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Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: Which is Right for You?

Feb 18, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Self-publishing vs. traditional publishing — which path is right for you? Learn the pros and cons about costs, timing, creative control, and more. Read more →

CreateSpace is DEAD. Here's what you need to know.

Feb 06, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

CreateSpace, a print-on-demand service for self-published authors, recently merged with Amazon’s KDP Print. Here's what you need to know. Read more →

What is a Small Press? (And Should Authors Use Them?)

Feb 04, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

What exactly is a small press? We'll get into the pros and cons of working with one, and what you can expect when you ink a small press book deal. Read more →

What is Proofreading? Beginner's Guide to an Essential Edit

Jan 31, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

What is proofreading all about? In this post, find out what this task specifically involves and when writers can do it themselves. Read more →

What is the Epilogue of a Book? Just One More Thing…

Jan 31, 2020 – Perfecting your Craft

In this post, we look closer at what an epilogue is and share our top advice on how to write a strong one that will end your book with a bang. Read more →

How a Cartoonist for Hire Can Get Your Book's Point Across

Jan 17, 2020 – Book Design

MAD Magazine's Nate Fakes shows authors how a cartoonist for hire can help explain complex issues, provide structure, and keep their readers engaged. Read more →

Preptober: 8 Tips to Prepare for NaNoWriMo 2024

Jan 16, 2020 – Perfecting your Craft

Check out our Preptober guide to set yourself up for success before NaNoWriMo starts. Read more →

How to Brainstorm for NaNoWriMo: Shaelin's Top Tips

Jan 16, 2020 – Perfecting your Craft

Shaelin Bishop is a writer, YouTuber, and NaNoWriMo veteran. She'll show you how to brainstorm for NaNoWriMo. Read more →

Staying Productive During NaNoWriMo: Shaelin's Top Tips

Jan 16, 2020 – Perfecting your Craft

Writer and Youtuber Shaelin Bishop reveals her top 10 tips for remaining productive throughout NaNoWriMo. Get ready to quash those timewasting gremlins! Read more →

What is Indie Publishing? And How to Get Started in 2024

Jan 10, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Have you ever wondered whether you should call yourself an indie publisher of a self-publisher? Learn about the difference, and how to get started, today. Read more →

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