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The Secret to Unforgettable Book Endings (That Don’t Feel Forced or Rushed)

The Secret to Unforgettable Book Endings (That Don’t Feel Forced or Rushed)

Readers may forgive a slow-burning beginning or drawn-out middle; however, they won’t forgive a rushed ending to a story. The end of a story should tie up all loose ends in a memorable way. Your reader has invested a lot of time stepping into your world and experiencing the story you’ve written. The ending should give them closure, make them feel something, and give them the ending your readers...

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How Holiday Imagery Helps Readers See Your Book is the Perfect Gift

How Holiday Imagery Helps Readers See Your Book is the Perfect Gift

With the holidays just around the corner, are you prepared with holiday imagery to promote your book? Holiday imagery is a great way to get your book noticed, but why? Below, we’ll discuss how holiday imagery can help readers see that your book is the perfect gift.  Let’s begin! Holiday Imagery Conveys That Your Book Would Make A Great Gift Holiday cheer is in the air, and...

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How A Book Cover Is A Powerful Marketing Tool

How A Book Cover Is A Powerful Marketing Tool

You know the saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover?” That saying doesn’t necessarily work when it comes to actual book covers, as readers constantly judge them.  According to a study by Study Finds, nearly 6 in 10 (57%) Americans bought or read a book just based on its cover, and 8 in 10 (80%) admitted to avoiding a book just based on its cover. These numbers show that a cover could either...

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Your Writing Sidekick: Why Every Author Deserves an Assistant

Your Writing Sidekick: Why Every Author Deserves an Assistant

As an author, the amount of tasks you have to juggle daily can be quite overwhelming. Between promoting your book, writing, keeping up with social media, emails, etc., it can feel like you’re drowning in tasks. Instead of letting the daily tasks drag you down and possibly cause burnout, hire a sidekick to help! This is where an author assistant comes in. They are there to take some tasks...

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The Comeback Of Cozy Mysteries: Why Readers Crave Comfort And Clues

The Comeback Of Cozy Mysteries: Why Readers Crave Comfort And Clues

It’s no secret that thriller and crime books have been a fan favorite amongst readers. However, one genre that’s making quite the comeback in recent years is cozy mysteries. They have reclaimed their spot on coffee tables everywhere for eager readers who crave these types of books. Below, we’ll dive into this genre and discuss why readers like cozy mysteries.  What Are Cozy Mysteries?...

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