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Patience Pays Off: An Indie Success Story
How a sci-fi author forged his self-publishing path.
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Smashwords Self-Published Bestsellers April 2018
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New Titles from Self-Publishers: May 2018
Booksellers, publishers, librarians, and agents are encouraged to look at these 100 self-published titles.
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Ask the Editor: Inspiration vs. Discipline
Editor Betty Kelly Sargent answers writing questions submitted by readers. This month, she takes a look at the importance of writerly disciple.
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First Lines: May 2018
A sampling of the best opening lines from titles by BookLife authors.
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Indie Scouting Report: May 2018
A look at some of the best-reviewed self-published titles from BookLife authors.
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How to Network Better by Saying Less
Knowing what to say and when to say it can help writers make professional connections.
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Book Cover Redesign: 'Vanished'
Michelle Argyle at Melissa Williams Design reimagines the cover of 'Vanished' by indie author N.V. Baker.
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Shifting Gears and Finding Indie Success
How one innovative author-illustrator leveraged self-publishing.
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Begin Marketing Early: Tips from an Indie Author
Indie author Eva Flynn urges aspiring self-publishers to keep writing—and hire an editor or two.
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Smashwords Self-Published Bestsellers March 2018
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New Titles from Self-Publishers: April 2018
Booksellers, publishers, librarians, and agents are encouraged to look at these 82 self-published titles.
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Ask the Editor: Finding an Agent
Editor Betty Kelly Sargent answers writing questions submitted by readers. This month, she takes a look at writing effective query letters to agents.
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First Lines: April 2018
A look at some of the best opening lines from titles by BookLife authors.
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Indie Scouting Report: April 2018
A rundown of the best-reviewed self-published titles from BookLife authors.
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The Indie Authors' Guide to Writing Coaches
Brooke Warner takes a look at what writing coaches do and how they can help indie authors.
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Book Cover Redesign: 'The Equine Legacy'
Michelle Argyle at Melissa Williams Design reimagines the cover of 'The Equine Legacy' by indie author C. S. Purdy.
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Self-Publishing in the Kitchen: A Success Story
How a food photographer and indie author is forging his own path and building community.
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Smashwords Self-Published Bestsellers Feb. 2018
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New Titles from Self-Publishers: March 2018
Booksellers, publishers, librarians, and agents are encouraged to look at these 72 self-published titles.