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How to Crowdfund Your Book

How to Crowdfund Your Book

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Aug 3, 2022 | Crowdfunding, Publishing

Learn how to solve your cash flow problem with these tips for crowdfunding your book before it’s published.

How to Diversify Your Income as an Author

How to Diversify Your Income as an Author

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 27, 2022 | Audiobook Publishing, Business Advice, Publishing

Few authors make a living on book sales alone. Learn how Joanna Penn generates income from over 120 writing-related sources.

Hybrid Publishing

Hybrid Publishing

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 13, 2022 | Business Advice, Independent Publishing, Promotion, Publishing

Is working with a hybrid publisher the right decision for you? Learn the pros and cons of hybrid publishing and how to explore your options.

How to Record Your Own Audiobook Using Hindenburg Narrator

How to Record Your Own Audiobook Using Hindenburg Narrator

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 22, 2022 | Audiobook Publishing, Publishing

According to The NPD Group, ebook sales for traditionally published books went down in the first half of 2021. Meanwhile, the most recent data for audiobooks states that sales are up by 12%.   Do I need an audio version of my book? The data is clear. You...
7 Business Mistakes That Ruin Author Careers

7 Business Mistakes That Ruin Author Careers

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 15, 2022 | Business Advice, Publishing

Having an author business plan can save you time and money. Learn the most common business mistakes authors make and how you can avoid them.

How to Get the Most Out of Scrivener

How to Get the Most Out of Scrivener

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | May 25, 2022 | Book Design, Publishing, Writing Craft

Scrivener is a popular writing software for authors. Learn about some of its best features in our interview with David Lee Martin.

Why do good books fail to sell while poorly written books fly off the shelves?

Why do good books fail to sell while poorly written books fly off the shelves?

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | May 12, 2022 | Marketing Psychology, Promotion, Strategy, Writing Craft

Learn the 3 reasons some average books are perennial bestsellers while other well-written books aren’t.

Innovative Indie Marketing with S.D. Smith

Innovative Indie Marketing with S.D. Smith

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 29, 2022 | Independent Publishing, Publishing, Strategy

Independent authors need marketing tools and skills to be successful. Learn how one indie author reduced his reliance on gatekeepers and sold books directly to his readers.

Effective Book Cover Design

Effective Book Cover Design

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 23, 2022 | Book Design, Publishing

A bad book cover can ruin all your marketing efforts. Learn what makes a good book cover in this interview with a top cover designer.

How to Launch Your Book on a Budget

How to Launch Your Book on a Budget

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Feb 23, 2022 | Business Advice, Promotion, Strategy

Is your book launch budget filled with expenses or investments? Learn how and where to spend your time and money to get the greatest return.

Everything Authors Need to Know About Writing in Atticus

Everything Authors Need to Know About Writing in Atticus

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 26, 2022 | Book Design, Publishing, Writing Craft

Authors typically use different software tools for everything from plotting to typesetting. But now authors can use one efficient multitool from start to finish.

How to Write More Productively

How to Write More Productively

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 19, 2022 | Productivity, Publishing, Writing Craft

If you need a plan and process for writing books, learn the secret to writing multiple books every year in this interview with author Angela Hunt.

How to Write Short Stories with James Scott Bell

How to Write Short Stories with James Scott Bell

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 5, 2022 | Publishing, Writing Craft

Learn to write short stories that readers crave. One of the best authors in the world, bestselling author James Scott Bell, teaches us how.

7 Things Santa Can Teach Authors About Book Marketing

7 Things Santa Can Teach Authors About Book Marketing

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Dec 15, 2021 | Productivity, Promotion, Publishing

Seven book marketing lessons from Santa for Authors

What Every Author Needs to Know About Cyber Security

What Every Author Needs to Know About Cyber Security

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Dec 8, 2021 | Author Websites, Business Advice, Platform

Every author needs cyber security. Discover which of your vectors are most vulnerable to attack and how you can protect them.

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