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Monday, November 10, 2014
C.B. Fletcher, Ghostwriter...
Need a ghostwriter? Contact C.B. Fletcher!
C.B. Fletcher
Services: ghostwriting, editing, social media promotion
Friday, October 24, 2014
Chantelle, Graphic Design Artist
Chantelle
Field(s) of Interest: Graphic Design
Genre preference (fiction or poetry): Any
I am a Graphic & Web Designer. My business is making your business look good. I specialize in brand design, creating tangible marketing materials, and ebook/publication design.
Websites/Blogs: www.xclddesigns.com
Contact Info: 3057077525 ; xclddesigns@gmail.com
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Tyrone A. Acker (T.A. Acker) - Editor
Tyrone A. Acker (T. A. Acker)
Services Offered
Proofreading, Page Formatting, Editing
Genre
Poetry, Non-Fiction
"From 2008-2013, I have written 4 poetry books. The last 3 books were done via Createspace, which meant that although they produced and distributed the book itself, all of the page display - margins, layout, fonts, book descriptions, proofreading, revision, etc. was done solely by me. This last month, I wrote my first nonfiction book on relationships, called "Why Men No Longer Chase" and used Createspace as well. This was the first time that my business was named as publisher also."
Website
Follow Poetry & Sense, LLC on F45acebook, Twitter and Instagram); www. taacker.com (blog and other info)
Contact Info
poetryandsense@hotmail.com, taacker@hotmail.com or any of the social media pages
Thursday, October 9, 2014
You've Written a Book, Now What?
I have met some people who have written books and done nothing with them.
CONGRATULATIONS! You have officially turned your idea into a
manuscript! It may have taken you months or years to get it done but finally,
your brain child is complete! One of the greatest feelings in the world is to
have completed a book. I commend you!
So, your book is written, now what?
You don’t want to feel stuck. You want to keep the momentum
going. So, to keep you motivated, I have detailed a check list of things to do
to get your book published. Make sure your writing is typed and ready to go!
1.
Copyright
your work.
According
to copyright laws, your work is copyrighted the moment that it is created. You
can also apply here.
2.
Go to Google and research the types of publishing.
Although
I am an advocate for self publishing, I encourage writers to familiarize
themselves with the various publishing options. There are many ranging from electronic
books to trade books. No matter what, it is essential to know what route to
publishing you will take, so that you will know how to take the next step.
3.
After selecting
the type of publishing you want, follow
directions.
Now
that you have selected the type of publishing you want, follow the necessary
steps to get started. For example, if you want to publish an e-book, or
electronic book, you will need to research how to create an electronic book.
Websites will pop up within your search results so read carefully and make the
best selection. Select a company or publisher that best meets your needs.
4.
Find an
editor.
Whether
you have a relative or friend who excels in proofreading/editing or are looking
for a professional, contact someone to read over your manuscript. Be sure that
this is someone you trust. Payment may be required for this step, so make sure
you have the funds to pay for proofreading/editing services.
5.
Establish
a timeline to debut book.
Whether
you create a deadline and communicate it with your editor or work with the
timeline of the publisher, you need to know your book publication date. After
you have established a date, wait patiently, as your book is being edited or
reviewed.
6.
Stay
motivated and stay busy!
The
waiting process can be unnerving. Stay busy and remain upbeat. Your book is
being perfected and will soon reach the hands of countless readers. Start
practicing your autographs because you will be signing books soon!
For more literary tips and suggestions, read the next post,
My Book Is Published, Now What?
Different types of Book Publishers:
Copyright Basics:
Register for Copyright Online:
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
You've Got a Book Idea: Now What?
It's very
easy to sit on a book for years. Life gets in the way and routine tends to
cover up ideas. Soon enough, if the idea isn't jotted down, one can forget what
it was. So, here are a few tips to keep your literary inventions fresh without
worrying about them getting lost or buried.
1. Write your idea(s) down.
Before you get too busy, jot your
idea(s) on a sheet of paper or notebook. I usually like to get a fancy [and
cheap] notebook from Ross, Marshall's, Walmart, DD's, or a dollar store to keep
all my ideas together. To make myself feel extra writer-ish, I use legal pads.
2. Share with a close friend or
relative.
Some people don't like to share their
ideas with anyone. I do! I see nothing wrong with sharing with someone who I
know will support me rather than steal from me. I am open to opinion when I share
as well because when writing a book, it is all about the reader.
3. Draft an outline for your book.
Most times, people already know what
their book will be about. They know what the plot, or summary of the book, will
be and what chapters will be included. Outline your book however you want—just get
something written down. Whether you are only writing the plot or writing what each
chapter will entail, this is where you flesh out the book in its entirety.
4. Read!
I always say that readers write and
writers read. To keep your mind refreshed about your book, after you have done
one or all the above steps, read books related to the genre, or category, for
your future bestseller.
5. Just write and keep writing!
The benefits of writing an outline are
that they can stop you from getting writer’s block. You won’t feel stuck. Map
out how you want your book to flow and get started with writing! Don’t worry
about the order or whether or not chapters make sense. Simply, write. Don’t
lag. A writer once said, “A book won’t write itself.”
Monday, October 6, 2014
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