#Bookstagram
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In the Spotlight | Ignoring Alva by Emilie Khair
In the latest installment of our new series, IN THE SPOTLIGHT, Dianne discusses and reads from Emilie Khair’s delightful cozy mystery/adventure tale, IGNORNING ALVA, which features two unforgettable elderly siblings, IGNORING ALVA.
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In the Spotlight | Dreams of the Return by Alan Bern
In the first installment of our new series, IN THE SPOTLIGHT, we take a look Alan Bern’s DREAMS OF THE RETURN.
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Episode 13: Making Time to Promote and Sell Your Writing
In this week’s episode of Your Wrote It. Now Sell It. Di explains the importance of giving yourself the gift of time, and why not allowing yourself this gift can ultimately hinder your success as an author.
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Episode 12: Substack for Writers: Growing Deeper Connections
This week, Di takes a deeper dive into Substack, with suggestions on how to make meaningful engagements that will help build your readership.
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Episode 11: Substack for Writers: A Simple Way to Grow Your Audience
As writers, we’re always asking the same question: how do I find more readers? You might already have a website, maybe a few social media accounts, maybe even a book or two out in the world. But reaching the right people—and keeping them engaged—isn’t easy. That’s where Substack comes in. You’ve probably heard the name…
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Episode 10: The of Power Networking with a Fellow Writer
Writing can sometimes feel like a solitary journey—but networking ensures it doesn’t have to be. One of the most rewarding steps you can take as an author is to connect with another writer who is at a similar point in their career, works in your genre, and whose work you genuinely enjoy. This isn’t about…
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Cross-Promotion
One of the most powerful tools authors have today is each other. Cross-promotion allows writers to share audiences, build credibility, and expand their reach without feeling like they’re shouting into a void. The key is to approach it as a partnership: you’re not selfishly asking others to share your work, you’re offering to amplify theirs…
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” The Reader Magnet (part II).
Last time, we shared the concept of the reader magnet and its importance in helping expand your readership. If you missed that post, you’ll find it here. As mentioned in part 1, a reader magnet is a free, high-value offering—anything from a bonus chapter to a prequel to an upcoming work or an exclusive short…
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” The Reader Magnet.
A reader magnet is a free piece of content—like a short story, guide, checklist, or novella—that you offer to your audience in exchange for subscribing to your mailing list. Its primary goal is to attract readers, engage them, turn casual visitors into long-term fans, and add stickiness to your site. By giving something valuable up…
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Practical Marketing Tips for Authors: Elevator Pitch vs Hook
Writing a book is a major accomplishment worth celebrating. But finishing the manuscript is only the beginning of a larger journey—one that includes crafting a strong elevator pitch and doing the work to get your book not just published, but also read. Today’s question: Can you give me the elevator pitch quickly? Quicker than that?!…
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Discover the Current Words YouTube Channel
Did you know we have an official YouTube channel? It’s true—we do! And if you haven’t checked it out yet, we’d love to invite you to explore it. Di and I launched the channel because we wanted a fun, accessible way to share what we’ve learned about writing, editing, and indie publishing, and to showcase…
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Practical Marketing Tips for Authors: Market Early and Often
Writing a book is a major accomplishment—and one worth celebrating. But finishing the manuscript is only the beginning of the larger journey: getting your work not just published, but read. Much of an author’s success depends on their willingness to market early and often—transforming your story from something known only to you into a book…
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(Dis)Associating ~ Aspen Greenwood
It is almost time for the next issue of INSTANT NOODLES. The Old Scratch Press crew is working on finalizing the selections (and if you were chosen, but didn’t receive your contract yet, it’s coming.), with a deadline of July 11th, and we’ll have the whole issue designed and ready for reading by August. I…
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“You Wrote It. Now Sell It.” Practical Marketing Tips for Authors: Collect Readers
Writing a book is a major accomplishment worth celebrating. But writing the book is only the beginning of a larger journey to seeing your work not just published, but also read. Today’s question: Who is going to read your book? It’s time to collect readers. Take about six minutes with me today to think about…
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A Witch Awakens Free Event Tomorrow!
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Live in Two Weeks!
Come to the live event! June 14th 11A ET 8A PT Hope to see you there!
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A Witch Awakens and Goes on a Book Tour!
And… she’s off! Cece, the amateur detective and possible witch of the novel, A WITCH AWAKENS is on a book tour! You can read an excerpt of the book, see interviews with the author, Ellis Elliott, see unbiased reviews, and register to win a free copy of the book! Join the tour! Want to find…
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The Line Edit
Have you subscribed to our new biweekly newsletter that provides free, helpful editing tips? It’s called THE LINE EDIT. Here’s a copy of our first issue: Welcome to THE LINE EDIT, your go-to source for practical, professional insights that help you strengthen your writing one tip at a time. Whether you’re polishing your novel, rewriting a…
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Patchwork Publishing? Not the Warmest Idea.
What we mean by “patchwork” publishing Patchwork can be beautiful—personal, even. Taking bits of fabric, maybe from old clothes or thrifted finds, and stitching them together into a cozy quilt is a satisfying, creative act. It’s sentimental and sustainable, and it can be a lovely way to showcase your sewing skills while keeping fabric out…
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From Blog Tour to Bookstore Tour: IGNORING ALVA @ Story on the Square
Emilie Khair is taking IGNORING ALVA from screens to shelves! After a successful blog tour, Emilie is heading to Story on the Square this Sunday at 2pm Eastern for a live, in-person author event you won’t want to miss. Come hear Emilie read from her warm, witty, and wise novel about two octogenarian sisters who hit the road—and hit a…