Daniel J. Tortora

Resources for Nonfiction Authors

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

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: Platforms and Distribution for Library Sales

Authors and Ebooks: Platforms and Distribution for Library Sales

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

An Introduction to the Big 5 Publishers and How to Get a Big 5 Publishing Deal

An Introduction to the Big 5 Publishers and How to Get 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

Universal Book Links for Ebooks, Audiobooks, and Print Books: List of Book Retailers and Logos for Book Retailers

Universal Book Links for Ebooks, Audiobooks, and Print Books: List of Book Retailers and Logos for Book Retailers

See the online book retailers supported by Universal Book Links and the logos of these retailers.

Authors, MarketingDaniel J. TortoraFebruary 4, 2022book marketing, Draft2Digital, ebooks, print books, audiobooks, self-publishing, author tips, author tools

Popular Book Trim Sizes for Fiction and Nonfiction Self-Published Books

Popular Book Trim Sizes for Fiction and Nonfiction Self-Published Books

See the standard book sizes that are popular and recommended for self-publishing fiction and non-fiction authors.

Authors, PublishingDaniel J. TortoraJanuary 10, 2022nonfiction, Amazon KDP, blurb, trim size, book design, print books, self-publishing, Barnes & Noble Press, author tips, BookBaby, Lulu