The hope of a successful self-publishing experience seems about as realistic as the plots of some ill-fashioned fantasy novels. The costs associated with self-publishing have long held it out of reach for the average novice. How much money will you devote to publishing your novel? Make sure that your budget maximizes the use of all … Continue reading
Category Archives: Guest Posts
Guest Post: Amy Morse – 9 Tips on Pinterest for Writers
We’re in the middle of a Social Media revolution. There is information everywhere about Social Media, and it is now an essential part of the marketing mix for writers building their platform and reputation. Whether you have traditionally or self-published, marketing your work is your responsibility if you want to increase sales. But Social Media … Continue reading
Guest post: Writing & how social media can help, by Yvone
Yvone is a writer of Fantasy and Mainstream fiction, currently residing in Corona, CA. She is also a blogger, volunteer beta reader, and a participant of NaNoWrimo. Yvone has been writing since the age of 14, and continues to pursue writing with a passion. Take it away Yvone: If social media was suddenly shut down, … Continue reading
Online Tools Every Writer Should Use – Guest Post by Marcela De Vivo
Image courtesy of Kittikun Atsawintarangkul / FreeDigitalPhotos.net Whether you’re just starting out in your freelancing writing journey or you’re a veteran author working on your masterpiece, there is a plethora of online services and applications that should be in every writer’s toolbox. From document sharing to copyright checks, to finding interviewees to SEO assistance, there are more tools … Continue reading
Guest post: Making the best of Social Media for Writers by Shah Wharton
Social media has become an increasingly important platform for writers to communicate with their readers (or find potential readers). This means we all need to be aware of how to make the best of it. 1. Remember, you are a brand. Just because social media can often require you to write a concise comment, this is no excuse … Continue reading