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


5 Things to Avoid If You Want to Get a Publishing Deal for Your Book
5 Things to Avoid If You Want to Get a Publishing Deal for Your Book

If you want to know how to get a publishing deal for your nonfiction book, or if you find yourself asking “Why can’t I get published?” this article is for you.

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Authors, Publishing, CoachingDaniel J. TortoraJune 21, 2022agents, author tips, book proposal, publishers, traditional publishing, word count
Writing a Nonfiction Book Proposal: Working with an Editor vs. a Book Coach
Writing a Nonfiction Book Proposal: Working with an Editor vs. a Book Coach

The author services that help you get traditionally published.

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Authors, Publishing, Editing, Writing, CoachingDaniel J. TortoraJune 11, 2022agents, author tips, nonfiction, publishers, book coaching
The Best Books on Getting Published: Learn How to Score a Publishing Deal
The Best Books on Getting Published: Learn How to Score a Publishing Deal

How do you get a publishing deal? These three books dish the secrets.

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Authors, Publishing, CoachingDaniel J. TortoraJune 11, 2022author tips, traditional publishing, nonfiction, publishers, print books, writing, agents
Writing a Nonfiction Book: My 5-Draft Plan for Authors
Writing a Nonfiction Book: My 5-Draft Plan for Authors

How many drafts should you write? Here’s how to write your book in just five drafts.

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Authors, Writing, EditingDaniel J. TortoraMay 20, 2022writing, author tips, developmental editing, first draft, self-editing, copy editing
How to Write Inclusive Numbers, According to The Chicago Manual of Style
How to Write Inclusive Numbers, According to The Chicago Manual of Style

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

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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. . . .

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