The Climate Pandemic is Dennis Meredith’s latest nonfiction release. Dennis is an award-winning author of science fiction and nonfiction. He’s also a member of the Society of Environmental Journalists and the National Association of Science Writers. While hiking one day, Dennis came to a mountain ridge overlooking a major freeway, and from that vantage point, he beheld a massive traffic jam, with the majority of cars holding only the driver. In his words, “Each had elected to burn carbon-dioxide-spewing fuel and wear out their car, regardless of the climate consequences. That sight prompted me ..read more

It seems like every year, more and more scams are making the rounds, especially in the self-publishing world. Indie authors are often targeted because of their vulnerability. That’s why it’s important to learn about the self-publishing industry before shelling out any money. This post by no means covers everything you need to avoid scammers, but it’ll at least equip you with a few tips on what to watch out for and how to arm yourself against being taken advantage of. Know and understand the services you need. Before hunting through services, know what you need. Take the time to understand what ..read more

When I was twenty-two years old, I was spending my summer weekends on Fire Island, (a trendy vacation spot for New Yorkers—more shabby than chic). It was fun in the sun with parties and gourmet dinners on the beach. Even more perfect, I started dating an “older” man. I was simply crazy about him. One afternoon he said to me, “Jane, if you learn how to scuba dive, I will take you to the Caribbean.” So, of course, I jumped into the pool at the NYC YWCA and earned my scuba certification. As December rolled around, we planned a serious scuba-diving/romantic seven-day vacation in the Caribbean. I w ..read more

No matter what stage of the publishing process you’re in, you likely have questions and need answers. Naturally, you’ll face some confusion, especially with all the varied advice and information out there. In fact, authors searching for answers often only come up with more questions. There’s no need to wonder why many authors become overwhelmed. That’s where author coaching comes in. Author coaching can help you succeed by giving you the advice you need to make informed decisions and avoid detrimental mistakes. Ideally, an author coach is an experienced professional who knows the ins and outs ..read more

Between copyediting and proofreading, there’s another phase of the publishing process that you may or may not be familiar with: Typesetting. If you have any questions about typesetting, by the end of this blog post, you’ll have a better understanding of this part of the process and why it should be taken seriously. What is typesetting? Typesetting is the process of arranging text on a book page in preparation for printing. Before the process became digital, this was accomplished manually. Now, it’s completed with specialized software. It may also be referred to as “formatting” (though this is ..read more

Between copyediting and proofreading, there’s another phase of the publishing process that you may or may not be familiar with: Typesetting. If you have any questions about typesetting, by the end of this blog post, you’ll have a better understanding of this part of the process and why it should be taken seriously. What is typesetting? Typesetting is the process of arranging text on a book page in preparation for printing. Before the process became digital, this was accomplished manually. Now, it’s completed with specialized software. It may also be referred to as “formatting” (though this is ..read more

Written by a Champagne-lover for Champagne-lovers, Press for Champagne: A Guide To Enjoying The World’s Greatest Sparkling Wine by Christopher S. Ruhland is a drinker’s guide designed to heighten your understanding and appreciation of Champagne. Although Ruhland is also the author of a successful traditionally published book, he decided to self-publish Press for Champagne because he wanted the freedom to write the guide he felt other wine drinkers would find informative and fun, not one that fits within a specific formula. Ruhland’s main goal for his book was to help people maximize their enjo ..read more

It’s said there are two types of writers: pantsers and plotters. Pantsers basically just wing it. They write whatever their heart desires and see where their characters take them. Plotters plan out their stories before starting the adventure of writing. They typically create some form of an outline and use that to guide their writing. While pantsers seem to have more fun and can be successful, plotters tend to not write themselves into a corner as easily . . . sometimes at the expense of spontaneity. Then, of course, there’s a middle ground: Some writers create a general outline and then allow ..read more

So, your book has been written and now you’re beginning the next leg of your publishing journey: preparing your manuscript for publication. One of the biggest mistakes authors make when preparing their book—aside from attempting to do it alone—is hiring unqualified and/or inexperienced people to handle their manuscripts. Oftentimes, authors choose these individuals over experts because of the cost. Cheaper isn’t always better. In general, it costs more to hire true professionals than it does to hire amateurs, but what many authors overlook is the fact that in the long run, investing in quality ..read more

Many entrepreneurs wonder whether writing a book would be worth their time and money. In this blog post, we’ll address why writing a book is in your best interest and how you can use a book to grow your business and increase your profits. Writing a book can… Establish yourself as an expert in your field and build trust with potential customers. Before a customer purchases a product or service, it’s important for there to be some level of trust in the company. Writing a book can help provide that. It carries even more weight than a blog. While having a blog is a great way to connect with clie ..read more