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Have a Writing Question? Bring It to the Chat.
One of the reasons we created the Current Words Publishing Subscriber Chat is simple: writers have questions, and those questions don’t always need to wait for the next blog post. Maybe you’re wondering whether you should self-publish or pursue traditional publishing. Perhaps you’re trying to figure out Amazon keywords, book reviews, editing, cover design, ISBNs,…
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A New Series for Poets at Old Scratch Press
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Today is the Last Chance to Join the Avengers of the Sun Advance Reader Team!
There’s still time to request a complimentary Advance Reader Copy of Avengers of the Sun, Ken Davis’ historical novel of espionage, betrayal, and romance during the Roman civil war between Constantine and Maxentius. If you enjoy historical fiction, military history, political intrigue, and unforgettable characters, we’d love to have you join the advance reader team. Advance…
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✨ Author Spotlight: C.K. Bougae ✨
We’re excited to introduce C.K. Bougae and celebrate the launch of her new author website! C.K. is the author of The Valley of the Blue Moon, a fantasy novel filled with mystery, magic, and unforgettable choices. As she prepares for publication, we invite you to get to know her, learn more about her upcoming novel, and…
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Why Advance Reader Copies Matter (and How You Can Help an Indie Author)
Every book begins with a single reader. Long before a novel appears on bookstore shelves or starts climbing online bestseller lists, it often finds its first audience through Advance Reader Copies, commonly known as ARCs. An ARC is simply a complimentary pre-publication copy of a book shared with readers before or shortly after release. In…
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Join Our New Subscriber Chat
Today we’re announcing a brand new addition to our Current Words Publishing Substack publication: CWP subscriber chat. This is a conversation space exclusively for subscribers—kind of like a group chat or live hangout. Dave and I will post questions and updates that come our way, and you can jump into the discussion. Join chat How…
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Instant Noodles Lit Mag Hosts Free Zoom Workshop June 13 for Upcoming “Al Dente” Issue
Writers, poets, artists, and creators looking for a fresh publishing opportunity are invited to join a free online creative workshop hosted by the editors of INSTANT NOODLES LIT MAG on Saturday, June 13 at 5 PM ET (2 PT). Now in its sixth year, INSTANT NOODLES has become a distinctive independent online literary magazine known…
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Don’t Miss Today’s Free Live Event!
A reminder for readers, writers, and the creatively curious: Today at 7 PM Eastern, Current Words Publishing presents our next Reader Series event featuring Susan Burgess-Lent, author of When All the Girls Stopped Singing. This free live Zoom event offers much more than a traditional author talk. You’ll hear Susan discuss the hidden histories that inspired…
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Poetry and Mentorship from Old Scratch Press
Did you know that we also run Old Scratch Press (OSP)? OSP is a group that loves writing and reading short form writing like poetry, flash fiction, and flash memoir. The group formed from the writers who had been published in Instant Noodles Lit Mag. Several times each month writers in the group post articles…
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Pass the Mic
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We Missed You!
Over 30 people joined us at last weekend’s mixer, and three lucky attendees walked away with signed books or custom art. The room was buzzing with conversation, laughter, and new connections, and we truly wished you could have been there. It was an evening full of energy, creativity, and good company. I love meeting people…
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Don’t Miss the Mixer!
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Today Is the Day
TODAY’S THE DAY! Join us today as we celebrate the release of a trio of poetry collections! 📅 TODAY: October 25⏰ 5 PM ET | 2 PM PT📍 Live on Zoom The preregistration period has ended but you can still join us. Simply click the button link below at event time to join. Note: Early arrivals will be placed into a waiting room until…
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Sunday Morning Podcast
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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…