Becoming BulletProof: Resource Center
Ready to learn more about writing, editing, publishing, and book marketing? Whether you’re an indie author or a communications team member, my collection of resources will help you take your skills to the next level. Let’s make your writing bulletproof!
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Why Collaboration Is Key to Better Writing and Editing
Discover how collaboration with an editor can boost quality, consistency, and efficiency for authors and small-business content teams.
Writing
Build a Better Budget: A Realistic Look at Publishing Costs
Publishing your work is a multistage journey that should be reflected in your budget. It’s possible to publish a book with no financial outlays, but that’s not realistic, even if
Can I Really Publish My Book for Free?
It’s possible to publish a book for free; however, “free” would only apply in the sense that you didn’t exchange any funds. The investment of your time and effort would
Trade Journals: Get Your Book in the Spotlight
A trade journal is a journal or magazine written for members of a particular profession. You’ve probably heard of medical journals, but did you know that the publishing industry has
Flexibility in Editing? It’s Essential, Not a Dream.
One thing I love about writing is its flexibility. There’s more than one way to create content, work on a manuscript, or publish your work. We have different style guides
Editing
What Goes into an Editing Quote?
If you’ve shopped around for an editor, you may have received several quotes for your project, and they were probably all different. Have you ever wondered why there is such
Style Sheets: Small Documents with a Big Impact
Not everyone is familiar with style sheets, but if you come from a communications or small-business background, you may have used a branding guide. Businesses use branding guides to keep
Teamwork: It’s Not Just for Athletes
Writing can feel like a very solitary pursuit, but it doesn’t have to be. See how teaming up with a professional editor can take your writing to the next level.
Changes, Edits, and Resolutions
Sometimes potential clients email me a section of their project and ask what kind of changes I would make if I were their editor. When I send back my sample
Publishing
Profitable Pages: Converting Your Book to Paid Speaking Gigs
When I attended the Women in Publishing Summit in March, a big theme I noticed during our networking sessions was that authors are concerned about how much it costs to
Maximizing Investments: Take Your Writing to the Next Level
Writing is a journey, whether you’re working on a magazine or a manuscript. As with any journey, you need a strategy, time, supplies, and support to make your adventure successful
Copyright Law Boundaries: What Writers Need to Know
A copyright is a wonderful thing, but it has its limits. Remember, your registered copyright protects only your intellectual property. So what falls outside of that protection? Can you add
Copyright 101: Protecting Your Rights in the Digital Age
“Do I need a copyright?” I’m always surprised by how many writers ask me that. Writing is hard work. Every author knows that. You put in time and energy to
Marketing
5 Ways Writers Can Profit from Speaking Gigs
Speaking engagements are a natural way for authors to profit from their material. As we discussed last month, your book or articles can be an excellent source of income, but
Profitable Pages: Converting Your Book to Paid Speaking Gigs
When I attended the Women in Publishing Summit in March, a big theme I noticed during our networking sessions was that authors are concerned about how much it costs to
Publishing Imprints: Unlocking Opportunities for Your Brand
Imprints are a big part of the publishing world for all authors, traditional and indie alike. But how you use an imprint depends on your particular publishing goals. Every author
Build a Better Budget: Accounting for Design & Marketing Costs
Publishing a book is a multistage journey that should be reflected in your budget. Although you can publish your work for free, that’s not a realistic option. Most of your