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Seven Author Branding Tips
How authors can build stronger brands and sell more books.
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Meet the Judges of the 2018 BookLife Prize
PW caught up with the six BookLife Prize judges to talk about self-publishing, writing, what they were looking for from the submissions, and a whole lot more.
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Book Cover Redesign: 'Dreams of the Turtle King'
This month, Michelle Argyle at Melissa Williams Design reimagines the cover of 'Dreams of the Turtle King' by indie author Denise Bossarte.
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The Fans Are Out There
How Leslie Langtry found her readers.
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The BookLife Prize: Checking in with Denise Deegan
We touch base with last year's finalist in the middle grade category to talk about self-publishing, what she’s working on, and what advice she has for indie authors.
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The BookLife Prize: Checking in with Kate Jonuska
We touch base with last year's finalist from the science fiction/fantasy/horror category to talk about book marketing, remaining true to an artistic vision, and what she's working on now.
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From Self-Published to Mainstream: An Indie Success Story
How self-published author L. Penelope scored a book deal with St. Martin's Press.
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New Titles from Self-Publishers: October 2018
Booksellers, publishers, librarians, and agents are encouraged to look at these 101 self-published titles.
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Ask the Editor: Point of View vs. Perspective
Editor Betty Kelly Sargent answers writing questions submitted by readers. This month, she takes a look at the difference between point of view and perspective in fiction.
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First Lines: October 2018
A roundup of the best opening lines from titles by BookLife authors.
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Indie Scouting Report: October 2018
A look at some of the best-reviewed self-published titles from BookLife authors.
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Fourteen Kinds of Content Your Readers Will Want to Share
How indie authors can leverage social media and blog posts to sell more books.
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Book Cover Redesign: 'Spinning'
This month, Michelle Argyle at Melissa Williams Design reimagines the cover of 'Spinning' by indie author Janine Kovac.
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Smashwords Self-Published Bestsellers July 2018
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New Titles from Self-Publishers: September 2018
Booksellers, publishers, librarians, and agents are encouraged to look at the 87 self-published titles below.
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Ask the Editor: Lie vs. Lay
Editor Betty Kelly Sargent answers writing questions submitted by readers. This month, she takes a look at the difference between lie and lay.
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First Lines: September 2018
A look at some of the best opening lines from titles by BookLife authors.
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Indie Scouting Report: September 2018
A roundup of the best-reviewed self-published titles from BookLife authors.
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How to Write Better Marketing Copy
When marketing books, think—and write—like a reader.
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Book Cover Redesign: 'Loose Ends'
This month, Michelle Argyle at Melissa Williams Design reimagines the cover of 'Loose Ends' by indie author Caroline Taylor.
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