When Sales Slump…

I’ve had a few questions from readers about what to do when book sales slump, or how to kick sales off that haven’t even had chance to slump. I thought I’d answer very simply and publicly in this post with a few words of general advice and guidance....

Marketing a Book: How, When and Why?

Writing isn’t easy. But compared to the business of writing, it’s an absolute breeze. Because these daily topics have so far dealt with a lot of questions I’m asked, I figured I’d continue that trend and talk about something I actually get...

How To Make A Living Writing Fiction

Making a living writing fiction is probably up there with desert island caretaker and secretary to a zillionaire as one of the most appealing jobs in the world. People daydream about… well, daydreaming and putting it on paper for a living. What they don’t...

KDP Select: Is Exclusivity Still Worth It In 2014?

To KDP Select or not to KDP Select? That is still, even right here in 2014, one of the biggest publishing questions new writers have when launching their books. Is three months of exclusivity in exchange for a few free days and countdown promotions worth it? Or should...