THIS WEEK WRITING Start Your Story Right: The Five Foundational Questions You Need to Answer Before Writing Anything Apr. 23, 2026 1:30 PM Eastern Learn the importance of structure with author, editor, and book coach Jennifer Crosswhite. Save Your Spot
NEXT WEEK MARKETING Websites for Authors: A Necessary Evil Apr. 23, 2026 1:30 PM Eastern Author and publisher L.E. Perez will review why an author website is necessary, the essential elements, and how to go from concept to completion. Save Your Spot
PREVIOUSLY RECORDED MARKETING How to Fund to a Book With Kickstarter Bestselling author Russell Nohelty reviews the ins and outs of Kickstarter, and how to crowdfund. Click here for all previously recorded webinars VIEW
ASK SHEILA! Q&A Blog I am ready to start editing my first manuscript. What are common mistakes editors see first-time writers making that I should look for? by Sheila Manna In this week's blog post, Sheila shares twelve common mistakes that editors see new writers making, and explains how to fix and avoid these mistakes. To access all previous blog posts, CLICK HERE. READ
WRITING PROCESS WRITING How Cookbook Photography Works by Diane Morrisey Cookbook author Diane Morrisey explains how large, traditional publishers execute cookbook photography, and why this surprised her. view
RESOURCE PUBLISHING Pen Names: Should You Use One to Publish Your Work? by Author Learning Center If you are considering using a pen name for your work it's important to understand your "why", and the pros and cons of pen names. READ