How Much Does Self-Publishing Cost?

How Much Does Self-Publishing Cost?

People often underestimate how much publishing a book can cost (both in time and money). Some may be able to cut costs by not hiring editors, formatters, and/or cover designers and doing it all themselves, but the results tend to be lower quality (unless those skills...
The Road to Success as an Author

The Road to Success as an Author

Greetings, fellow book enthusiasts! I am Claire E. Jones, an author of queer fantasy romance and a mentor dedicated to guiding aspiring writers on their literary journeys. Today, I am excited to delve into a recurring conversation that often shapes the paths of...
Book Publishing 101

Book Publishing 101

Greetings, readers! I am Claire E. Jones, a queer fantasy romance author and a guiding light for writers venturing into the realm of sharing their creations with the world. Today, we are going to delve deep into the diverse publishing options available in...
How to Build a Personal Brand as an Author

How to Build a Personal Brand as an Author

Greetings, fellow creatives! I am delighted to delve into a topic that often sparks intriguing conversations and inquiries—building personal brands as authors. I aim to shed light on the distinction between skill-based and personality-based branding strategies,...
Which Self-Publishing Platform Is the Best?

Which Self-Publishing Platform Is the Best?

There are a whole range of publishing platforms available to those of us who wish to self-publish our book(s). Simply search “Self Publishing Platforms” online and you will find a list of articles touting: “The 17 BEST Self-Publishing Companies of 2024”, “8 Best Free...