As more and more people choose to do their reading on smartphones, tablets, and computers, literary journals are following the trend. Most of the established, reputable literary journals have either completely switched to online publication or added it as an option....
If you’re a short story writer who wants to add something new to your publishing options, you might want to consider sharing your work on social media. More and more writers are discovering Twitterature: micro stories that fit within the character limit, or entire...
Social media is a great way for writers to build their author platforms and connect with fans, readers, literary agents, and editors. But beware: It also puts your personal information and privacy at risk. A recent survey found that 22% of Internet users reported...
Writers who self-publish—and even those who contract with traditional publishing houses—often dream of a big ROI (return on investment) for paid book advertising. So first, Web Design Relief presents the options available for advertising your book in hopes of reaching...
When an author sets out to build a reputation for quality writing and establish a fan base, LinkedIn is not usually the first social networking site that comes to mind. But with the right application of smarts and professionalism, LinkedIn might quickly become your...
Having an author website can be a great way to promote yourself as a short story writer! People are always curious about the writer behind a great story. Editors reading your cover letter and intrigued by your pitch may want more information about your publishing...
Welcome to November's Web Links Roundup full of social media techniques, book marketing advice, and blogging tips! Whether you create your own author website or we create one for you, we want to give you the best possible tools to build an effective online author...
The most important element that will determine whether or not you'll get a literary agent interested in your book is the strength of your story. But no manuscript is an island; there are many factors that inform a literary agent’s decision about your submission. We...
You’re not on Facebook, and you have your reasons. Maybe you’ve heard rumors that authors don’t need Facebook accounts. But in today’s highly competitive publishing industry, your success as a writer depends on your ability to reach your audience effectively through...
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