In the spring of 1934, an aspiring writer named Arnold Samuelson hitchhiked from Minnesota to Florida to see if he could land a meeting with his favorite author. Feeli...
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151: Leveraging the Power of SEO to Sell Your Books on Amazon: Interview with Dave Chesson
A few years ago, I was speaking a conference and a woman came up to me afterwards asking for advice about a book she wanted to publish. Not being familiar with her gen...
Why the Story of the Starving Artist Needs to Die
For centuries, historians believed the great Renaissance master was just another Starving Artist, struggling to make ends meet. Michelangelo himself embraced this imag...
How to Start a Blog Even if You Aren’t an Expert
Were you ever on the cusp of hitting publish on a blog post, hand hovering over the mousepad, and suddenly this thought floods your brain:
“What do you have to offer? ...
150: Why a Book Deal is Only the Beginning of Your Writing Career: Interview with Annie Downs
The day you get your first book deal feels much the same as getting accepted to a prestigious university, or landing a coveted internship after graduation. However, mu...
“Real Artists Don’t Starve” is Coming Out (And I Need Your Help)
Waiting for your book to come out is a lot like waiting at the hospital for your child to be born. I have two kids and four books, so I feel semi-qualified to use the ...