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How to Identify & Avoid Author Scams

Ellen Buikema — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:14:00 +0000

A scammer's flattery can short-circuit your ability to be cautious. This is psychological warfare. Read on to ID scams and avoid the headaches they can bring.

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How to Write Great Taglines in Seven Steps

Ellen Buikema — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:34:00 +0000

A well-written tagline will cause a reader to stop while perusing books and say, "Oh! I must read this." Read on for tips to write great taglines.

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What Actually Scares Me About AI

Guest Blogger — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Without context, AI search may hesitate, hallucinate, or bypass you completely. Without authoritative signals, AI cannot recommend you.

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Writing Activities and Other Fun for Author School Visits

Ellen Buikema — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 09:38:00 +0000

As authors, we educate, and entertain. Author visits are very rewarding. Ellen Buikema shares how to book author visits and what to do once you're there.

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Marketing quotes and why you need them.

Jenn Windrow — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Marketing quotes. Every author has seen them, but not all authors know what they are or how to use them. Jenn Windrow tells us how.

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How Indie Authors can Connect with Librarians

Ellen Buikema — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:27:00 +0000

We can develop connections between young booklovers and writers in their own communities via school and public libraries. Here's how.

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How Substack is Revolutionizing Writing Careers

Guest Blogger — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 08:36:00 +0000

Jaime Buckley shows us how use Substack with a roar rather than a whisper, complete with actionable steps designed for authors!

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The Dos and Don’ts of Working with a Publicist

Guest Blogger — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 10:21:00 +0000

The partnership between an author and their publicist can be a pivotal element for success. However, hiring a publicist should take serious consideration.

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Essential Digital Marketing Elements for Authors

Guest Blogger — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 17:44:08 +0000

If you’re like most authors you have had many headaches with marketing, taking away your writing time. Kathryn McClatchy shows us better marketing strategies.

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Marketing, How Do I Hate Thee? Let Me Count the Ways!

Guest Blogger — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 11:06:00 +0000

The technology of word processors, book formatting, websites, and various social platforms, isn’t something we learn once. We have to continually figure out.

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