While self-publishing has opened up brand new opportunities for authors, it has also created new chances for big publishing mistakes. Anyone can self-publish. This is what is so revolutionary about the changes to the publishing industry in recent years. But one thing that is clear, not everyone can self-publish well. Without either the scrutiny or […]
Getting professional book reviews is an essential step in the marketing and promotion process for authors. Professional Book Reviews are an Important First Step Positive feedback from others, especially if they are an authority on the subject, is one of the keys to getting readers to take a chance on your book. Between consumer reviews, […]
Publish book covers that will add value to your product. Graphic designers are everywhere. How do you know that you have picked the correct designer for your book cover? What is the difference between a low-cost designer and a professional designer with years of experience at Big 5 publishing houses such as Random House? Izzard […]
Have you decided to write a non-fiction book, but aren’t sure how to go about doing research? From methods to organization, non-fiction research forms the backbone of good non-fiction writing. After all, it’s all about offering your readers information on the topic, in an interesting, engaging, and organized way. So much of this process starts […]
When you’re getting ready to write a novel, background research might not be the first thing on your mind. After all, that’s why you’re writing fiction, right? But even for most novels, some fiction research ahead of time adds a sense of reality to your story that will help readers get immersed in your world. […]
What is Amazon SEO Search engine optimization (SEO) is the art of using keywords to ensure your content appears as close to the top of search results as possible. Anyone selling a product or producing content online should understand the basics of SEO. But for authors marketing a self-published book, SEO is one of the […]
Joining a Writing Group Writing is the quintessential solo pursuit. When it comes to writing, at least as you get started, you’ll have to act as your own boss, cheerleader, editor, reviewer, employee, and more. Even writers that wisely decide to seek feedback from others, or hire professional help for a book project, will normally […]
Self-Publishing Business Plan These days, publishing a book is incredibly simple. But publishing a successful one is not. Just because you can publish your book with no help from experts doesn’t mean that you should. Have you thought about a self-publishing business plan? In this past December’s EliteWire podcast, Izzard Ink founder Tim McConnehey spoke […]
Over the years we have identified the 10 Secrets To A Bestseller. Each “secret” makes up a 10 step process on how to publish a book that can compete in an overcrowded marketplace to become a bestseller.1. Do Your ResearchPublishing a book requires some due diligence. Even before completing a rough draft of your manuscript, research […]
A book publisher once asked, “Why are school textbooks so boring”? Answer: Facts tell, but stories sell. If you want a book that sells because people enjoy it, not because the government is paying for it to be in schools, then tell the best story you can. This includes editing it ruthlessly. A Book Publisher […]
