Read notes and musings from Nicole Schroeder, offering an inside look at the magazine's direction, themes, and the decision-making process behind what makes it to print.
Life is a daring adventure or nothing at all. - Helen Keller There comes a point in an author’s career when they need to be daring. For most of us, publishing the first book is our first bold step. But after that, we face the decisions of going full...
“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” - Walt Disney You’ve written your book, edited it until it shines, and now you’re ready to send it out into the world. But how? What retailers should you use? What do all the...
For the last four issues we have helped you get your manuscript to be its best version. Now, it's time to decide how you are going to release that manuscript into the world as your book. In this issue, we look at your distribution options—from all the...
Editing can be a daunting part of the writing process. Whether a critique partner, beta readers, or an editor, it’s the first time eyes other than yours are seeing your story. Knowing what kind of editor you need and how to find one can be overwhelming. But the process...
Or is it salvation? The right editor will be your partner, helping polish your words so your story shines. But how do you know if an editor is right? A highly-acclaimed editor of techno-thrillers may be completely the wrong choice to edit your Regency Romance. Finding the editor that’s...
“Judge a book by its cover.” We're told not to, but we all do it. First impressions count, and this is your chance. What will your cover tell the world about your story? In this issue, we explore some of the design elements that make a cover stand...
