1. When did you first know you wanted to be a writer? I decided to document my experience after I had been intimately involved in a life changing event that affected Florida’s same sex couples. In the past I hadn’t thought about being a writer but this...
When someone purchases a book, they actually buy two products—the content between the covers and the author. The author is actually the font from which the words flow. His or her mind, personality, life experience, and soul have led to the creation of a story,...
Writing a book is no easy task! When you decide to become an author, it is truly more like a calling than a job. Writing can be a lonely, frustrating, and tedious process that requires tenacity and self-discipline. So why on earth would someone decide they want to...
When we hear the terms “metadata” and “keywords,” we might initially feel a bit anxious, like we have stepped into a strange and unfamiliar land. Thankfully, the meaning and use of these terms are far simpler than you might think. Think of metadata and keywords as how...
After completing your manuscript for self-publication, it is time to position the book to be discovered online. Even with a stunning cover design, it would be a mistake to rely on the book’s sheer visual appeal to be found by potential customers. This is where a...
As a first-time author, it is exhilarating to witness the fruits of your hard work—a completed manuscript. How exciting the prospects are of sharing your story with the world! You envision a steady stream of monthly royalties stuffing your bank account as your book...
