Counterpoint: Observations about book marketing
Author Lisa Turner discusses an alternative to marketing.
Booksellers Take Note: New Algorithm Comes with New Rules
If I say the words “A10 Algorithm” does it mean anything to you? If you’re selling books, it should.
The Dilemma of Awkward Questions
How’s the writing going, how much do you make doing this, are you even good at it? And other questions writers do not like.
New Book? Ask the Big Question
I’m publishing a stand-alone for the first time ever, and it occurred to me that I should consider trying to acquire an agent for it.
Closing in on the last line
Want to create a fabulous last line? There’s no formula for doing so, but there are some best practices that can help you get there.
First Lines: How to create zingers
Want to create a fabulous first line? There’s no formula for doing so, but there are some best practices that can help you get there.
11 Books I Loved in 2025
Always looking for book recommendations? Me too! Here are my favorites from 2025.
Hurry Up and Wait—A test of patience
There’s a lot of waiting in writing and the editorial process. What is one to do when all creative engines are firing and you find yourself with time to spare?
The One Constant Is Change
For the past four years and four months, I’ve submerged myself in the self-publishing (SP) world, and I have to say that I’ve noticed some significant changes taking place, and I’ve made some interesting observations over that time.
Need a Marketing Consultant Fast?AI to the Rescue
I needed help, and I didn’t have the time or money to hire a marketing expert or learn how-to from a book. So … I reached for AI.
Indie Awareness:Self-Published Books I've Recently Read … and you should too
Have you read an independent author’s book lately? You should!
Unleash Your Inner Author: Finding Your Unique Writing Voice
We all have a voice, and we use it every day. But a writer’s voice isn’t as simple as that.
Beyond Social Media:The Unshakeable Value of Your Subscribers List
You might be wondering to yourself, Why should I go through the hard work of building a subscribers list?
That’s the wrong question to ask.
What a Three-Star Rating Really Says
A three-star review is neither wonderful nor terrible—so what does it really mean?
From Zero to Six in Four Years
The key to pursuing your writing dream is simple—and the most powerful thing you can do.
The Cold Light of Fate: Independent Book Review
The Independent Book Review honors Book 5 in The Jovian Universe, The Cold Light of Fate, with a stellar review.
The Cold Light of Fate: BlueInk Review (Starred Review)
BlueInk honors Book 5 in The Jovian Universe, The Cold Light of Fate, with a starred review.
Replenish your writing mind
What do I do in between books to help my mind prepare for the next novel? It’s all here in list form.