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BookTok and the Business of Reading
BookTok and the Business of Reading Every generation reinvents reading. Sometimes it’s a format shift: the printing press, the e-reader, the audiobook. Other times it’s something stranger: a cultural ...
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The North Star of Every Great Book
A Creative Framework for Authors Who Want Their Work to Matter When people talk about writing a book, they usually talk about the mechanics: word ...
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How Small-Circle Writing Leads to Big-Circle Reach
When they sit down and attack the blank page, most writers imagine an arena. The lights go up, thousands of readers stare back, and the blinking ...
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Originality Is a Terrible Goal
Shakespeare had the same 26 letters in the alphabet that we all do. It’s what you do with them that matters.
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Why Every Founder Should Consider Writing a Book
“Don’t die with your best work in your head. Twitter only kind of counts.”
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What Is an Author’s Note and Do You Need One?
An author’s note is a short message from the author to the reader that provides context or explains decisions made in writing the book. It’s placed ...
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Elevating Your Nonfiction Audiobook: 7 Strategies for an Engaging Listening Experience
Nonfiction audiobooks offer a unique opportunity to educate and inspire listeners on a wide range of topics, from self-help and personal development ...
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How James Patterson Uses Co-Authors to Write Dozens of Books Per Year
James Patterson is a writing powerhouse. With over 300 books to his name and a consistent output of dozens more each year, it's hard to imagine how ...
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