Category: Business Diaries
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5 things I’ve done to feed my writing in 2026
After a whirlwind of travel and hosting two parties at home, I had a couple days at the end of winter break to prepare for the new calendar year. I dislike New Year’s resolutions and goals but I appreciate the opportunity to clear the decks. The fresh calendar year is a nice time to consider…
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How to prepare for a bookstore author event
Today I’m going to share some of the ways I prepare for an author event. Specifically, a bookstore appearance where you read your work and participate in a discussion with the audience. After the She’s Not Home launch event I got some feedback that I was really prepared and easy to work with. This isn’t…
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Self-publishing and print-on-demand platforms: which one we choose matters a lot
In my adult life, I’ve watched self-publishing evolve so much. These days, authors have a wealth of options to get a book out into the world, many of them surprisingly economical thanks to print-on-demand. It’s easier than ever to produce and distribute books in the same league with big traditional publishers. This is kind of…