How Much Should You Spend on an Editor? Building Your Book Budget
Wondering how much to budget for editing your book? The answer depends on your goals. From hobby writers to entrepreneurs, here’s a breakdown of editing costs and tips for getting the most out of your budget. Ready to dive into self-publishing? Download my free Self-Publisher's Quick Guide for more insights!
Rewriting my Life. Reclaiming my Voice.
After my divorce, I felt silenced. For years, I had built my writing identity around marriage and family, and when that chapter of my life ended, so did my voice as an author. It wasn’t until I started working on a memoir about life after 40 that I began to rediscover who I was—both as a writer and as a person. This journey has been about finding my voice again and learning how to share my story authentically.
AI is Making you Sound Like a Robot (But here’s how to fix it)
Your unique voice as an author is your most valuable asset. It’s not your topic that sets you apart, because most topics have been written about before. What makes your work stand out is how you write about it. But here’s the problem: many authors are over-relying on AI tools, and the result is a lot of writing that sounds... well, robotic.
These Four Qualities are Essential in Book Publishing
Sharing some important insights from Writer Talks Live.
How Publishing a Book Helps Build a Legacy
A book is a complete, finished work that exists regardless of changing platforms. In this way, it ends up being a legacy builder for you and your business.
Print-on-Demand vs. Offset Printing: Why I Made the Switch to Offset and a Cost-Benefit Breakdown
I switched from using a print-on-demand service to an offset printer for my latest book project. Here’s why.
Is Self-Publishing or Traditional Publishing Better in 2021?
One frequently asked question among the aspiring authors I often talk to is whether self-publishing or traditional publishing is better.
Creatively Recognizable Book Cover Design: Stand Out, But Fit In
Every author also wants their book design to reflect how unique they are. But while you should stand out, when it comes to your book cover, you also want to fit in.