Authors who focus on nonfiction writing often enjoy the learning aspect in doing the research and gathering their information together before they begin. For example writing a business book requires hours of research and combing through books, articles and online resources in order to ensure that facts and other data included in the book are accurate. A quote by Janine …
Every person potential has a book inside them just waiting to burst out. Think of your own life experiences. What have you seen heart, learned, experienced that others have not? What dreams or ideas have you had throughout your life? What goals have to accomplished? Where have you traveled? All of these things and more can potentially provide fodder for …
There is good news is that smaller book sellers have begun a slow comeback. This provides opportunity for local owners, their community and customers in their areas. Rick Townley recently wrote and article that appears in the Washington Times titled Independent bookstores are making a comeback. He touts the comeback of many independent bookstores after declining sales and store closings for years. He attributes this trend …
Recent information released by Bowker indicates that the number of self published titles in the United States jumped to more than 391,000 in 2012. This is an increase of 59 percent over 2011 and 422 percent over 2007. Additionally, eBooks continue to gain on print, comprising 40 percent of the ISBNs that were self-published in 2012, moving up from just 11 percent in …
There is no doubt that e-books have taken a sound market share away from print publications. The number of books being offered in electronic format has grown around the globe each year in recent years. With the continuing development and marketing of electronic reader and software this trend is not likely to subside. As a result of the significant changes …
Editors are NOT one size fits all. Just as your works are unique to you, your style, your presentation of the materials, your editor should be an asset to the project and help you polish your work to the gem your audience expects. Here are 3 keys in choosing the right Editor for YOUR work: Your editor should be well …
I just read an interesting article on EzineArticles.com that reminded me of similar ones that I’ve read in the past regarding the level to which many writers create articles and other material. The article is titled EzineArticles Asks: What Reading Level Should You Target? The premise of the piece is that many writers do not think about their audience and their …
As an author, deciding how to best get your book published can be a challenging and stressful decision. That is because, unlike years ago when an aspiring author wrote a manuscript, got an agent and found a traditional publishing house to get their “baby” into print, times have changed. Today there are more options. All of which have pros and …
Various studies indicate that the sale of eBooks continue to remain a large percentage of total book sales in the United States. While publishers continue to print books, and in many instances shift to Print on Demand (POD) their product to market, many are also switching to electronic book format. In some instances this is to help reduce costs, speed delivery of books …
I have been asked many times about best way to identify a book topic and organize nonfiction content for books that are written for professionals or people seeking self-improvement. Like every other aspect of writing, my answer is often, “It depends…”. That is because each writer is unique in their knowledge and experience level, personality, writing ability, and the way they approach a project. The …