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How Typography On A Book Cover Builds Credibility

How Typography On A Book Cover Builds Credibility

First impressions are everything, and you only get one chance to make a good one; a book cover is a great example of that. A book cover can be the deciding factor if someone reads the book or not. Before they become invested in the book, they judge the overall cover.  One mistake that some authors make is that they don’t prioritize the typography of their book, yet it’s one of...

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Is It Worth It To Hire An Author Assistant?

Is It Worth It To Hire An Author Assistant?

As an indie author, you may have asked yourself a time or two, “Is it worth it to hire an author assistant?” The short answer is yes. Below, we’ll dive into why and how they can make your job as an author a lot easier.  Author Assistants Free Up Time  Let’s be honest, Indie authors have a large workload. There may come a time when it won’t be exactly realistic for...

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What Self-Editing Can Fix—and What It Can’t

What Self-Editing Can Fix—and What It Can’t

Are you considering self-editing your book? While in theory self-editing has its pros, it also has its limits. Below, we’ll cover what self-editing can fix and what it can’t.  Let’s begin! What Is Self-Editing? Self-editing is, as the name implies, you edit your work yourself before you either publish or send it to an editor. This is a great step to take from getting the...

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Romance Isn’t Seasonal: Why Romance Books Don’t Belong Just In February

Romance Isn’t Seasonal: Why Romance Books Don’t Belong Just In February

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love is in the air. Everywhere you go, you see pink and red hearts, conversation candy, and “love” written on everything. You can’t help but want to read a good romance book at this time of year. However, most readers know that the truth is: romance isn’t seasonal, and romance books deserve more love and attention year-round. Below,...

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