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.
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.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Aug 23, 2023 | Book Design , Business Advice , Independent Publishing , Publishing
Learn how running your own independent publishing company compares with publishing with a small house and how you can start your own company.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 19, 2023 | News
Find out how the actors and screenwriters strikes will affect authors and provide some unprecedented opportunities.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 5, 2023 | Business Advice , Promotion , Publishing
If your publishing journey is sapping your bank account, learn how working as an author assistant will help you earn and learn simultaneously.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 22, 2022 | Business Advice
There’s an old saying that the way to make a small fortune in publishing is to start with a large fortune. While the early days of publishing favored independently wealthy authors, things have changed. Publishing may be cheaper than it once was, but it’s not...
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Sep 7, 2022 | Advertising , Email Marketing , Promotion
Find out how authors who take advantage of affiliate marketing opportunities can earn income even before their books are published.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Sep 2, 2022 | Author Websites , Promotion
A step-by-step guide for setting up your Amazon Associate account so you can earn money through affiliate links on your author website.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Aug 17, 2022 | Audiobook Publishing , Publishing
Learn how to find and work with a narrator to produce your audiobook.
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.
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.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 20, 2022 | Platform , Public Speaking
Tips and advice for securing your first speaking engagement, nailing your presentation, selling books, and getting invited back.
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.
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.
by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 3, 2021 | Business Advice , Publishing
Find out who should register the copyright for a book, why it may be important, and when is the best time to do it.