by Sarah | Sep 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Congratulations—you’ve made it to the publication stage! Your book has been edited, designed, proofread, and finalized, and now it’s time to collect your print-ready files and publish your book. But wait. What are print-ready files, and how do you check that they’re...
by Sarah | Aug 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
You’ve spent long hours on your book. You’ve revised it into oblivion, brought it back to life, and pushed it through professional editing. The cover is beautiful; the interior is stunning. You’ve come a long way, baby. Except there’s just one thing. What is this...
by Sarah | Jul 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
Many first-time authors wonder about paid book reviews. Are they a stamp of credibility or a liability? What status do they hold among readers and the publishing industry at large? Are paid reviews ever worth it? In this post, we’ll look at what the experts say,...
by Sarah | Jun 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
Print-on-demand, or POD, has opened the door for many authors to publish beautiful, professional-quality children’s books—without the hassle of warehousing books or fulfilling orders. But is it the right fit for your project? Let’s look at the pros and cons of...
by Sarah | May 7, 2025 | Author Resources
Topics Covered In “Top Takeaways from the 2025 Lakefly Writers Conference” 1. Self-publishing can be a vehicle for preserving a family’s history.2. Librarians care more about your presence than your platform.3. A good logline hooks readers and doesn’t let go.4....