For indie and self-published authors, there’s a lot of talk about building your author platform and/or your marketing platform. Some people see these as two distinct entities while others may argue that they are the same thing. We won’t get into the semantics of that. The key is really just creating a platform, which means …
There are lots of great contests and journals that are almost always accepting submissions for many different types of work, including fiction, non-fiction, fan and flash fiction, essays, short stories, poetry, novels, ebooks, chapbooks — you name it! Why enter writing contests, you ask? Entering these types of contests can help you keep your writing …
One of the biggest questions authors ask me is: “My book has been published for over a year, now what do I do to help keep it going?” Our advice is similar to what it would be for a newly published author, some of which includes: Work on getting professional reviews and blog write ups …
Join Boston Women Connect on Monday, October 27 to learn all about “Indie” Publishing. This event also features an Author Book Fair to promote (and sell) your book or your writing, editing, and publishing services. (Limited number of shared expo tables available). Women and Men are welcome to attend this event. Date: October 27, 2014 …
This is such a great opportunity for any established or aspiring writer. Enter the 83rd Annual Writing Competition for your chance to win and have your work be seen by editors and agents! The winning entries of this writing contest will also be on display in the 83rd Annual Writer’s Digest Competition Collection. You can enter your work …
Writer’s Digest’s Self-Published Book Awards contest has increased its grand prize, and extended the deadline June 13! The grand prize winner will receive his or her choice of $8,000 cash OR $3,000 cash and publicity exposure valued at $7,500. Click here to learn more. This competition is the perfect opportunity to take action and promote your self-published …
Have you ever felt like your work deserves more attention? This competition is the perfect opportunity to take action and promote your work! Writers from all genres are welcome, including fiction, non-fiction, inspirational, children’s and poetry, to name just a few. Whether you’re a professional writer, a part-time freelancer or a self-starting student, here’s your chance …
Whether you’re a professional writer, a part-time freelancer or a self-starting student, here’s your chance to enter the premier self-published competition exclusively for self-published books. Writer’s Digest hosts the 22nd annual self-published competition–the Annual Self-Published Book Awards. This self-published competition spotlights today’s self-published works and honors self-published authors. Early-Bird Deadline: April 1, 2014 What’s in …
A great way to gain credibility as a writer/author is by submitting to writing contests. There are lots of great contests and journals that are accepting submissions right now for many different types of work, including fiction, non-fiction, fan and flash fiction, essays, short stories, and poetry. These types of contests can help you keep …
You’ve probably all heard of Guy Kawasaki, the Silicon Valley author, speaker, investor, and business advisor. If you haven’t – especially if you’re interested in self-publishing – you need to know who he is. After some bad experiences working with traditional publishers on a few books, Kawasaki self-published his book, What the Plus, which is …
“As a first-time author, the idea of publishing my book was a daunting one! Then I found Lisa Akoury-Ross and her team at SDP Publishing Solutions who shepherded me through the entire process with ease. I am so grateful for their expertise and invaluable advice that I am looking forward to working with them again on my next book. I would highly recommend that any author connect with Lisa Akoury-Ross for her guidance and support!”
Michelle Lander Feinberg
Please Don’t Tell Cooper He’s a Dog, CHILDREN’S BOOKS
“When I wondered how to publish my illustrated book of rhymes the idea of self-publishing was a mystery. Then I found Lisa Akoury-Ross and her team at SDP Publishing and the process was a dream. Lisa provided necessary information, guidance, patience and full attention to my vision of the book. Because of Lisa and her team’s expertise the published book is exactly the beautiful volume I hoped it would be.”
Katharine Stanley-Brown Abbott
A Zoo Full of Rhymes,CHILDREN’S BOOKS
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