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What are the three most typical mistakes authors make in the publishing process?

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Question: What are the three most typical mistakes authors make in the publishing process? Answer: Mistake #1: Not understanding your publishing options There are more choices and opportunities than ever before to get a book into the hands of...
- over 4 years ago
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Using Deadlines for Writing Projects to Stay Motivated

Bobbie Christmas

Dreaming about a finished book manuscript is fun, but actually sitting down and writing a book is hard work. Writing projects are largely self-motivated and that motivation can be hard to conjure. Bobbie Christmas, editor and owner of Zebra Communications...
- over 5 years ago
- Managing Your Writing Life
- Goal Setting and Process
Self-Publishing Service Providers: Understanding Your Options

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There are numerous publishing options for authors these days, providing an amazing opportunity for anyone to publish a book. Because of this, understanding the differences between the various options can be overwhelming and confusing. Major differences...
- over 2 years ago
- Self-Publishing
- Picking a Publisher
If I want to make changes to a book that is already published, can I update the book or republish it?

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Question: If I want to make changes to a book that is already published, can I update the book or republish it? Answer: When you write and publish a book, you are sharing your ideas, messages, creativity, and voice with the world. It can seem overwhelming...
- over 1 year ago
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How to Choose the Right Publishing Path for You

Valerie Willis

Publishing a book is a very scary next step for any writer and his or her story. Whether you plan to pursue a traditional publishing path or self-publishing path, several things must take place before submitting to an agent, publisher, or self-publishing...
- over 6 years ago
- Preparation
- Choosing a Path
I have nearly finished draft 1 of my novel. I often hear people do multiple drafts. Is there a particular approach that seems to work best in editing each draft?

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Question: I have nearly finished draft 1 of my novel. I often hear people do multiple drafts. Is there a particular approach that seems to work best in editing each draft? Answer: The book editing process can differ greatly for every author. Some...
- over 3 years ago
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5 Tips for Editing your Manuscript before Submission or Publication - article

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The publishing path you choose will determine the degree of “perfect” your manuscript should be in before submission. A fiction manuscript must be complete before you query agents or publishers, but there will be some final editing done by the publisher...
- over 7 years ago
- Basic Editing
- Proofreading
When Writers Should Consider Consulting a Professional Book Editor - podcast

Elaine Ash

Many new writers believe that self-editing or having a friend review their manuscript is enough to get it ready for submission to agents and publishers. While some writers get lucky with this approach and are able to land a publishing contract, most...
- over 6 years ago
- Editorial Services
- Editorial Assessments