I am finally doing a print version of my book on public speaking (are you ready to give a talk at your book launch, or to give an acceptance speech for a writing award? ) The print version blurb will obviously have to be shorter than the ebook one so I am wondering which parts to include, which to exclude and what the tagline should be. I would like input on whether a good review from a professional speaker, a... Request for Input on blurb for a NON-FICTION book ..read more

Has anyone heard of or used this company "Author Marketing Experts" for promotion? http://www.amarketingexpert.com Would love some feedback. Thanks ..read more

So, with Smashwords and D2D now merged, I'd love to be able to upload my own cleanly-formatted EPUB for distribution from D2D and dispense with the extra step of the Word document. However, my file isn't passing Epubcheck and D2D says they won't distribute it to most retailers if it can't pass. I've worked through and corrected most of the errors on my own, but I'm stuck at this last one (see image below): Can anyone at least give me a hint where I should... Epubcheck help ..read more

Hi this is Khadeeja. I'm a book editor with two years of experience working with authors around the globe. I'm passionate about helping authors bring their stories to life. ????????????: ► Inline Comments with my honest reactions ►Detailed Feedback Report with Q/A and Suggestions & Ways of Improvement ►Overall View, (Book Review Bonus) ►Answering your questions and concerns, support after order completion. I usually provide overall and collective feedback report regarding aspects such as... Want Feedback on your book? Experienced Beta reader (Requests open ..read more

I am a first time author and will be self publishing my first novel in October. I am holding off the release because it is set at Halloween. I have the cover done and any day now will be receiving the final edited manuscript from my editor. As this weekend is half way to Halloween, I am planning my next 6 months. Originally I thought I was going to put it on pre-order May 1, but after reading a lot about how that is not the best plan for first time authors, I am having second thoughts. I... Debut Author questions on Cover Reveal & PreOrders for October Release ..read more

When it comes to discovering new authors, do you stick with the tried and true names or venture into uncharted territory with debut writers? Well, I'm the kind of person who explores both the fresh voices and the comfort of familiar favorites in the world of books. What about you guys? How do you discover new authors? Are you more likely to explore established authors or take a chance on debut writers? Share your opinion and reason ..read more

How much weight do you put on a book's cover and title when deciding whether to pick it up? Are you more likely to be drawn to a book with an eye-catching cover or an intriguing title? Share your thoughts and let's discuss the impact of these elements on our reading choices! I would love to hear your opinions and experiences regarding the role these elements play in influencing your reading decisions ..read more

Here's an interesting and depressing article about the state of publishing: No one buys books ..read more

Hi folks, I need to check the date I uploaded the latest update on my paperback manuscript on KDP, to double check I'm editing the most up to date iteration. Is there any way to do that ..read more

Amazon Unveils Kindle Weaver: The Future of Personalized Reading Revolutionary A.I. Turns Readers into Authors k-lytics.com A spoof but scary, nonetheless. And problem on the horizon ..read more