A Guest Post from Jeff Herring Content Marketing is a great way to build your online business. The problem is that most people who teach it stop at the point of creating content. While creating profitable content is essential, there is so much more you can do with your content. That’s why I expand Content Marketing into the 5 […]
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Mind Mapping Your Book
One of my favorite tools for authors is mind mapping. Why? Mind maps are a great way to organize your thoughts, but they can also be condensed so they aren’t overwhelming. No other outlining system offers the visual representation you can get from a mind map, and they have become an essential part of outlining […]
The 7 Benefits of Mind Mapping
Human beings have worked out their problems, brainstormed ideas, and put together projects for many years with the trusty pen and paper. Why the need for Mind Maps? Viewing: Take in the bigger picture easily and quickly at a glance. Recollection: The visual nature of Mind Maps allows for easy recall. Simplification: Mind Maps allow […]
How to Self-Publish a Book with a Co-Author
I have co-authored several books with different authors over the years. And I am currently working on two more collaborative projects right now. I have found co-authoring a book can be powerful. I first stumbled upon this idea in 2009 when I first met Heather Hart. Heather contacted me on my website FindYourTrueBeauty.com to ask […]
12 Must-Follow Blogs For Authors
One key factor to our success as authors is what we have learned from others along the way. So today, we want to share 12 of our favorite blogs for authors. We encourage you to check them out as well as share which blogs are your favorite blogs are in the comments. #1. The […]
Writing and Self-Publishing Children’s eBooks – An Interview with AJ Cosmo
I recently finished self-publishing my first children’s eBook. My husband, CJ, and I co-authored the book and I did the illustrations. I plan to share a detailed blog post about our experience soon. We used a children’s eBook template by Joel Friedlander and had over 100 beta readers. Therefore, I was excited to find out […]
Two Things You Need To Know Before Writing Your Book
Deciding to step out and write a book is an exciting decision. However, before you start writing, there are some things you need to know. The type of book you are writing and how much you already know will determine just how much you will need to learn before you can begin the process. While there […]
6 Books Every Writer Needs To Read
Writing is an art. If you want to do well, you have to learn the craft. The saying goes, “practice makes perfect.” But it is equally important to study the craft of writing. Writing alone isn’t enough to improve. You have to study the art of writing and practice writing well. In this post, I […]
5 Steps to Self-Editing Your Writing
Poor editing detracts from the reader’s experience, and it also can cast you in a bad light as an author. Needless to say, good editing is a huge part of being a successful author. In this post, we’re going to cover 5 steps to self-editing your writing, but first, I wanted to share a few […]