The internet has revolutionized the book publishing industry, and Amazon Unlimited is one of its biggest disruptors. Amazon’s subscription-based model offers readers unlimited access to a library of ebooks and audiobooks. And while this has been a great opportunity for readers, it can be a trap for indie authors who aren’t aware of its limitations. …
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When it comes to publishing your book, there are two paths you can choose: Traditional Publishing or Self Publishing. Traditional publishing has been around for centuries and involves working with a publisher to publish your book. Traditional publishing has the advantage of having access to experienced editors, marketing teams, and established distribution networks which can …
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For the past decade, I have worked a 9-5 job. I gave it my all. In the beginning, it was easy. I was single, had very few responsibilities, and loved the work. But as time went on, things changed. I met my wonderful husband, I bought a few houses and cars, I had a daughter, …
This guest post is brought to you by Judy Baker with Book Marketing Mentor. Who do you trust? What was the reason you trusted that person? Did they do something for you? Are you in a group with them? Do you both belong to a club or an association? Over time, have they shown …
I’ve been really into self-help books lately. I’ve picked up a few, including You Are Awesome by Neil Pasricha and Dare to Lead by Brene Brown. I always thought they were a bit corny. But boy, oh boy, was I wrong. In the two books I have read, I have learned more about my emotional …
At this point, I think everyone knows that I have been off work for mental health reasons. I’ve been on a journey of healing for what feels like a long time now, yet it is still a challenge that I face every day. Like any illness, healing takes time. It won’t happen overnight and there …
When I started writing the first book of the Gatlin Series, it was never supposed to be a series. It began as a game that wasn’t meant to exceed 10,000 words. Then, suddenly, I had this chapter book taking formation, and my fingers were mad dashing across the keyboard for eight hours a day. The …
For the past two years, I have struggled to see beyond today. It’s like looking forward was too scary, and looking backward wasn’t an option. It left me in a spot that was pessimistic and wary. Don’t get me wrong, there is power in living in the now, but it wasn’t that for me. It’s …
It’s been a hot minute since I wrote a blog about my mental health, so here we go again. Some of you may be growing weary of the topic, but let me tell you, there is no one warier than me. I’m tired. It feels like a constant daily battle to win over the negative …
What makes me feel like an author? Was it the actual writing? How about typing THE END on books 1-3 of the Gatlin series? How about when it was actually published? Nope! My first real author feeling was when I went to a local book club and spoke about The Defender. That was the first …