doctrinaire perspective for youth, millennials, religiously unaffiliated, as well as all generations including senior citizens. It […]
How to Blog for Other Websites: Simple Steps to Guest Blogging, Including Sample Pitch
Blogging for other websites allows you to reach a whole new audience, gain exposure, build credibility, and potentially drive traffic back to your site. Here’s how to become a guest blogger: 1. Locate sites you want to write for. The first step is to find appropriate sites, and that means sites that reach your target […]
How to Sell Your Book to Colleges for Use in Courses
One of the many benefits of writing nonfiction is that we can educate our readers. Whether we do that with a how-to guide, a memoir, history, science, or other kind of reference book, many well-written nonfiction books have the potential to be adopted into curriculum for college courses. Getting colleges to adopt my books as […]
Understanding Publishing Contracts
If a publisher offers you a contract, get ready for your head to spin. These contracts can vary greatly in what they offer and what they expect from the author. In general, a contract will outline the following: Payment Terms A book advance fee ranging from $2500-$10,000 is most typical for first time authors without […]
How to Tap into the Marketing Power of Street Teams, Super Fans and Micro-Influencers
Guest post by Penny Sansevieri Did you know that 95% of books are sold via personal recommendation? There is no doubt that the biggest source of sales for just about any type of product is personal recommendations. Remember the last time you heard a friend tell you that XYZ was an awesome product, or book […]
How to Write an Effective Author Bio
As an author, there will be many situations where you will need to contribute your bio for promotional purposes. Your bio is often needed on your website in the “About” page and the “Media/Press” page, the back cover of your book, the last page of your book, at the end of articles or blog posts […]
8 Tips for a Marketable Nonfiction Book Proposal by Melanie Votaw
Over the years, I’ve met many first-time authors who underestimate the difficulty of writing a successful nonfiction book proposal. Writers often lack the marketing skills that proposals require, and they fail to realize one important fact: A book proposal is a business plan for their book. If you remember that and also keep these tips […]
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