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Author Success Stories

How Jesse Cole Used a Book to Build His Brand and Become an In-Demand Speaker

Jesse Cole saw an opportunity to reinvent the iconic American pastime.

Scribe Media Oct 11, 2018 9 min read

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Book Publishing

How Much Does It Cost to Publish a Book? (Full Breakdown)

Many authors are concerned with how cheaply they can publish. There is nothing wrong with wanting to save money, but here at Scribe, we cater to ...

Scribe Media Sep 17, 2018 10 min read

Book Writing

How To Come Up With The Perfect Book Title [Ultimate Guide]

Shockingly, there's little useful guidance out there about book titling. What advice exists is usually of little help: Trite (“Go with your gut!”) ...

Scribe Media Sep 14, 2018 19 min read

Author Success Stories

From Health Crisis to Helping Others: How Janet Newman Used a Book to Create Better Lives

When her mother passed away, Janet Newman was devastated.

Scribe Media Sep 05, 2018 8 min read

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Book Writing

How to Write an About the Author (With 8 Examples)

Quick answer: An “about the author” is a short bio, around 100 words, always written in third person, that tells readers why they should trust you. ...

Scribe Media Aug 24, 2018 14 min read

Book Publishing

Scribe Guide to Book Pricing (And How to Maximize Sales)

Quick answer: For most nonfiction authors, price your ebook at $3.99 to maximize units sold, $6.99 for a good balance between sales and perception, ...

Scribe Media Aug 15, 2018 5 min read