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Getting your book into readers' hands doesn't need to be confusing, complicated, or frustrating.

Getting your book into readers' hands doesn't need to be confusing, complicated, or frustrating.
All you need is a guide to keep you from learning painful lessons the hard way.
Thomas Umstattd brings you a wealth of information,
wherever you are in your writing journey.
BUILD YOUR PLATFORM
How can readers buy your book if they don't know who you are?
PUBLISH YOUR BOOK
Readers can't buy a book that doesn't exist.
PROMOTE YOUR BOOK
The more readers you get, the faster word of mouth spreads.

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