There are many ways to read a book. Reading for enjoyment and reading for education are two approaches one might take. As a book publisher, when I read books, I analyze the qualities that sell them. With reading unpublished manuscripts and published books alike, I ask myself the following series of questions: What is this […]
Read more "How to Read Like a Book Publisher"I publish and sell books for living, so this question is always at the top of my mind. Over the years, I’ve observed a few key factors that directly influence book sales and it is information that I want all of the authors I work with to understand. Ranked in order of importance they are: […]
Read more "What Sells A Book?"I recently participated in a publishing panel and was asked the question: Have you ever had to reject a friend’s submission? And what’s the best way to handle that? None of us on the panel actually got around to answering, so I thought I’d blog about it.
Read more "How To Reject A Friend’s Book"Do you write fiction? Do you want to improve your craft? Fall is a great season for taking a writing workshop! Quality content is not usually cheap, but investing in the right classes can not only provide you with valuable insight and personal direction, it can also potentially lead to meaningful connections with peers and professionals within the industry that can last well beyond the duration of the class. Any investment in self improvement is usually a good one, but with so many platforms available online, it can be difficult to know what will be worth your time and money. Here are my top three recommendations:
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