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Indie Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing

Indie Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Feb 19, 2025 | Publishing

Indie or traditional publishing? Hear from one author who experienced both and made a surprising decision.

The Powerful Nonfiction Pitching Recipe That Works for Both Fiction and Nonfiction 

The Powerful Nonfiction Pitching Recipe That Works for Both Fiction and Nonfiction 

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 5, 2024 | Promotion, Publishing

Learning the formula for creating a compelling pitch that resonates with readers is key to selling your book. Learn four formats that can work for your nonfiction pitch.

How to Convince Readers to Read *Your* Book Next

How to Convince Readers to Read *Your* Book Next

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 12, 2023 | Copywriting, Promotion

Learn five steps to creating a compelling pitch that will pique the interest of publishers, agents, editors and readers.

How to Find a Good Literary Agent – with Mary DeMuth

How to Find a Good Literary Agent – with Mary DeMuth

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Oct 12, 2022 | Publishing, Traditional Publishing

To be published by a traditional publisher, you must find a good literary agent. Mary DeMuth shares tips on finding and retaining an agent.

How to Market Your Book in a Recession (Preview)

How to Market Your Book in a Recession (Preview)

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Aug 31, 2022 | Promotion

Find out what you’re missing in our patrons-only episodes and learn how to get access to tools, agents, and significant discounts.

7 Kinds of Indie Authors

7 Kinds of Indie Authors

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 16, 2021 | Business Advice, Independent Publishing, Publishing

Find out which kind of indie author you are and which sales strategies and promotional tools will work best for you.

How to Get Published with a Traditional Publishing House

How to Get Published with a Traditional Publishing House

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Sep 30, 2020 | Business Advice, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

Before you sign a book contract with a traditional publisher, you need to know these seven important steps.

How David Rawlings Broke Into the US Market Despite Living Overseas (Case Study)

How David Rawlings Broke Into the US Market Despite Living Overseas (Case Study)

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Feb 11, 2019 | Publishing, Traditional Publishing

Australian novelist David Rawlings secured an American agent and publisher from 7,500 miles away. In this article, he shares his best tips for new authors.

How to Spot a Publishing Scam

How to Spot a Publishing Scam

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 17, 2018 | Business Advice, Independent Publishing, PR, Promotion, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

In this Novel Marketing Podcast episode, we are going to talk about publishing scams and how to avoid them. Don’t get bamboozled by a charlatan!

How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Aug 1, 2016 | Conference Tips, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

Find out what literary agents are looking for in new authors and how you can increase your chances of signing with an agent.

How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

082 – How to Get an Agent

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 16, 2016 | Business Advice, Conference Tips, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

Find out how to get an agent and leverage their expertise in the publishing industry. Learn how a great agent can boost your career.

How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

Six Proven Methods for Creating Maximum Impact at Writing Conferences

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 6, 2015 | Conference Tips, Publishing

Many independent authors might think they don’t need to attend a conference, but if you’re looking to secure a traditional publishing deal, access bookstores, or make industry connections, conferences are one of the best places to meet editors, agents, and other...
How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

039 – How Writers Should Market Themselves to Editors With Karen Ball

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 29, 2014 | Publishing, Traditional Publishing

In this episode, we talk with agent and former editor Karen Ball.
How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

What is a Literary Agent and Do You Still Need One?

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jun 9, 2014 | Business Advice, Conference Tips, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

Learn why you might need a literary agent and what they can offer to authors navigating the publishing industry.

How to Get an Agent With Rachelle Gardner

005 – You Are Watched by Editors and Agents – How to Make Them Like What They See

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 4, 2013 | Conference Tips, Publishing

Find out how to make a good impression with editors and agents and learn how to connect at writers conferences.

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