Daniel J. Tortora

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

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Writing Inclusive Number Ranges (The Chicago Manual of Style)

Writing Inclusive Number Ranges (The Chicago Manual of Style)

The rules for writing ranges of numbers (and examples), Chicago style:

Authors, WritingDaniel J. TortoraMay 7, 2022writing, numbers, nonfiction, proofreading, author tips, copy editing

Are Libraries Bad for Authors? Or Are Libraries Good for Authors?

Are Libraries Bad for Authors? Or Are Libraries Good for Authors?

What are the benefits of libraries for authors? There are many. . . .

Authors, MarketingDaniel J. TortoraApril 15, 2022libraries, self-publishing, traditional publishing, print books, ebooks

What is a 2-Em Dash? (and When to Use It and How to Insert It)

What is a 2-Em Dash? (and When to Use It and How to Insert It)

When and how to use the 2-em dash (⸺) in your writing.

Authors, WritingDaniel J. TortoraApril 1, 2022writing, proofreading, The Chicago Manual of Style, author tips, copy editing

Authors and Ebooks: Ebook Platforms for Libraries, Ebook Distribution Services, and Ebook Appsa

Authors and Ebooks: Ebook Platforms for Libraries, Ebook Distribution Services, and Ebook Appsa

Libraries and ebooks: ebook distribution channels, ebook platforms/apps, and quick tips for authors.

Authors, PublishingDaniel J. TortoraMarch 25, 2022selling ebooks, libraries, Draft2Digital, ebooks, self-publishing

What Are the Big 5 Publishers and What Are the Keys to Getting a Big 5 Publishing Deal?

What Are the Big 5 Publishers and What Are the Keys to Getting a Big 5 Publishing Deal?

What is the “Big 5” in publishing terms—and how do you get a book deal with a Big 5 publisher?

Authors, PublishingDaniel J. TortoraMarch 7, 2022author tips, traditional publishing, nonfiction, publishers, print books, writing, agents

Developmental Editing for Nonfiction Books: A Guide for Authors

Developmental Editing for Nonfiction Books: A Guide for Authors

Do you need a developmental editor? What does a developmental editor do? What are the rates? And how long does it take?

Authors, EditingDaniel J. TortoraFebruary 22, 2022developmental editing, nonfiction, author tips