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Creating a Compelling Author Newsletter: A How-To Guide
Author newsletters and great marketing strategies go hand in hand. Newsletters provide an opportunity for authors to: Connect with their readers Share updates on their lives, new books, etc. Inform them about upcoming sales Build an email list Share book...
Love Poetry Books: Exceptional Design Examples
The best love poetry books bring words and design together in a perfect combination. Everything from the font to the paper complements the verses. When done right, the design isn't just something readers see; it's something they feel, helping your words touch minds...
Coffee Table Book Design: 10 Examples to Inspire You
Coffee table book design differs from regular book design in several aspects. But first, let's talk more about what exactly a coffee table book is. Honestly, it's all in the name. A coffee table book is a beautiful publication whose job is to look pretty on a coffee...
Book Signings and Readings: 8 Practical Things To Do When Planning Your Author Events
As an author, you possess a special opportunity to engage directly with your audience. Events like book signings and readings are not just occasions to promote your latest work; they are also platforms where you can connect personally with your readers, share your...
Unlocking Success with Low-Content Books: How to Get Started
Does writing a book always equal needing to produce hundreds of pages of text? Not necessarily. You can share your experience and practical advice by creating low-content books (LCB). Low-content books are publications with little to no written content, which...
The Psychology of Color in Book Design: 17 Inspiring Examples
In a previous article on the Pantone Color of the Year, we took a look at the company Pantone and its over 70 years of being in the business of color. From lifestyle products to hardware and devices, the company has almost single-handedly created a multi-industry...
Coolest Book Covers: 10 Inspiring Cover Designs That Defied Trends
When designing your book cover, you have to decide if you’re going to be on-trend or outside the box. The choice is up to you, but there are pros and cons to both. The best strategy is to create a cover that represents your story, you as the author, and also meets...
Barnes and Noble Press Review: The Complete Guide for 2024
Barnes and Noble Press, formerly known as Nook Press, is an independent publishing platform with one of the most prestigious names in book retail behind it. But does Barnes and Noble Press have anything to offer beyond its brand name? What’s available at Barnes and...
20 MUST DO Steps for Amazon Campaigns for eBooks
Daily, I get questions from published authors: Is it worth it … to put in the time and energy to mount a bestseller campaign on Amazon?
Book Cover Trends: A Critical Look at 2023
2023 is almost at an end. This year saw the release of thousands of books across a myriad of genres. Book covers are the first glimpse a reader has into a book. So authors and book cover designers alike take great care to ensure that a book cover conveys the...
