If you’re an author and a business owner, then writing for your business should be a piece of cake, right? Not necessarily. Writing a book and writing for business are not the same thing and require different approaches. Whether you need to pen a blog post, some website copy, a press release or even a social media caption, editor and proofreader Nadine Catto shares some essential pointers to make sure your ideal clients engage with your business as well as your book!

As a neurodivergent writer, Maia spent years forcing herself to follow the rules that only work for neurotypical brains – if at all! She challenges the concept of a “perfect” writing practice and shares how she found her own soft writing practice, with advice on how you can find what works for you to thrive as a writer too.

Self-publishing has come a long way in recent years. Print-on-demand technology and a shift in perceptions has cracked open a world of opportunity for entrepreneurs who want to publish a book to help grow their businesses. But what exactly are the benefits of self-publishing and is there still a place for pursuing the traditionally published dream? In this article we look at some of the pros to both options to help you decide which route is best for you and your book.

Publishing a book and adding ‘author’ to your professional bio can be the start of a whole new chapter in your life and business, but it’s important to understand how to harness the power of your book and author status to help build your brand. We explain how your book can be the key to levelling up in your industry, as well as sharing some of the ways you can use your book to raise your professional profile and grow your business.

Have you thought about how you’re going to market your book? Does social media feature in your plan? If not, it probably should! Louise Dillon, founder of Armadillo Social, specialises in helping authors create effective digital marketing strategies. She shares her top tips and advice for getting the most out of social media when it comes to promoting your book.

Meet Sarah Alex Carter, women’s wellbeing coach, consultant and author of Upward: The Power of Looking Up. Sarah is real-life proof that writing a book can not only change the lives of your readers; it can change your life too! Hear Sarah’s publishing story and get ready to be inspired!

It may surprise you to know that when it comes to self-publishing your non-fiction book, not all editors are equal, and the type of editor you need will depend on where you are on your book journey. We’ll be looking at what the different types of editing are, how to work out which kind of editor you need and how each editor fits into your overall book process.

While many of us have aspirations to write a book, the idea and the reality sometimes fall out of alignment as life gets in the way and sitting down and, well, actually writing falls down our priority list. What is the secret sauce to creating habits that help us progress on our book journeys? Author and book coach Steph Caswell shares some of her top tips on how to create and stick to habits that will get you to that all-important publishing finishing line!

After successfully self-publishing her first book in 2021, confidence and resilience coach Gemma Margerison embarked on book number two but it wasn't all smooth sailing. She shares the ups and downs of her author journey and the top three things she has learned in the process. It's an honest insight into what it takes to be an author and how to stay true to yourself when you're overwhelmed by advice and opinions from others.

According to online sources, only 3% of writers finish their books. A woeful statistic if ever there was one, but maybe not all that surprising. If you didn’t get quite as far with your book manuscript as you had hoped in 2022, don’t despair! We’re sharing some tips you can use to boost your motivation so you can avoid being a statistic and get back on track to fulfilling those author dreams of yours.

Being a writer can feel like living on an iceberg. The conditions can be harsh, with untold challenges lying beneath the surface. However, with the right equipment and mindset, it’s possible to not only survive but thrive in what can be a magical world of opportunity. Professional writer and guest blogger Lashun William tells us how.

How can you harness the power of your words to make a real impact with your book? We explore rhetoric and 9 ways you can use it in your own writing to make sure your message is making the right impression on your readers.

What do you do when you find out the book you’ve been meticulously planning in your head has already been written? Number 1: don’t panic. Number 2: read our tips on how to banish the mindset gremlins and the practical steps you can take to make sure there is still room in the market for your book.

Book proposals are not just for authors submitting to publishing houses and literary agents. Guest blogger Celina Mina sets out a compelling case for why it’s the one thing every aspiring author needs to write before they start writing their book.

It’s the question every aspiring self-publishing author wants to know (and rightly so!): how much will it cost to self-publish my book? This article sets out the costs of self-publishing with some options to help you decide on how to invest in your book.

Have you ever wondered how books actually get printed? Is print on demand the only option for self-publishing authors? And what happens to books when they don't get sold? In this guest blog post, book mentor, editor and publishing consultant, Erin Chamberlain offers a fascinating insight into the book printing part of the publishing process.

With over 10 years editing experience, the founder of her own successful editorial company, and now author of Destination Author, who better to talk to about the self-publishing journey from the perspective of both an editor and an author! Kris shares her expertise on author mindset, her opinion on taking the self-publishing route and some must-read advice for first-time authors.

Every author wants an abundance of positive book reviews, right? This week I'm thrilled to share a guest blog post by editor and proofreader Debbie Emmitt. She shares her top tips on how to get those all-important book reviews, before, during and after your book launch, and the do's and don'ts of getting them.

Your final draft is finished and in the loving hands of your editor. It’s on to the next step of your publishing journey. But what can you do while your manuscript is getting the 5-star editorial treatment? Here are some tips to make the best use of this time and make sure your publishing schedule stays on track.

Anna Gilderson is the author of two fantastic books: Jesus for Kids and Movement, Prayer and Scripture. She shares her author story with us, along with her secret to publishing two books in less than a year!