Self-published authors have a dizzying variety of tasks to complete. As a self-publisher, you're responsible not only for writing your book but also promoting it and building a long-term author platform for yourself. Given that few of us are naturally blessed with all of the skills needed to successfully self-publish, one of the best ways to make your life easier is to … [Read more...]
Hugh Fritz – Made to Be Broken
What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. My most recent book is Made to Be Broken. It is the first in a trilogy called the Mystic Rampage series, and follows three individuals who are my version of genies. They don’t live in bottles or say “your wish is my command” but they have the ability to manipulate forces with their minds which enables them to do pretty … [Read more...]
R. Douglas Clark – Welcome to Maravilla
What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. (pronounced Ma-ra-vee-ya) is a contemporary story about the people who live in a remote village in northern New Mexico. The town was founded about 400 years ago when the Spanish settlers first showed up. So the book is partly about how the old ways find their place in modern society. Or not. It is also about love, … [Read more...]
How to Start Marketing a Book You Haven’t Even Written Yet
Pop quiz. When should start marketing your book? The day you finish writing it. The day it’s actually published. Right now — even if you haven’t written a word yet. You might be surprised to learn the answer is definitely C. Having an audience already established and excited to buy your book is the key to a great book launch. In fact, getting this wrong can … [Read more...]
Madeline Sharples – Papa’s Shoes
What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. Papa’s Shoes, is a work of fiction about immigration with a feminist and historical bent. At 99,968 words, Papa’s Shoes is a stand-alone novel with series potential. Ira Schuman is determined to move his family out of their Polish shtetl to the hope and opportunities he’s heard about in America. But along the way he … [Read more...]