Daniel J. Tortora

Resources for Nonfiction Authors

125+ articles for authors on writing, publishing, and book marketing by nonfiction editor and book coach Daniel Tortora.

Posts tagged traditional publishing

How to Publish a Nonfiction Book Without an Agent: A Guide for New Authors

How to Publish a Nonfiction Book Without an Agent: A Guide for New Authors

Here’s how to target the right publishers and perfect your pitch, no literary agent required.

Authors, Publishing, CoachingDaniel J. TortoraAugust 15, 2026author tips, publishers, traditional publishing, author query letter, book proposal, self-publishing, agent, book coaching

The Best Books on Social Media Marketing for Authors

The Best Books on Social Media Marketing for Authors

The 10 top books on social media for authors.

Authors, MarketingDaniel J. TortoraJuly 19, 2026book recommendations, self-publishing, book marketing, author tips, traditional publishing, selling ebooks, social media

Working with a Traditional Publishing Book Coach: Eric’s Story

Working with a Traditional Publishing Book Coach: Eric’s Story

How a book coach helped Eric successfully get a traditional publishing contract.

Authors, Coaching, PublishingDaniel J. TortoraJune 2, 2026agents, author query letter, author tips, big 5, book coaching, book notes, book proposal, business books, nonfiction, publishers, traditional publishing, university presses

Choosing BISAC Codes for a Book for Increased Discoverability and Sales

Choosing BISAC Codes for a Book for Increased Discoverability and Sales

Learn how to choose the right BISAC categories so your book lands on the right shelf (and in the right carts).

Authors, Coaching, PublishingDaniel J. TortoraMay 25, 2026author tips, BISAC codes, bookstores, IngramSpark, libraries, ebooks, print books, audiobooks, traditional publishing, metadata

How to Get Your Book into Libraries: A Practical Guide for Authors

How to Get Your Book into Libraries: A Practical Guide for Authors

The secrets to selling books to libraries.

Tips for Hiring a Book Editor on Reedsy Marketplace

Finding a good book editor on Reedsy Marketplace: 8 tips for authors.

Authors, Editing, WritingDaniel J. TortoraDecember 30, 2025author tips, book coaching, copy editing, developmental editing, editing, line editing, first draft, manuscript evaluation, nonfiction, proofreading, Reedsy, self-publishing, writing, traditional publishing