traditional publishing

What Really Happens When You Land a Traditional Book Deal?

Posted by on November 29, 2010 at 12:18 am

As we approach the end if Write Nonfiction in November (WNFIN), it seems appropriate to take a look at what happens when a writer actual reaches the goal of becoming traditionally published. Let’s imagine you’ve done all the things the WNFIN expert bloggers have written about during the last 28 days: You’ve written a great [...]

Do-It-Yourself Publishing: Is It For You?

Posted by on November 23, 2010 at 1:05 am

I frequently get asked, “What, if any, benefit is there to traditionally publishing a book?” This question typically comes from an aspiring writer who has just learned they must do the same amount of promotional work to help sell their book if they land a contract with a traditional publishing house as they will need [...]

An Inspirational Moment…

Posted by on March 23, 2010 at 9:56 am

Take a break from your writing. Rest from your worries that the publishing world is going to hell in a handbag, as the old saying goes. Listen to this message. It’s well worth just over two minute of your time. I promise. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Weq_sHxghcg] Ah….don’t you feel better? Now go write your book. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Weq_sHxghcg&hl=en_US&fs=1&]