Cat Ritchie is a writer, healer, bee advocate, bird watcher, and menagerie attendant. She enjoys spending time in her gardens with the visiting birds, bees, and occasional fox or coyote. An avid reader and writer for most of her life,…
Exploring Paid Editorial Book Reviews for Authors As authors, we’re constantly seeking ways to elevate our books and amplify their reach in the competitive landscape of publishing. Amidst the myriad of strategies available, one question often arises: are paid editorial…
Darlene Greene (Ann Curtis) is president and CEO of DGreene Sales Solutions, LLC, a sales, and marketing support company for manufacturers of health and beauty products. Her professional background includes over 30 years in the area of sales and marketing…
Michael Baldwin is a retired library administrator and professor of American Government. He may also be a descendant of the Lakota mystic warrior, Crazy Horse, and will be glad to explain over a couple of beers. As a youngster, Michael…
Are you an introverted author struggling to get the word out about your book? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Many writers are introverts, and that’s okay. But if you’re struggling with the thought of going on a book tour or…
Fran Abrams’ poems have been published online and in print in Cathexis-Northwest Press, The American Journal of Poetry, MacQueen’s Quinterly, Delmarva Review, The Raven’s Perch, Gargoyle, and many other journals, as well as in over a dozen anthologies. In December…
Karissa has written more than they’ve ever spoken, finding it an easier way to communicate. They live quietly, spending most of their time with their five pets and family while also working full-time and attending graduate school.
Yes! This is actually one of our favorite things to do. We have an “Author Connect” program in which we match our authors with each other to coordinate readings, reviews, promotions, and other partnership initiatives. The results have been amazing,…
My writing comes from varied experiences as an immigrant, a person with a hidden disability trying to fit into a neurotypical world, the child of Holocaust survivors, and someone with a deep spiritual life who loves the natural world of…
That’s a lot of formats, and to them all, we say yes! We’re well versed in the interior formatting and production nuances of all of these formats, which are surprisingly more complex than you might initially imagine. Our designers and…
Gil Stafford has been a professional athlete, teacher, coach, university president, and Episcopal priest. Now he’s a full-time writer, having published four books.
Are you an author struggling to identify your readers and audience? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. But fear not, because we have some tips to help you out! First things first, it’s important to understand that knowing your readers…
I’m CarrieAnn! I am 34 years old, and I have a weird cat named Jude and two beautiful nieces that fill my life with love. I have a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and currently work as an advocate for…
Working in niche publishing in 2005, Ekta has written and edited about everything from healthcare to home improvement to Hindi films. A writing contest judge for the Florida Writers Association and the Saturday Writers chapter of the Missouri Writers Guild,…
As an author, you know that a book launch can be a big deal. It’s your chance to celebrate the hard work you’ve put into your book and share it with the world. But with so many options and factors…
A native South Carolinian, Samantha didn’t go too far from home. When she’s not arguing with the characters over the plot, she’s baking, exercising, or Netflixing with her two rescue dogs and husband.
Jillian Arena lives in Jupiter, FL, with her husband, children, and countless pets. When she’s not writing stories, digging her toes in the sand, or hanging out with her family, she spends her time running her holistic coaching practice and…
Navigating Alternatives: Rethinking Traditional Publishing Routes As authors, we’re often encouraged to seek representation from literary agents as the key to unlocking the doors of traditional publishing. While agents undoubtedly offer valuable guidance, it’s essential to recognize that this route…
Karen McLain was born in the Chicagoland area in the early eighties. As the youngest child of three children to a single mother, life could be rough at times. The family moved to western Pennsylvania in the mid-nineties and things…
Justin O’Donnell holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Western Connecticut State University. He spent his childhood immersed in online roleplay, playing football, and reading history. When not reading or writing, Justin competes as a bodybuilder and dreams up ways…