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Category: Publishing & Marketing

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November 22, 2024November 22, 2024Publishing & Marketing

Author Tip: How Amazon Book Reviews Unlock Marketing Benefits

Book reviews are valuable for both authors and potential new readers. As an award-winning self-published author with three books already […]

Award-winning author and artist Sara A. Noe in her booth at the Chesterton European Market
September 30, 2024September 30, 2024On the Topic of Writing, Publishing & Marketing

60+ Quality Blog Post Topics and Ideas for Fiction Authors

My blog has been in existence for eight and a half years, even though my first novel was published two […]

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September 9, 2024September 9, 2024On the Topic of Writing, Publishing & Marketing

Indie Authors: If You Can Invest in Only ONE Thing for Your Book…

I meet a lot of people at markets, festivals, and conventions. I also meet a lot of aspiring authors at […]

August 5, 2024August 5, 2024On the Topic of Writing, Publishing & Marketing

Should Fiction Authors Have a Blog? 5 Benefits of Blogging

I published my first fantasy novel in 2018. Now, I’m preparing to publish my fourth book in the award-winning Chronicles […]

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June 20, 2024June 20, 2024Entrepreneurship, On the Topic of Writing, Publishing & Marketing

Mindful Blogging: Prioritizing Quality Over Quantity

I produce a fair amount of content every month. In addition to publishing a minimum of two blog posts here […]

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May 6, 2024May 6, 2024On the Topic of Writing, Publishing & Marketing

Should Authors Read Fanfiction of Their Work?

This topic came up recently in a conversation, so I thought I would take an extra moment to write about […]

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April 1, 2024April 1, 2024Publishing & Marketing

Publishing 101: What Is the Cost of Self-Publishing a Book?

Self-publishing, also known as independent (indie) publishing, has come a long way over the last decade. It’s completely disrupted the […]

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December 27, 2023January 16, 2025On the Topic of Writing, Publishing & Marketing, Top Posts

2024 Literary and Book-Themed Holidays for Your Calendar

Hello, fellow book dragons, writers, and bibliophiles! Looking to fill up your 2024 calendar with book-themed holidays to celebrate? I’ve […]

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December 4, 2023December 4, 2023Entrepreneurship, Publishing & Marketing

3 Ways Indie Authors Can Make Extra Money with Their Website

If you’re an indie author, you know just how much time, hard work, and hustle it takes to sell your […]

Author and artist Sara A. Noe as a vendor behind her booth
September 27, 2023September 27, 2023Publishing & Marketing

The #1 Rookie Mindset That Serious Vendors Must Overcome

The purpose of this article is to share advice with creative entrepreneurs who are serious about building a sustainable business. […]

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