The Creative Penn

AUGUST 14, 2023

How can you create a book series that children love — and that you can expand into multiple streams of income? In the intro, investment firm KKR will buy Simon & Schuster [ Publishing Perspectives ]; Subscriber Surge Giveaways [ Written Word Media ]; Key Book Publishing Paths [ Jane Friedman ]. So welcome, Tonya.

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

I help business leaders chronicle their journeys by copywriting corporate books and ghostwriting memoirs and autobiographies. Corporate books can include the trajectory upward, from founding to Fortune 500 status. I either write or edit these amazing books for business clients or on behalf of authors who cover the topics below.

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Smart Blogger

AUGUST 11, 2023

Ever wondered how to self-publish a book in today’s ever-evolving digital world? What is Self-Publishing? Self-publishing is akin to being the captain of your ship. Now, what distinguishes self-publishing from its traditional counterpart? Why Consider Self-Publishing? Well, you’re not alone.

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Credible Content

JUNE 2, 2023

20 benefits of publishing a blog post every day. Publishing daily demonstrates valuable and fresh content, positively impacting search rankings. Consistent publishing builds audience loyalty and increases repeat visits. Blogging has become an integral part of online communication and content creation.

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Melanie Saxton

MARCH 28, 2023

Be inspired by The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival and seek a professional art book editor to assist with your book-writing project! It might just provide some inspiration for your arts-themed book. Are You in Need of a Professional Art Book Editor? The post Art Book Editor appeared first on Melanie Saxton Media.

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Jane Friedman

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

But I do believe in creative planning for authors, the kind of plan that recognises the power of the subconscious. Through my own experiences, and through observing tens of thousands of authors as director of The Alliance of Independent Authors, I’ve seen poor plans and no plans derail many books and authors. Or so I thought!

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Jane Friedman

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Recently an article was published at Vox titled “Everyone’s a sellout now.” This article makes the classic mistake of conflating all kinds of artists and creative industries and painting them all with the same brush. The agent or publisher has to have genuine enthusiasm for the story or writing itself.

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The Creative Penn

JANUARY 1, 2024

At the end of each year, I make a photobook, and I publish an article here, which helps keep me accountable. She’s also an award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and international professional speaker. Spear of Destiny , An ARKANE Thriller book 13 will be first, possibly launching in April/May. Show Notes J.F.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Another year ends, and once more, it's time to reflect on our creative goals. Thoughts on lighthouses and what yours might be, from The Comfort Book by Matt Haig quoting Anne Lamott; “We’re in an artist’s age now,” reflections on the changing author business model from Johnny B. Did you achieve everything you wanted to?

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Melanie Saxton

MARCH 29, 2023

Consider writing your arts-themed book, and count on me to assist with the artisan book editing process. I wondered about their decades spent as artisans and the stories they could tell — if they wrote a book. Indeed, artisans do write books, and artisan book editing is part of the process. What’s New this Year?

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 29, 2024

How can you connect to readers in a way that is sustainable for you and effective at selling books? In the intro, TikTok ban signed into law in the USA [ The Verge ]; No One Buys Books [ Elle Griffin ]; Please stop bashing book publishing [ Publishing Confidential ]; The Hotsheet ; Books sell, but book doesn't [ Seth Godin ].

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Freelance Writing Jobs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Too many creative writers neglect the basics of sales copywriting when writing for retail brands. Retail Copywriting vs. Creative Writing: 7 Differences to Consider Here are some things to consider if you’re a creative writer who is exploring retail copywriting for the first time. Retail clients have different needs.

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The Creative Penn

MAY 13, 2024

How can you blend ‘work for hire', ghostwriting, and being an indie author into a successful hybrid career writing books for children? Anderson's Kickstarter ; Penguin Random House launches internal ChatGPT tool for employees [ Publishers Lunch ]; 2024 is the year AI at work gets real [ Microsoft ]. Aubre Andrus gives her tips.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Another year ends, and once more, it's time to reflect on our creative goals. Books for authors — Joanna Penn. Embrace multi-passionate creativity — and optimize for curiosity — as we move into The Creative Future. The Creative Penn website and podcast. The end of my Books and Travel Podcast. Fiction as J.F.

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Smart Blogger

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Diving into the “novel vs book” debate isn’t just splitting hairs — it’s about getting to the heart of what we read and why it matters. Book or Novel? But if you’re seeking information, learning material, or practical advice, you’ll likely choose a nonfiction book. Why Does it Matter?

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Smart Blogger

APRIL 14, 2023

Here are a few to get you started: Four Way Books Prize $1000 Swamp Pink Prize $2000 Wergle Flump Humour Poetry Contest 1st Prize $2000 Already won a few creative writing competitions? Publish Personal Poetry Blog Blogging is a great way to make money if you know what you’re doing. Plus it’s simple.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 31, 2022

I am more excited than ever this year about the books I want to write and publish. Penn — Pilgrimage (and my first Kickstarter); Catacomb book, ARKANE 13, and some short stories. Penn — Pilgrimage (and my first Kickstarter); Catacomb book, ARKANE 13, and some short stories. Continue The Creative Penn Podcast.

