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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How to Build a Collaborative Relationship with Your Editor
Working with an editor can feel like a big step—whether you’re a small business polishing your marketing copy or an indie author preparing your manuscript for publication. The right editor is more than a proofreader; they’re a partner who helps
Writing
How to Incorporate Audiobooks into Your Marketing Plan
The growing audiobook market provides authors a fantastic way to reach new audiences. But how do you use your audiobook in your marketing plan? The audio production process is filled
Embrace the Audio Boom: Audiobooks as a New Income Stream
Looking for ways to grow your author income? Create another income stream and reach new audiences without having to create new content—all through audiobooks.
From Good to Great: Why Good Writers Still Need Editors
A few weeks ago, my dad asked how my latest editing project was going. So I told him a bit about the report I had just finished—the topic, length, number
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
Editing
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
Track Changes: How to Use Microsoft’s Powerful Editing Feature
During the hiring or onboarding process, your editor mentioned that they would send you an annotated copy of your document, or a Track Changes file. But even if you’re an
Worried about Working with an Editor?
Sometimes, writers are nervous about sharing their work with editors. If an author hasn’t worked with an editor before, or if they had a bad experience with an editor previously,
What to Consider When Looking for an Editor
You spent time writing and revising—now you’re looking for an editor. But where are you looking? Are you ready to interview candidates? Editing is an investment, so finding the right
Publishing
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
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
Marketing
How to Leverage Book Awards in Your Marketing Plan
No matter what kind of writing you do, all authors can agree on one thing: book marketing is hard. But there is a strategy you can use that pays off
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