by Cindy Sproles @CindyDevoted I wanted this post to be relaxed and personal. The things I want to chat about are not craft-directed, but “author” personal. So, grab your cup of Joe, and let's talk reader care. As writers, we're told continually to build our platform, but we hear little…

by Ane Mulligan  @AneMulligan Congratulations! You finished your manuscript. That's so exciting! At the conference you went to, an agent (or editor) you pitched asked to see the full manuscript. When you got home, you polished it and sent it off. Now what? How do you do pass the time,…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson I began writing like most of you did—as a creative outlet—a way to process the world around me. I kept diaries, started stories and books, played around with articles. But all of these efforts had one thing in common. They were written out of my own…

by Maggie Wallem Rowe  Whether you are traditionally, hybrid, or self-published, what author doesn’t want to sell more books? It’s a financial boon to your publisher and certainly a blessing to you as the writer (not to mention your readers.) I’ve had a national speaking and drama ministry for the…

By Dr. Chrissy Whiting-Madison @joyfulgurly If you’ve ever published a book or you are even just considering publishing your book of poems, self-help suggestions or novel, you have more than likely heard the expression, “your book is your business card.” Is Your Book Really Your Business Card? The simple answer…

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills The holiday season means new ways to market and promote you and your book while seeking to meet reader needs. We look around us and the excitement for the upcoming events can be overwhelming, but let it not be so! The following tips to launch your…