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Book Outline: How to Outline a Book in 7 Steps [Template Included]
Book outlines are crucial when writing a book, and I say that as someone who learned it the hard way. I’m Chandler Bolt, founder of selfpublishing.com and author of Published., and I’ve helped thousands of first-time authors go from blank page to published...
The 27 Top Christian Books Of All Time (By Bestseller Status)
Let me be honest with you: I did not write my first book expecting it to go anywhere. I wrote it because I had something to say and I believed (maybe naively at first) that God could use it. What happened next genuinely surprised me. The Politically...
Literary Elements: A List of 21 Powerful Literary Devices
Literary elements might sound like a term reserved for English class, but you actually encounter them every day. Every time a songwriter compares heartbreak to a storm, that’s a metaphor. Every time a thriller drops a subtle clue about the ending in...
15 Christian Books for Men to Grow Your Faith
Christian faith has never been lived out in theory alone. For men who want their faith to reach beyond Sunday and into work, family, discipline, and character, the right books can act as steady companions along the way. The best Christian books for men don’t promise...
What is a Content Calendar and Why Do You Need One?
You did it. You published your book. You shared the announcement on social media. Maybe you sent an email to your list. You posted a few graphics, asked friends to share, and watched the first wave of sales come in. Then… silence. Life got busy. Writing the next...
60+ Book Conventions & Writing Conferences (2026)
Are you an aspiring author looking for ways to connect with a like-minded community of writers, designers, and publishing industry experts? If you’ve spent any time writing, you know that the profession can be an isolating one. Finding a group to connect with is not...
The List of 50 Book Publishers for First-Time Authors (2026 Update)
Are you ready to publish your book but not sure where to start? Knowing the best way to get your book into the hands of your readers can be like walking through a maze. There are so many different paths to take that the process can feel overwhelming. The good news is...
How to Succeed at Self-Publishing on Amazon in 2026
Self-publishing on Amazon sounds tricky, but it’s actually one of the easiest ways to publish a book. Learning how to publish on Amazon is simple if you have a step-by-step guide, but since Amazon’s publishing platform may not be the most friendly user...