Tag: publishing
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A Quick Guide to Graphics and Copyright
Graphics and publishing go hand-in-hand. As an author, you will need to use images on your cover. You can also use images for chapter headers, section breaks, or figures inside your book. But how do you know if you have the legal rights to use the images you choose? In this post, we talk about…
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Building a Unique Distribution Network
As a self-published author Congratulations! You’ve completed your first book! Now comes the challenge: self-publishing. Where will you post it for online distribution? There are many places to sell your book online, but where should you start? What should you consider before deciding which sites to use? Is it better to cast a wide distribution…
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Yes, Readers Judge Your Book by Its Cover
It’s a cruel twist of irony. Your book’s cover is the first thing potential readers see before they decide to buy your book, making it the most effective marketing tool you have. Your book cover should convey your book’s theme and genre at a glance. It should also look like you’ve put time and care…
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Top 3 Formatting Mistakes Made by Indie Authors
As a self-published author, your book is in competition with over 2.6 million other self-published books. Your book will appears alongside more than 560,000 traditionally published books. When I talk about traditional publishers, I mainly refer to “Big 5” publishing conglomerates (Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Hachette Book Group, and Macmillan) that have…
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Writers Workshop: Self-Publishing for New Authors
Stepping into self-publishing means becoming both an author and a publisher, but what does that really mean? This workshop provides an essential overview of the publishing industry from a self-publisher’s perspective. Learn about the difference between traditional, vanity, and self-publishing. From obtaining ISBNs and distribution networks to royalties, this workshop is perfect for writers who…
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Self-Publishing for New Authors
Stepping into self-publishing means becoming both an author and a publisher, but what does that really mean? This workshop provides an essential overview of the publishing industry from a self-publisher’s perspective. Learn about the difference between traditional, vanity, and self-publishing. From obtaining ISBNs and distribution networks to royalties, this workshop is perfect for writers who…
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Busting Editing Myths
Busting Editing Myths – Sunday February 9th [Virtual 1pm] Have you ever wondered what an editor does, or why you might need your book edited before submitting to an agent or publisher? What about self-publishing? Anyone can do it, so why should you pay someone to change the book you wanted to write? MJ Moores…
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York Writers Conference
Panel Session: Answering Your Burning Questions. I will be participating in a Q&A panel featuring seasoned authors MJ Moores, Kim McDougall, and myself at the York Writers’ Conference! Together, we bring years of expertise in crafting compelling stories, navigating the publishing world, and growing our careers. Whether you’re a new writer seeking guidance or an…