Facebook & Instagram are down which proves my point for authors…
Talk about timing: Like most of America, I did wake up and check my social media. I watched videos my clients put out there, responded to messages in my dms,…
The Monetization Decision
I hope you are as EXCITED as I am to close out this year. Whether you are a client or platform subscriber, we hope this year has provided much clarity…
Why most authors are BROKE & how to avoid it
Why most authors are BROKE & how to avoid it So many people want the title of being a “published author,” but their actions position them to be a broke…
Are you the next Token Author?
Are you the next Token Author? I ask this as politically correct as I can because it is very important, especially during these times. It’s no secret that the publishing industry…
The Truth about Magazine “Distribution” & How to Translate Your Feature into Dollars
A Magazine Publisher’s Secret: When most magazines talk about distribution, they are talking about the number of copies they legally put into the hands of others without being sued. Others…
My Downward Spiral to Freedom: Why Did we Publish This?
Why this author's voice deserved to be heard: Many authors want to know how publishing companies choose which titles to publish. There’s a myth that smaller publishing houses, especially those…
Does Size Matter? The truth about Book Covers.
Does size really matter when it comes to book covers? After all, part of the creative writing process is that you are the artist and can design your masterpiece with…
WRITERS & AUTHORS: Keep your Receipts!
I left last night's author strategy group with this final instruction:Please remember to keep all records of your expenses, mileage and every event where you attended for promotion, networking and…
A multi-million dollar mistake made by authors (it’s common)
I found this mistake with a new client's previously published work and had to take her book out of circulation. Although it's a commonly made mistake, if discovered, the penalties levied against an author can be so steep that it completely shuts down the entire brand.
Are your writings Legally Protected?
People also have been misguided about a "Poor Man's copyright", which there is no such thing legally. Legally this offers no protection so do not be misinformed. But since copyright registration is presented as a voluntary procedure, why should you bother?