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How to Become a Professional Writer With Joanna Penn

How to Become a Professional Writer With Joanna Penn

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Feb 25, 2026 | Business Advice, Publishing

Learn the mindset and approach to create a sustainable professional author business that appeals to readers and builds your career.

Why Your Book Isn’t Selling: Metadata

Why Your Book Isn’t Selling: Metadata

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Feb 18, 2026 | Independent Publishing, Publishing

Discover how metadata for books can significantly improve your book sales and visibility in online stores like Amazon.

How to Format a Book With Vellum

How to Format a Book With Vellum

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Feb 11, 2026 | Book Design, Publishing

Learn how Vellum can save you money, time, and headache when formatting your next book or reader magnet.

Author Taxes – A 2026 Guide to Avoiding Jail & Overpaying

Author Taxes – A 2026 Guide to Avoiding Jail & Overpaying

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 21, 2026 | Business Advice, Publishing

Taxes for authors don’t have to trigger panic. Discover rules for bookkeeping and taxes and what common mistakes to avoid.

Productivity Secrets from Bestselling Author Jerry B. Jenkins

Productivity Secrets from Bestselling Author Jerry B. Jenkins

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 14, 2026 | Productivity, Publishing

Productivity tips for writers that will help you finish your book and find a sustainable writing pace for your career.

The Five-Year Plan to Become a Professional Author 

The Five-Year Plan to Become a Professional Author 

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Dec 31, 2025 | Promotion, Publishing, Writing Craft

Discover a five year plan for writing a novel and how it helps aspiring authors build their craft, finish the book, and become a professional author.

The Savvy Author’s Guide to Picking an LLM

The Savvy Author’s Guide to Picking an LLM

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Dec 18, 2025 | Productivity, Publishing

Discover which LLMs and AI tools are best for your writing and marketing processes, and how the tools compare to one another.

2025 Desktop Printer Guide for Authors

2025 Desktop Printer Guide for Authors

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Oct 29, 2025 | Business Advice, Publishing

Learn what kind of home printer an author needs and which one will get you the best bang for your buck.

How to Publish Your Audiobook Through ACX

How to Publish Your Audiobook Through ACX

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Oct 22, 2025 | Audiobook Publishing, Publishing

Get guidance, tips, and recommendations for publishing your audiobook on ACX with the highest quality at the best price.

Triple Your Writing Speed with Dictation

Triple Your Writing Speed with Dictation

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Oct 1, 2025 | Productivity, Publishing

For authors, dictation can skyrocket writing speed. Find out which tools and strategies will help you master the skill and write faster.

The Author’s Guide to AI with Joanna Penn

The Author’s Guide to AI with Joanna Penn

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Sep 3, 2025 | Publishing

Discover how authors use AI to gain more time for creative writing and how you can get useful output instead of bland AI slop.

When to Ignore Your Editor

When to Ignore Your Editor

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Aug 27, 2025 | Platform, Writing Craft

Discover 7 issues authors must beware of when getting editorial suggestions from humans or AI and when to ignore or accept the feedback.

Announcing the 2026 Novel Marketing Conference

Announcing the 2026 Novel Marketing Conference

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Aug 13, 2025 | Conference Tips

Find out what makes the 2026 Novel Marketing Conference unique and find out how you can join us.

Is Your Traditional Publisher Going Bankrupt? 8 Warning Signs to Look Out For

Is Your Traditional Publisher Going Bankrupt? 8 Warning Signs to Look Out For

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 18, 2025 | Publishing

Understand the signs and implications of a publisher going bankrupt and what authors can do if their traditional publisher closes.

How to Publish a Novel in 2025

How to Publish a Novel in 2025

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 4, 2025 | Publishing

Learn how to successfully publish a novel with my six-step roadmap. Avoid common mistakes and start at the right place for strong sales.

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