What Makes a Book a Best-Seller?

"Everyone has at least one book in them-I firmly believe that. But bookstore shelves are packed with titles, all competing for readers' attention. So how can you tell if your book idea is ready for the competitive publishing business? The key is to target your market and zero in on an unfilled need." Melinda Copp explains how to develop your best-selling book idea.

What Really Happens When You Land a Book Deal: Publishing Myths and Realities You Need to Know

For many aspiring authors, the prospect of landing a book deal sounds like the ultimate ticket to success. And while a contract with a major press can come with some perks, there can be some unexpected surprises along the way. Here’s what you need to know to get into the game with your eyes wide open.

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Book Giveaway! Win a free copy of Breakfast in Bed by Robin Kaye

Book Giveaway! Win a free copy of Breakfast in Bed by Robin Kaye
Thanks to our friends at Sourcebooks, we have TWO free copies of the hilarious romantic comedy Breakfast in Bed by Robin Kaye to give away! To enter, it's simple--please add a comment to this post. Once you've done that, why not qualify for additional...
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Book Giveaway! The Law of Forgiveness: Tap into the Positive Power of Forgiveness by Connie Domino, MPH, RN

Book Giveaway! The Law of Forgiveness: Tap into the Positive Power of Forgiveness by Connie Domino, MPH, RN

Thanks to our friends at FSB Media, we have a copy of The Law of Forgiveness: Tap into the Positive Power of Forgiveness — And Attract Good Things to Your Life by Connie Domino, MPH, RN to give away to one lucky winner....
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How to Weave Factual Research Seamlessly into Your Fictional Storyline

How to Weave Factual Research Seamlessly into Your Fictional Storyline
Today's Be My Guest Author is Mary Lydon Simonsen, Author of the newly released Searching for Pemberley. Don't miss the book giveaway at the end!

I’ve been asked to write about weaving research seamlessly into a storyline. This is one of those Catch 22 situations. You have to know the basic plot line of your story before you can begin the...
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