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What Should Writers Post on Instagram?
What should writers post on Instagram? What can writers post on a social network that is so focused on images? We dive in and share 10 things for writers to consider.
What Should Writers Blog About?
What should writers blog about if they write fiction? Poetry? Nonfiction? Do blog topics have to align with your other writing? We dive into these questions here.
Should Writers Have a Blog?
Should writers have a blog? Does it make sense for everyone? And if not, when does it make sense? And why? We dive into these questions here.
Should Writers Work for Free?
Should writers work for free? This straightforward question feels like it should have a straightforward answer. But does it?
Should Writers Have a Website?
Should writers have a website? Why or why not? We take a closer look.
Should Writers Use Social Media?
Should writers use social media? Will avoiding social media spell certain doom for budding writing careers? Or should writers consider keeping their distance from Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the like?
List of Book Fairs and Book Festivals by State
Book fairs and festivals are great events for writers and readers to meet up and celebrate books of all genres. Here's a list of book fairs and book festivals that we've compiled and will continue to update.
The Dos and Don'ts of Making School Visits: A Writer's Survival Guide
Making school visits is a great way for children's authors to connect with their audience and make some extra sales. Alex Woolf shares some dos and don'ts of making school visits that he's learned over the years that will make the experience productive for all involved.
She's Got to Have It: 10 Ways to Promote a Book
Promoting a book is the one thing all authors should do to help get it to potential readers. But what does that mean? Erika Hoffman shares 10 ways to promote a book she used that are usable by other authors.
Why Do Authors Cross Out Their Name When Signing Book?
Some authors do it; others don't. But for those who do, why do authors cross out their name when signing books? We share author perspectives below.