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Stop Searching for Publishing Companies
Social media is full of posts like this: As an author coach, every time I see someone looking for a “publishing company” I cringe. Not...


Barcode Generators for Self-Published Authors
If you're planning on self-publishing your children's book, you might be wondering...do I need to purchase a barcode? The short answer?...


How Much Does It Cost To Publish a Book? (A Breakdown for Picture Book Writers)
When it comes to writing your first children's book, you may be wondering: how much will it actually cost? In this blog post, I'm going...


Writing for Children: 8 Tips from the Pros
When you’re just starting your journey writing for children, you usually have more questions than answers, and lots and lots of doubt!...


Publisher Rocket - Everything You Need to Know
If you've self-published your book or you plan to, one of the most valuable assets you can invest in is a great analytics tool. That's...


Offset Printing vs Digital Printing - What's the Difference?
When you decide to self-publish a children's book, one of the logistics you'll need to consider is how you plan on printing and...


Top 8 Analytic Tools for Authors
In an age where more and more people are writing books, you can't just sit back and hope that yours will sell on its own. So how do you...


Self Publishing vs Traditional Publishing: The 8 Factors You Need to Consider
If you're an aspiring children's book author, then you're probably wondering whether it's better to self-publish or go with a traditional pu


Top 5 Reasons Why Teachers Make the Best Authors
But did you know that the skills that make a great teacher are also the characteristics of a great children's book author?


What is IngramSpark?
Using IngramSpark also puts your book in Ingram's database which is where schools, libraries, and bookstores go to order books...


What is Amazon KDP and How do I Use it to Publish a Children’s Book?
A print-on-demand company like KDP makes your book available worldwide on Amazon.


Freelance vs. Acquisitions: 2 Different Types of Editors
The word “editor” can mean very different things to different people in the publishing world - and often it depends on who you’re talking to


4 Reasons Your Children's Book Isn’t Selling
In this blog post, I'm going to talk about the top 4 reasons why your book isn't selling. And most importantly, how to fix that!


2 Ways to Self-Publish A Children's Book
If you're wondering how to self-publish a children's book, it's simpler than you'd think. In this post, we're going to break down the two...


Did Your Book's Price INCREASE on Amazon?! 😱 Read This!
Let's set a familiar scene. Your book is selling well. You’re pleased with your progress. You’ve figured it all out. And then… Out of...
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