Jane Friedman

AUGUST 20, 2023

10, a new book was self-published, Fire and Fur y: The Story of the 2023 Maui Fire and its Implications for Climate Change by “Dr. I learned about the book from this Forbes article , but by then, Amazon had removed the book from sale. To my surprise, I saw the book was also for sale at Bookshop and Barnes & Noble.

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Jane Friedman

MARCH 12, 2024

Securing the services of a literary agent has long been the gold standard for authors pursuing a long and successful career in publishing. At the turn of the twentieth century, the so-called “author’s representative” emerged as the figure who would help authors cut a better deal with publishers. It’s easy to understand why.

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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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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Do you want to publish an image-heavy book like a cookbook? How can you navigate the challenges of photography, book design, and publishing choices to make the best product possible? Her latest book is The Great Adventure Baker. Her latest book is The Great Adventure Baker. So welcome back to the show, Jane.

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Jane Friedman

MARCH 8, 2023

My second novel was going to be published! When New York City–based Adelaide Books offered me a contract to publish Painting Through the Dark , it set my heart racing in a good way. Plus two free books for the author, and further books could be purchased at a 30% discount. He clearly loved and believed in books.

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The Idea Logical Company

JUNE 20, 2021

The book business is in the early stages of its third great disruption in the past quarter century. The first two both changed the shape of the industry and created winners and losers across the entire value chain: touching every step from how authors got money to how readers got books. Ingram is the heart of this.

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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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Make a Living Writing

JULY 5, 2023

Writers are often told to keep their day job until book sales take off, but what if you could find a day job in the industry you love? If you’re here, chances are that you love reading and book publishing jobs are up there in your list of dream careers. Not all book publishing jobs include this aspect.

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Jane Friedman

MAY 17, 2023

Trying to get an agent and a book deal seems like looking for a needle in a haystack. Likewise, publishing independently sounds like a confusing marathon without any guarantee of actual sales. It’s a book about writing a book about a Holocaust survivor. The book’s subject, Gidon, was 83 years old at the time.

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Jane Friedman

AUGUST 31, 2023

Photo by karina zhukovskaya Note from Jane: In the earliest days of my career, I served as managing editor of Writer’s Digest magazine, and one of the nicest parts of my job was calling up winners of our writing contests, including the National Self-Published Book Awards. My dream of literary stardom had cost them plenty.

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David Meerman Scott

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Publishing a book is the ultimate way to build authority and credibility in the marketplace. Your book can generate passionate fans of your work, lead to more business at higher fees, make raising VC funding easier, put you on the fast track for promotion, or launch a public speaking career.

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Melanie Saxton

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Writing a legacy book means capturing your adventures for posterity! Writing a legacy book can be a meaningful and fulfilling project. And if writing is not your strong suit, I’m here to help. Define your Purpose Together, we can clarify why you want to write a legacy book.

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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. Cole—attached to a work suggesting much more for sale than writing advice?

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Jane Friedman

JANUARY 17, 2024

This week, my sophomore novel Valley Verified came out into the world—exactly one year after my debut novel The Fraud Squad was published. Back then, I was blissfully ignorant of the intricacies of the publishing industry. What if no one shows up to my book events and signings? Will it live up to the hype of the first?

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The Creative Penn

JULY 17, 2023

What are the pros and cons of traditional publishing vs self-publishing? Today's show is sponsored by ProWritingAid, writing and editing software that goes way beyond just grammar and typo checking. How can you combine multiple options for a more creatively satisfying — and profitable — author career? Look at you now.

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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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Jane Friedman

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Today’s Ask the Editor is sponsored by Book Pipeline. Editors reviewing unpublished fiction and nonfiction through the Book Pipeline Workshop. Recommend” submissions are considered for circulation to lit agents and publishers. Submit your question or submit your pages.

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Melanie Saxton

MARCH 28, 2023

As a sports journalist and golf book editor, I’ve covered incredible people and places that inspire authors to write about sports of all kinds, and the ever-popular topic of golf. The fun, the focus, and the antics are part of my life as I ghostwrite and edit books. Do You Need Assistance From a Golf Book Editor?

