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Landing page optimization tips for authors
Landing page optimization tips for authors Many authors leave money on the table by not taking full advantage of the conversion--or "action power"--that landing pages can add to their website. Learn what authors need to know when adding landing pages to their blogs and websites. . . . Keep Reading
Choosing the right format for your book
Choosing the right format for your book Efficiency is central to becoming a published and profitable author. Whether you're writing e-books or books for the trade, efficiency begins by choosing a format that's practical for you. Here are 12 suggestions for choosing the easiest type of book to write. . . . Keep Reading
Author marketing tips for Twitter.com
Author marketing tips for Twitter.com Twitter.com costs nothing, but can help authors plan, write, promote, and profit from their books. Here is a brief introduction to getting started with Twitter, locating followers, and using Twitter to build your following both before, and after, your book appears. . . . Keep Reading
How to avoid 12 biggest mistakes of first-time authors
How to avoid 12 biggest mistakes of first-time authors Begin your journey to getting successfully published by avoiding the 12 biggest mistakes first-time authors make. The 12 mistakes made by first-time authors may be simple, but they're made over and over again. Learn what you should do instead of repeating the mistakes. . . . Keep Reading
12 essential characteristics of successful book titles
12 essential characteristics of successful book titles Choosing the right title for your nonfiction book is one of your most important tasks. This article reviews the essential characteristics of successful titles, so you can choose a title for your book that promises the right benefits, targets the right market, and positions your book apart from the competition. . . . Keep Reading
12 things literary agents want to know about you
12 things literary agents want to know about you How to prepare for the questions that literary agents are certain to ask you when you call or meet them, when seeking somone to represent you. . . . Keep Reading
Using a Google Calendar to find the time to write your book
Using a Google Calendar to find the time to write your book Use Google's free online calendar to find the time to write and keep your book on schedule. Use it to set aside time each day for one, or more, short working sessions. . . . Keep Reading
How to prevent, and cure, writer's block
How to prevent, and cure, writer's block Writer's Block doesn't have to occur. And, if it does occur, here are several tactics you can employ to quickly get your project moving again. . . . Keep Reading
Tip sheet marketing made easy
Tip sheet marketing made easy How to save time writing and producing tip sheets that sell books and attract clients . . . Keep Reading
How to put teleseminars to work as soon as possible
How to put teleseminars to work as soon as possible It's never too early to started using teleseminars to plan, write, promote, and profit from your book . . . Keep Reading
Tips for planning, promoting, and presenting teleseminars
Tips for planning, promoting, and presenting teleseminars Tips for getting your teleseminar series off to a great start . . . Keep Reading
How to get a head start planning and writing your book
How to get a head start planning and writing your book How to save time and get a head start on your proposal by using the table of contents template to plan your book's sections, chapters, and main points . . . Keep Reading
Ideas for tip sheet marketing
Ideas for tip sheet marketing 12 ways authors can put tip sheets to work attracting qualified prospects and building their e-mail marketing lists. . . . Keep Reading
Bill Hill's "The Magic of Reading"
Bill Hill's "The Magic of Reading" E-BOOK BONUS. This is a detailed and captivating summary of Microsoft's research into the psychology of reading and the design implications for e-books and documents intended for on-line and on-screen reading. . . . Keep Reading
Questions to ask your publisher after signing a contract, before beginning work
Questions to ask your publisher after signing a contract, before beginning work Before proceeding too far on your book, after obtaining a publishing contract, find out exactly how the publisher wants you to submit your manuscript. . . . Keep Reading
12 ways to promote your book while writing it
12 ways to promote your book while writing it Experienced authors understand that marketing and promotion must begin well in advance of a book's publication date. A lot can be done while writing your book. Here are 12 ways to build awareness and anticipation for your book while you're still writing it. . . . Keep Reading
Postcard marketing and promotion for authors
Postcard marketing and promotion for authors Postcard marketing remains alive and well in the Internet age. Here are 12 ways Authors can profit from the latest print-on-demand postcard printing and addressing, helping you build awareness for your book and thank audiences and readers for their support. . . . Keep Reading
12 elements of cover architecture
12 elements of cover architecture By providing your publisher with strong, concise, sales copy for your book's covers, you can enhance your possibilities of success. . . . Keep Reading
How to create a Published & Profitable binder
How to create a Published & Profitable binder How to make the most of Published & Profitable for a less than $10 investment at your local office products superstore as you begin to follow the 4 steps involved in planning, writing, promoting, and profiting your book. . . . Keep Reading
Download 2 free chapters of Design to Sell
Download 2 free chapters of Design to Sell Download 2 free chapters of my latest book, Design to Sell. Learn what design can, and cannot do, plus discover One-Page Newsletters. . . . Keep Reading
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