The Book Shepherd’s Blog … Tips for Author and Publishing Success

Throughout the day, my computer and phone interrupt me. Both are essential to my work and connecting with others, but...

Writing Smarts: Avoid hyphen, eM dash and eN dash Confusion The use of dashes is inconsistent in lots of writing—regardless...

Have you ever felt that someone or a group is manipulating your time and attention? If you're focusing on your...

Fall time is always a heavy book selling window. Using the right portals for your target market involves visibility and...

Have you ever felt that someone or a group is manipulating your time and attention? If you're focusing on your...

Stratira takes your book and creates an entire customized marketing campaign in minutes. It's magic, and you've got to see...

Sometimes a great idea, storyline, or group turns out to be the wrong fit. When you realize you've traveled down...

Is the art of an RSVP going the way to the Dodo bird? Is the courtesy of letting a host...

The Publishing Yellow Brick Road is never straight. From editing and book cover design to ISBNs and marketing, self-published authors...

What are you doing to verbally and visually main dates that connect with YOU … YOUR BOOK … YOUR THEME...

Patience can be difficult. It can be challenged and exasperated. Yet whether working with authors or navigating everyday life, patience...

ISBNs are essential for books. All books should have one that is unique to their publishing efforts. The portal to...

Throughout the day, take a deep breath, close your eyes, and reset your mind for just one minute. A 60-second...

JOIN Me for Publishing at Sea 2027 … LAST Chance to come—only 3 staterooms left! I’m a firm believer in...

Your words, story, imagination, and ideas are uniquely yours. Let your originality pour forth and allow your authentic voice to...

AI’s nightmares are haunting authors. It’s assault and harassment. Get the latest on scams that are bombarding emails.

"Seeding Your Confidence" Wouldn’t you love to have been infused with all the confidence and knowledge one would need to...

Fall is coming … are you ready to embrace Author Smarts by starting a new habit for you and your...

A little sun, a little quiet, a little nothingness. Sometimes stepping away allows the colors and wonders of writing, publishing,...

When authors have “news”, they should shout it out. Get 15 tips on what to do with good news about...