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One of the first questions new writers ask is also one of the most misleading: How long should it take to write a book?

Why discount or give away your ebook for free? It seems counter-intuitive or even crazy. There are so many books that are immediately available to readers, and you need to make yours stand out. Yes, a lot of work should go into the writing, the editing, the cover, the title, the description—but even if all …

Do you need inspiration, a laugh, or advice? These 25 quotes from famous authors might be just the pick-me-up you need.

If you are a self-published author, it may be a good idea to start a publishing company. Read on for reasons why becoming official may be a good idea and for tips on how to start a publishing company.

Discover the most effective methods for building and engaging with an author platform or online community, providing actionable strategies to expand your reach, cultivate a loyal following, and amplify your impact.

With advances in synthetic voice technology, many are asking whether AI narration is the right choice for their projects.

If you want to have fun with your friends and family but still flex those creative muscles, here are some fun writing games for authors.

Most of us are familiar with the screenshot button on our keyboards, but what if you want only a small part of the screen? What you need is a free screenshot tool to make your life easier.

Need to write an “about the author,” or change up the writer bio you’re using? Here are 15 great about the author examples from authors who have promoted with us!

Few writing questions create more anxiety than this one. Some writers swear outlines are essential. Others insist they kill creativity. The truth is simpler—and more freeing—than either side usually admits.

Before you outline, draft, or set a word-count goal, this is the first question worth answering: Is this idea strong enough to become a book—or is it better suited for something else?

Co-writing a novel sounds romantic in theory. Two creative minds. Shared workload. Built-in motivation. In practice, collaboration can feel more like inviting someone into your head and discovering they rearrange the furniture when you’re not looking.

TikTok is no longer just a place for book recommendations and aesthetic writing vlogs. With the rise of TikTok Shop, authors now have a built-in way to sell books directly inside the app

Book reviews matter. They influence algorithms, reassure hesitant readers, and give your book social proof long after launch day. But asking for them can feel awkward—or worse, desperate. The good news: you don’t need to beg.

Micro-influencers—creators with smaller but highly engaged audiences—have become a powerful tool for book marketing. To decide whether a campaign is worth repeating, you need a clear way to measure return on investment.

Book promotion today often comes with one big question: should you aim for a massive influencer with hundreds of thousands of followers, or focus on smaller creators with tight-knit, loyal audiences?

TikTok’s book-focused ecosystem has reshaped discoverability in ways traditional marketing never could—turning backlist titles into bestsellers and unknown authors into overnight sensations. What’s the scoop?

Bookstagram works best when you treat it as a relationship-building platform, not an advertising channel. Here’s how to use it strategically, authentically, and effectively to promote your books without burning out or annoying readers.

If you spend any time in the book world online, you’ve seen them—BookTok creators crying over plot twists, Instagram feeds stacked with aesthetic flat-lays, YouTubers posting monthly wrap-ups that feel more curated than your living room. Book influencers are everywhere, but do they actually sell books?