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Pros and Cons of Pre-Orders

Pros and Cons of Pre-Orders

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 27, 2024 | Independent Publishing, Publishing

Find out whether you should set up a preorder for your book (some authors shouldn’t), and discover tips to maximize preorder sales.

How to use Reedsy to Independently Publish Your Book

How to use Reedsy to Independently Publish Your Book

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 13, 2024 | Book Design, Platform

Find out how Reedsy can help indie and traditional authors create beautiful, compelling, and marketable books.

Book Launch Secrets 

Book Launch Secrets 

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 6, 2024 | Independent Publishing, Promotion, Strategy, Traditional Publishing

Registration for the final cohort of the Book Launch Blueprint course is now open. Check out these book launch secrets and register for the course while you still can.

How to Publish on a Budget: Your First Five Years as an Author

How to Publish on a Budget: Your First Five Years as an Author

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Feb 28, 2024 | Business Advice, Platform

Becoming a professional author will cost you. Find out how much and when an author should budget for their writing career.

The Starving Author: How to Market Books When You Have No Money

The Starving Author: How to Market Books When You Have No Money

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Feb 7, 2024 | Business Advice, Crowdfunding, Promotion

You have two options if you don’t have money to market your book. Find out how an “expensive option” can be the “budget option” and where to invest your time when you don’t have the money.

When to Quit Writing

When to Quit Writing

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 24, 2024 | Business Advice, Productivity, Publishing

Since few writers die at the keyboard, nearly all writers quit at some point, but how do you know when to quit writing? Answer these 5 questions to gain clarity.

From Page to Screen: How to Adapt Your Novel Into a Screenplay

From Page to Screen: How to Adapt Your Novel Into a Screenplay

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 16, 2024 | Promotion, Writing Craft

Discover the important differences between writing for the page and the screen and find out how to turn your novel into a screenplay

Chrome Extensions Every Author Needs in 2024

Chrome Extensions Every Author Needs in 2024

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 10, 2024 | Productivity

Find out which Chrome extensions can make you more productive, improve your writing, and give you more time to write in 2024.

Publishing Industry Secrets Revealed at the Penguin Random House Trial

Publishing Industry Secrets Revealed at the Penguin Random House Trial

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 3, 2024 | News, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

These secrets of the publishing industry offer important points for all authors to consider as they choose a publishing path.

How to Write for American Readers – An Author’s Guide to  America’s Regional Cultures

How to Write for American Readers – An Author’s Guide to America’s Regional Cultures

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Dec 13, 2023 | Branding, Platform, Writing Craft

To write for American readers, you must understand which American readers you’re targeting. Learn how American culture differs by region so you can write what resonates.

How to Publish Your Book as an Audiobook With Scott Sigler 

How to Publish Your Book as an Audiobook With Scott Sigler 

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 29, 2023 | Audiobook Publishing, Independent Publishing, Publishing

The booming audiobook market is prompting many authors to consider publishing their own audiobooks. Discover how to get your book on audio and increase your sales.

Time-Saving Tools for Authors

Time-Saving Tools for Authors

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 22, 2023 | Independent Publishing, Publishing

If you’re losing time or simply want to fine-tune your writing systems, check out these time-saving tools for authors.

How to Successfully Self Publish Your Book with James Blatch

How to Successfully Self Publish Your Book with James Blatch

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 15, 2023 | Independent Publishing, Publishing

Learn the seven critical steps to successfully self-publishing your book, and find out how to excel at each step of the process.

Black Friday Book Promotion Tips for Authors

Black Friday Book Promotion Tips for Authors

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 8, 2023 | Email Marketing, Independent Publishing, Promotion

Eight tips and three warnings to help you make the most of your Black Friday book promotion and marketing plan.

How to Protect Your Writing From Reputation Theft

How to Protect Your Writing From Reputation Theft

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 1, 2023 | Business Advice, Independent Publishing, Publishing

Learn how to protect your writing from copyright infringement and which legal tools help you deal with AI-generated fraudulent versions of your books.

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