When stress is trying to control me, I use art to subdue it. Life is rarely 100% bad or good. You hope there’s more good than bad. For the past couple of years, mine has been the other way around, even before the plague that shall not be named. Ever have that moment, when your…
Whether or not authors should read their own book reviews has been a topic written about a lot. Some people say yes. Most people say no. Honestly, it’s up to you. I used to read my own reviews. But, the negative ones had a bad impact on my mental health. I never got used to…
I have a love/hate relationship with book formatting. I like that, with InDesign, I can get creative with the book’s layout. But, I’ve published 15 books and still haven’t streamlined the process. I mention in 9 Things I’ve Learned About Print Book Cover Design that I’m creating a hardback version of The Sciell. After formatting…
You’re ready to publish your book. You’ve heard about all the digital book publishing platform available. You’ve read recommendations, but you still don’t know which one to use. I published my first book on Amazon in 2013. Between releasing 13 books and getting a Masters in Publishing from NYU, I’ve either used or researched a…
It takes a lot of work to be an author. Being an indie author is even tougher because you have to do everything or hire someone who can. You are the CEO of your own business. Indie fantasy and paranormal books are beautifully diverse. More so than traditionally published books. They are the kind of diverse I’d…
Making the decision to become an indie is not easy. It is not a get rich quick scheme. It is going to cost you time, energy, and money. It is going to require dedication. It is also one of the most rewarding things a person can do, if they want to be a published writer….
