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Find out how Melissa helps get authors on track and ready for book production and her life down under! In the world of independent publishing, there are heroes who work tirelessly behind the scenes to bring authors’ visions to life. One such luminary is Melissa Barker, a talented publishing consultant at Tellwell. With her extensive…
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Paul Hart shares advice for career transitions and talks about the magic of writing for kids I let the books write themselves. Whatever I feel at that moment in time, I write. Paul Hart This month we are featuring Paul Hart. Our interview delves into the fascinating journey of a man whose career has taken him…
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Blast off into the inspiring true adventures of one of Tellwell’s sci-fi/children’s authors Start putting words to paper or screen, even if they are only ideas, maybe just a few sentences. It’s quite possible the more you write, the more the story will start writing itself, or at least help you write it. Barry Fellinger…
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Although Facebook and Instagram do not reveal their entire algorithms, they do provide occasional insights into how they work. For example, we are aware that our actions on the platform—such as comments, likes, and views—affect the content that appears in our feeds. Moreover, it is evident that the algorithms vary depending on whether we are browsing the feed, the Explore page, Reels, or Instagram Stories.
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Get pro tips from a Tellwell book editor on perfecting your manuscript & improving your writing. Everyone should read, read, and then read more. It exercises the brain and improves mental health, but it is also great fun to lose yourself in another world for a few hours. Kim Martins – Editor If you’re an…
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Master the art of writing a captivating novel synopsis with these top tips and impress media outlets and readers alike! Focus on the main plot points and character arc, and don’t try to include every single detail or character in the book. WHAT IS A SYNOPSIS? A synopsis is a concise summary of your novel,…
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Top-ranked books by master storytellers Diane Martin, Mike Ellis, and Shelley Snow Three Tellwell authors have recently achieved a remarkable accomplishment by reaching the top spot on various Amazon charts. Diane Martin, Mike Ellis, and Shelley Snow are the masterminds behind these hit books, each of which has achieved #1 status in its respective category.
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You have given countless talks and hosted numerous seminars. One of the most famous is Tedx Talk at Grandview Heights. What was that experience like? Would you like to share any behind the scenes highlights?
Doing the TEDx talk was very hard for me because it requires you to memorize your talk and be very disciplined to stick to your script. I am for the most part an inspirational speaker who is poised and speak spontaneously and usually around what my audience wants to hear. In the TEDx presentation with the clock stopping at 18 minutes I actually got two standing ovations in one talk but we had to cut one standing ovation to be in the 18 minute mark.
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10 book marketing strategies to maximize your book sales Promoting your original book (fiction or non-fiction) begins with understanding your unique value proposition. What will a reader get from your book? Is it entertainment? Specific knowledge or insight? Why should they purchase your book over others on the market? Is your story funnier or more…
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My family immigrated from Poland during Martial Law in the 1980’s. I have always felt a strong pull to go back to Poland and when I was 12, I started going to reconnect and meet my relatives, see where my family is from and learn more about my culture. I love going to Poland and Wroclaw in particular, is a magical place. Every time I go, I feel an amazing magical energy there that truly lives within the people and the places.