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Words Matter by Wix

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

These are some of the best books to read about writing. The books listed below cover different aspects of writing, from creativity and inspiration, to advice from the experts, to , grammar and style : Writing Down the Bones , by Natalie Goldberg. Creativity and inspiration. Looking for more books on creativity?

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Jane Friedman

MAY 23, 2023

Cole ( @JoniBCole ) This story starts about eight years ago, with the arrival of a much anticipated email from the publishing house where the first edition of my book, Good Naked: How to Write More, Write Better, and Be Happier , was in production. This story comes to mind as I think about feedback during the publishing process.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 10, 2023

How will changes to the way people search impact book discoverability? What can authors and publishers do to ensure their books are still found in the new form of generative AI search? She’s also an award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and international professional speaker.

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 1, 2024

There are many options for book marketing, so how do you choose the right ones for you? I give my thoughts on the different polarities on the marketing scale to help you figure out what might work for your book, your stage on the author journey, and your lifestyle. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below.

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The Creative Penn

JULY 17, 2023

What are the pros and cons of traditional publishing vs self-publishing? How can you combine multiple options for a more creatively satisfying — and profitable — author career? So since then, I have published two thrillers , one was called Stolen Things , and one was called Hush Little Baby. Rachael Herron gives her tips.

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Make a Living Writing

JANUARY 10, 2023

If you not only love to be creative, but also love to help other people bring their creativity to life, you might be good at being a book writing coach. A good coach helps an author along their process of getting a book written and published. What is A Book Writing Coach? How to Become A Book Writing Coach.

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Make a Living Writing

AUGUST 21, 2023

These days, writers hoping to traditionally publish are encouraged to keep their day jobs. The big question is often, is book writing profitable? So yes, publishing books CAN be profitable. However, is this available for everyone who travels the traditional publishing route, or just a few outliers?

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

How can you reframe the direct author business model to take advantage of creative possibilities for different kinds of products and long-term marketing? His latest book is Direct Sales Mastery for Authors , co-written with Monica Leonelle, launching as this goes out on Kickstarter. So I started my first creative business in 2004.

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Jane Friedman

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Getting a traditional, “Big 5” book deal is almost unbelievably difficult. When it comes to selling your book, proof of concept means demonstrating there’s a large, enthusiastic audience out there ready and willing to shell out $18 for your masterpiece. Restarted my creative drive. Many will try. Few will succeed.

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 24, 2023

How can publicity form part of your book marketing strategy? How can you research the best media and craft a pitch or a press release that might get you and your book some attention? Today we're talking about her nonfiction book, Priceless Publicity: How to get money-can't-buy media coverage for your business.

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Jane Friedman

JULY 5, 2023

Today’s post is by David Wogahn, the author of Countdown to Book Launch and the president of AuthorImprints , a self-publishing services company. A writer’s investment in their book is more than time and creativity. A traditionally published author may one day have their publishing rights reverted.

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Smart Blogger

AUGUST 9, 2023

But the question lingering in the back of your mind is, “how to write a book?” Every published author starts with that burning query. Writing Space Every published author knows the undeniable magic of a personalized writing space. Visualize Your Success : Close your eyes and imagine holding your published book.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 19, 2022

What has changed in the publishing industry over the last few years? In the intro, USA Today list is on indefinite hiatus [ US News ]; Paid for bestseller list ; Recommended books ; My scallop shell custom ornamental break ; A Midwinter Sacrifice ; The Author’s Mindset Podcast ; What do you do if your book isn’t selling?

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The Creative Penn

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

How can you produce a high-quality print book — and successfully fund it on Kickstarter? He's also the author of multiple books, from business to children's books, as well as the co-creator of an award-winning business board game. Sign up for the Autism children's book here. I was a late reader of books, I would say.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Why might a first-time author choose the self-publishing route? Plus tips for self-publishing and marketing. Today's show is sponsored by Ingram Spark, which I use to print and distribute my print-on-demand books to 40,000 retailers including independent bookstores, schools and universities, libraries, and more.

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Make a Living Writing

JUNE 30, 2023

These residencies are geared for poets and creative fiction and nonfiction writers. This retreat in Canada is aimed at writers who have a minimum of one professionally published book. 3 – Europe Who doesn’t love a creative getaway in Europe? Millay offers writer retreats that are both two and four weeks long.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

If you find the podcast useful, you can support the show at Patreon.com/thecreativepenn and you'll get discounts on my books and products, plus you can ask your questions in my private monthly Q&A. She’s also an award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and international professional speaker. What are the costs?

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The Write Life

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Writing a book is an art form, and that means that there’s not one right way to do it—it’s going to look different for everyone, and as long as someone’s method works for them, it’s fine. Brainstorming and Outlining Before you start actually writing your book, you’re going to want some idea of what the book is about.

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The Creative Penn

OCTOBER 20, 2023

If you sell direct, you can produce higher quality books and products, make more money per sale, get paid faster, and reach readers directly, but there are challenges to publish and market this way. You can also listen to a recent episode with Thomas on Novel Marketing and Christian Publishing on The Creative Penn Podcast.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

In this wide-ranging interview on the Prickly Pens Podcast, Joanna Penn talks about changing careers from IT to becoming an independent author, the early days of self-publishing and how things have changed, inspiration for fiction, generosity as the basis for a business, and how the future might look for writers. Show Notes. Welcome, Joanna.

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