Month: September 2023

I say this to authors and prospective authors all the time: you are the expert in what you are writing about. Nobody can write this book as well as you. A lady I know is simply a whiz at being organized. Her home is super clean and neat and tidy and she enjoys putting her… Continue reading You Are The Expert

When an author is dedicated to their craft, it shows. When anyone is dedicated to their craft, it shows. We can see how they work hard, put in the time and the effort, put in the pieces that are needed to get that final (best) draft completed. When an author is dedicated to their craft… Continue reading Dedicated To Your Craft

I cannot overemphasize the importance of proper spelling and grammar when it comes to your writing. This is so important because as one who has something important to share (hence the reason you are writing the book), you are saying that you are knowledgeable (maybe even an expert at this). If you submit something with… Continue reading The Importance of Spelling & Grammar

In my last post, I promised a more detailed breakdown of what the publishing partnership entails. Well, here is that post. The publishing partnership is a long-term partnership and involves many pieces. I have broken down each by responsibilities of the publisher and responsibilities of the author. Responsibilities of the Publisher Responsibilities of the Author… Continue reading Publishing Partnership

Authors, when you have your own website, there are such tremendous advantages. Yes, there is a cost but there is a cost to everything. Here are some things you need to keep in mind as advantages for having your own website:* wonderful opportunity to market yourself* all the info is about you and you have… Continue reading Your Own Website

When a person has an idea for a book they want published, not only must they write a great manuscript that will be sent to publishers for consideration, but they also need to make sure that they are following the submissions guidelines for that particular publisher. This is really important because some people submit without… Continue reading When A Person Wants To Be Published