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Featured Article: Avoid the cliché “strong female character” Readers love a strong female character. Just remember you can be vulnerable, unreliable, uncertain, or even physically weak and still be a strong character. Read more. Transcription software can be a huge time-saver Interviewing a source can be an exciting part of your research, but hours-long transcription jobs can bog down the writing process. Transcription software might be the answer you’re looking for. Read more. Self-publishing is not a back-up publishing plan Before I self-published, I didn’t know of all the advantages self-publishing offers or that it was the savvy author’s way to get books in the hands of readers. My only regret is I didn’t do it sooner. Read more.

Top Stories: Filling the holes in your story 10 Gift ideas for writers and creative people Writing phone conversations to forward your plot and draw your characters Six myths (and a few facts) about traditional publishing Truth and narrative: The two timelines of your story 10 Tips for creating your first children’s picture book
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Five steps—that’s all it takes. You can find a lot of information on book publishing. Almost too much. Self-publishing may be a journey, but it’s doesn’t have to be a complicated, confusing process. Cut through the noise with this practical, easy-to-understand guide to help you become a published author. What you’ll learn: The benefits of self-publishing Must-know information about editing your book Why your book cover can mean sale or stale The importance of publishing both printed books and eBooks How to gain more ground online with social media and metadata This guide is essential if you want a walkthrough on how to go from manuscript to marketplace. And it’s free for you. Get your copy right now. Free download

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Saturday, December 22, 2018 Happy Saturday, Let’s begin with some inspiration: “The bottom line is this: You write in order to change the world, knowing perfectly well that you probably can’t, but also knowing that literature is indispensable to the world. The world changes according to the way people see it, and if you alter, even by a millimeter, the way people look at reality, then you can change it… If there is no moral question, there is no reason to write. I’m an old-fashioned writer and, despite the odds, I want to change the world.”—James Baldwin Mr. Baldwin’s writing truly did change the world. He was an American novelist and social critic during the most turbulent times of the civil rights era. His complex essays explored and challenged racial, sexual, and class distinctions in American society. I urge you to listen to this Paris Review interview (Episode 3: "I Was There"), as recreated by actor LaVar Burton, to experience the power of his words. My message today, on the eve of our holiday season, echoes Baldwin’s sentiment. Your books, stories, and writings might not move a nation’s consciousness, but you have the power to inspire. It might be only within your circle of friends and family. Or just yourself. But, as Baldwin says, just that one millimeter of change matters. Your words, phrases, and sentences can make a difference. It might take time for you to realize the impact your books make in others’ lives, which brings to mind one of my favorite BookBaby Blog articles from the past about the overnight "success" of the bamboo farmer. Meanwhile: If you’re interested in changing the lives of others this holiday season, Lithub has some opportunities for book lovers.

All the best, Steven Spatz President, BookBaby

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Featured Article: Filling the holes in your story You may think your manuscript is ready for publication, but are there holes in your story? A beta reader can help determine if there’s still work to do. Read more. 10 Gift ideas for writers and creative people Trying to find gift ideas for a writer friend or just want to pamper yourself? This list will give you plenty of ideas to choose from. Read more. Writing phone conversations to forward your plot and draw your characters When writing phone conversations, does your one-sided dialogue give insight into the character of one or both participants or the relationship between them? Is the conversation moving the plot forward? Read more.

Top Stories: Six myths (and a few facts) about traditional publishing Truth and narrative: The two timelines of your story 10 Tips for creating your first children’s picture book Are you a writer, or someone who dreams of being a writer? Writing lessons from TV, Part I: Rick and Morty What’s the best time to publish your book?
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Learn more A new year brings new opportunities especially if you’re publishing a book. Get a jump on the New Year by partnering with BookBaby. We always put you first—your questions, your problems, and your needs. No matter what type of book you’re making, or how long your journey may be, we’ll be right by your side. Here are three ways we can help you make your book its best: Book Editing: Give your manuscript a fresh pair of eyes with professional copy and line editing priced for independent authors. Learn more. Cover Design: It’s not just a look. It’s a necessity. Our pro designers will help you convey your book’s themes and stop readers in their tracks. Learn more. Facebook Ads for Authors: Readers can’t love your book if they can’t find it. Promote and sell your book the easy way on the world’s largest social network. Learn more. Don’t take our word for it “It was my first time using BookBaby after publishing my first four books with CreateSpace. I am completely happy with BookBaby’s service and will use them again for book six.” — Marie Gilbert Not sure where to begin? Let’s find your self-publishing starting point today. Learn more

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Saturday, December 15, 2018 Happy Saturday, I got an eyebrow-raising offer last week. One of the attendees of last month’s Independent Authors Conference proposed a book deal for me. With a traditional publishing house. As an author, I was flattered by the proposal. But I was a bit perplexed too. The president of the nation’s leading self-publishing services company to turn around and publish his book with a traditional publishing house? That would be like Apple CEO Tim Cook using an Android smartphone. Does not compute. So, thanks but no thanks for the unusual book deal! However, the timing of the offer coincided perfectly with my latest BookBaby blog post: Six Myths (and a Few Facts) About Traditional Publishing. In it, I list all the reasons why I’m not interested in the traditional publishing route (beyond having to explain it to my co-workers). Staying in the vein of unusual: The folks at WritersUnplugged.com have compiled a list of the 17 most unusual libraries around the globe.

All the best, Steven Spatz President, BookBaby

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