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IngramSpark Book Trim Sizes and Printing Options

IngramSpark Book Trim Sizes and Printing Options

Ingram Spark book sizes and options—all in this handy guide—with graphs/matrix and links included.

Authors, PublishingDaniel J. TortoraApril 21, 2023trim size, self-publishing, IngramSpark, print books

The Different Types of Book Editing and Which Type of Book Editor You Should Hire

The Different Types of Book Editing and Which Type of Book Editor You Should Hire

Here are the different types of book editors and how to know which one you need.

Authors, Editing, Writing, PublishingDaniel J. TortoraMarch 2, 2023editing, copy editing, developmental editing, manuscript evaluation, first draft, self-publishing, traditional publishing

Amazon Book Pre-Order Strategy for Ebook Authors

Amazon Book Pre-Order Strategy for Ebook Authors

Pre-order pros and cons—and tips for ebook authors publishing with Amazon KDP.

Authors, Marketing, PublishingDaniel J. TortoraJanuary 3, 2023Amazon KDP, Amazon reviews, Apple Books, author tips, book marketing, ebooks, pre-orders, pricing, self-publishing, selling ebooks

What Does a Book Writing Coach Do? Author Book Coaching Services Explained

What Does a Book Writing Coach Do? Author Book Coaching Services Explained

A book coach is your mentor, teacher, co-strategist, accountability partner—your personal trainer for your author journey.

Authors, Marketing, Publishing, Writing, CoachingDaniel J. TortoraDecember 11, 2022author coaching, book coaching, book marketing, book proposal, book titles, first draft, front matter, nonfiction, parts of a book, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing

Nonfiction Book Elevator Pitch Tips, Best Practices, and Examples for Authors: Write a Logline That Wins Over Readers and Sell More Books

Nonfiction Book Elevator Pitch Tips, Best Practices, and Examples for Authors: Write a Logline That Wins Over Readers and Sell More Books

To take your book to the next level (pun intended), you need to master the art of the elevator pitch.

Authors, Marketing, Publishing, Writing, CoachingDaniel J. TortoraNovember 8, 2022author tips, Amazon Author Central, book descriptions, book loglines, book marketing, book proposal, author coaching, self-help books, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing, selling ebooks

How to Sell More Self-Published Books on Amazon: 5 SEO Strategies for Authors

How to Sell More Self-Published Books on Amazon: 5 SEO Strategies for Authors

If you’re not selling as many books as you’d like, then try these tips and you may well see your self-published Amazon book sales improve.

Authors, Marketing, PublishingDaniel J. TortoraOctober 28, 2022Amazon Author Central, Amazon KDP, Amazon reviews, editorial reviews, author tips, author tools, book coaching, book descriptions, book marketing, pricing, self-publishing, selling ebooks