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...

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...

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 today's...

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,...

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...

What can a hybrid publisher offer you that self-publishing cannot? When writers are trying to decide which way to go when publishing their books, many are confused by the vast array of differences that exist between hybrid publishers, vanity presses, and/or small...

Are you thinking about self-publishing a book, but don’t know where to start or what to do in what order? You’ve come to the right place. I’ve been in the small business and entrepreneurship space for almost 20 years now and have created, maintained, and optimized...