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Avoid common pitfalls and craft a series that hooks readers from book 1 to the final page There’s nothing quite like the thrill of playoff season—and nothing quite like the anticipation of writing your dream book series. Authoring a series is a bold move and, like hockey’s iconic hat-trick, there’s something deeply satisfying about pulling…
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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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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,…
By Simon Ogden, Tellwell editor Welcome! You’ve done it. You’ve committed to the writing life. How are you feeling? Excited? Scared? Bored? Lonely? Us too. Welcome to the band—we’re delighted that you’ve decided to join us. We’re a bizarro group and legion, all of us utterly, fantastically, bewilderingly unique, except for one little idiosyncrasy: we…
Much like running, writing has a tendency to be a lengthy independent exercise. The road can often get lonely and desolate, and it can certainly be reassuring to see some fellow runners, or in this case writers, alongside. Regardless of which publishing route you choose – traditional or self-published, there’s still a long journey of…
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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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Goodreads is a social network specifically designed for finding your next great read, and is a vital tool for authors! With over 125 million users, it provides authors with direct access to not only their current readers, but also potential new readers. By claiming your Goodreads author account, you will be able to unlock a…
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And the winner is . . . Every author dreams of receiving recognition and praise for their book, and with award season just around the corner, you may be thinking, How can I submit my book to awards? Well, we’ve broken it down into 5 easy steps! Step 1: Determine which awards your book is…
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It’s hard to know if you’re “doing” social media right. I mean, yes, you post unique content, you respond to comments, and you regularly engage with other accounts in your niche by liking their posts or leaving comments in relevant threads. But is it working?? By working, we’re referring to people liking your posts, following…
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So you made the decision to create an author website – FANTASTIC! A website functions as a modern online business card, and not having one can impact credibility. You will use your website to share information and news about your book, let people know where they can buy it, and offer other ways of connecting…