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Publishing Trends

MAY 17, 2024

Every week, we recommend 5 publishing articles/blog posts that supplement the major news for the week. Whether data or industry commentary, we hope these 5 links will be a simple way to keep you in the know.

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Real estate professionals with fascinating personal backstories are the perfect future authors of Realtor Books. Realtor Books — The Basics I have found Realtors to be great storytellers, weaving narratives throughout showings, buying, and selling transactions. I hope you enjoy this inspiring story as much as I enjoyed writing it!

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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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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

There are a hundred and one good reasons to write business trade books. Whether you offer flooring options, countertops, cabinets, kitchen and bath renovations, or even appliances — your marketing narrative can (and should) be captured on your blog, and, better yet, a book! Is a trade book in your future? I can help.

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Publishing Trends

MAY 23, 2024

Followin g an introduction by NYU host and Associate Dean of NYU SPS Center for Publishing and Applied Liberal Arts, Andrea Chambers , and AALA’s Jennifer Weltz , the kickoff panel featured S&S ’s Jon Karp, Scholastic ’s Peter Warwick , Abrams ’ Mary McAveney and Baker & Taylor ’s Aman Kochar.

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Melanie Saxton

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Why have your book edited? It’s an essential step in writing and publishing, and there are many reasons why it benefits you as an author and your manuscript as an engaging fiction or non-fiction work. Grammar and Language Refinement An editor can help improve the clarity, flow, and readability of your writing.

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

I learned a lot by writing the article below, and it brought to mind the need for more current and clarifying reverse mortgage books. If you are a professional in the home lending market and specialize in reverse mortgages, consider the value of reverse mortgage books. These mortgages are not what I initially thought.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

What are some of the fundamentals behind self-publishing success? James Blatch shares tips and insights as well as introducing the Launchpad course from Self Publishing Formula. He’s also the co-founder of Self-Publishing Formula, Fuse Books, Hello Books, and the co-host of The Self-Publishing Show.

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Many authors, especially first-time authors, feel a bit lost as they search for experienced book editors. Below is some helpful guidance, especially for first-time authors who need professional help with the editing and publishing journey. How long has the book editor been working with authors on manuscripts? Experience is key.

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The Creative Penn

JUNE 12, 2023

What are some of the most effective ways to market your book? This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. You can also subscribe to the Kobo Writing Life podcast for interviews with successful indie authors.

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 17, 2023

What are the most important aspects of becoming a successful publisher? Jon Barton is the founder and managing director of the award-winning independent publisher Vertebrate Publishing, as well as the author of several bestselling mountain biking guides. So I decided to write a guidebook to what I saw, and it sold really well.

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The article below, published in Conroe City Lifestyle , could easily be something found in interior design books. Do you have an interior design book percolating inside your head? I can help — I’ve edited thousands of literary and editorial manuscripts and ghostwritten nearly 30 books.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Traditional publishing is not a monolithic thing. There are different kinds of publishers, and authors want different things out of a publishing deal and relationship. Georgina Cross talks about her experience with two different traditional publishers and the pros and cons of each. Show Notes. Aspects of control.

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Melanie Saxton

MARCH 29, 2023

Writing a travel or tourism manuscript? Get assistance from a tourism book editor. Are you thinking about writing a book on tourism, travel adventures, or special destinations here and abroad? Count on me, a tourism book editor, with decades of experience in my portfolio! What Do We Do Today?

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ProWritingAid

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

How long does it take to write a book? With writing, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Learn how to create a speedy timeline that works for you.

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Publishing Trends

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Every week, we recommend 5 publishing articles/blog posts that supplement the major news for the week. Will Ai Make Writing Collaborative? Whether data or industry commentary, we hope these 5 links will be a simple way to keep you in the know. The Ghostwriter of Biden’s Memoir is Being Investigated, Why?

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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.

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Publishing Trends

JANUARY 19, 2024

Every week, we recommend 5 publishing articles/blog posts that supplement the major news for the week. Why Writing From Your Heart is Overrated According to R.L. Whether data or industry commentary, we hope these 5 links will be a simple way to keep you in the know.

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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. Show Notes.

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