Do you want to know how to write a book about yourself but are unsure where to start? There are several frameworks to choose from, which we'll discuss in this article, and once you get your story written, you have even more options available to get it out into the...
Shannon Clark
A Year at a Glance: The Best of Self-Publishing in 2023
What a year for self-publishing! There were more twists, turns, and surprises than a best-selling mystery novel. Let’s take a look back at what made 2023 memorable. 2023 Year at a GlanceThe AI revolutionBookTok Mania—no sign of slowing downReview bombing, the...
The Importance of Book Typesetting: What It Is & How to Do It
Typesetting and formatting are often used interchangeably even though technically they are not the same. The word "typesetting" has taken on a different meaning over time as updates in technology have made the word's original definition almost obsolete....
What is a Beta Reader? How to Hire One and 10 Questions to Ask
As an author, knowing what your reader wants is a challenge that most writers face. Is my story believable? Are my characters likable? Does the pacing work? Do my plot points work? We face so many questions, but the truth is, there's only one way to know what they...
How Much Does It Cost to Self-Publish a Book (2024 Budget)
What does it cost to self-publish a book in 2024 - really? When you look online, it’s nearly impossible to pinpoint a number. That’s because there are so many variables in the publishing process and each one comes with its own price range depending on who you ask....
What is a Sensitivity Reader? And How They Help Create a Better Book
From cultural to political and everything in between, we all have an opinion and a unique perspective about how the world works and where we fit into the big picture. This means that when we sit down to pen a book that takes a slice out of the real world, how we...
What is the Cheapest Way to Publish a Book in 2024? How to Save Money at Every Step
What happens when you have a book you want to share with the world, but you don't have the money (or so you think) to get it out into the world? Everyone doesn’t have a big budget (or even a moderate one) to self-publish a book, so finding the cheapest way to...
The Book Advance: Why Authors Should Turn It Down and Own Their Own Work Instead
Let's talk about book advances. Just a couple of decades ago, when the powers that be gathered around the water cooler to discuss book publishing and authors, two groups always emerged: traditional and everything else. Self-publishing always fell into the everything...
5 Inspiring Short Bio Examples + How to Write a Professional Bio
Are you a business owner who wants to share your expertise but is unsure of how to stand out in a crowded marketplace? Maybe you want to write a book or create a course but there’s still the matter of convincing people of why they should trust you. This is where a...