Aspiring Authors

Author merchandise is an established way to market your writing and gain new readers, while rewarding your current following. I recently got my A into G and ordered some book swag. A few merchandise choices were obvious, but a bit of online sifting and a lot of head scratching generated some … Read more about Book Swag: The Top 10 Swaggiest Book Swag Ideas

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As a self-published author who once wondered how on earth the writing and publishing world worked, imparting the tips and tricks I pick up along the way is a continual goal of mine. I detail these “trade secrets” in my blog series, Dear Aspiring Author.Obtaining reviews is one of the most difficult … Read more about Reviews: The How, What, and Why

Let me start by saying congratulations. If you hold a manuscript in your hands then you are closer to publishing your book than most people will ever get. It takes good work ethic and courage, so take a moment to pat yourself on the back and say I. Am. Awesome.In one of my other Dear Aspiring Author … Read more about From Manuscript to Publish

There’s a story in your head, and it wants to get out.I’m no expert on the subject, but I have published my debut book, Fantasy of Frost, back in January 2015. Now I’m sharing my experiences in a blog series called Dear Aspiring Author, so people like yourself can learn from my successes and, more … Read more about On Writing your Debut Book