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Self-Publishing: How Much Is Too Much?

9/17/2015

by Will Viharo

As every writer and reader knows by now, the self-publishing revolution has created a glut in the industry.

While this accessibility provides unprecedented opportunity for aspiring authors, there might be too much of a good thing. Not to mention a bad thing.

The marketplace is frankly overwhelmed by the number of writers vying for glory, or just a little attention.

Sometimes, especially in such an increasingly overcrowded field, less really can be more.

Retweets Actually DO Imply Some Form Of Endorsement, Sorry

9/16/2015

by Mary C Long

Is it time to say goodbye to the all-too-common disclaimer seen on social networking accounts telling us that “retweets do not imply endorsement?” It seems we’re abusing it and using it as an excuse to post whatever we want without consequence. Should this trend continue or should we own up to the fact that you really are what you tweet and like it or not, your retweets DO imply some form of endorsement.

Bust Through That Writer’s Block!

9/15/2015

by Will Viharo

There’s nothing more daunting for any writer than a blank page with a blinking cursor. Your mind feels completely frozen, so no ideas can flow. How do you fill it with words worth reading?

The best way to break through that seemingly impenetrable barrier is to simply start writing. Anything.

I know. Because I just now did the same exact thing.
And it worked! But there's a bit more to it than that...

How Can Local Ranking Help Your Business Grow?

9/14/2015

by Jason Walberg, Guest Contributor

What is Local Ranking?
Local ranking is slightly different from the “regular” search engine optimization ranking we’re familiar with. This kind of SEO is specific to businesses that have a local presence, and aim to use their online presence to attract some or all of their consumers in a specific locality to visit their physical premises. Here's how you can put it to work for your business.

Historians Must Embrace the Future to Survive

9/11/2015

by Kim Schutte

Every business acknowledges that to connect with potential customers they must have an online presence. But for public history venues – museums, living-history exhibits, etc. – the best way to navigate the potentially troubled waters of the Internet is still under debate. Should public history organizations even be online?

Raise Your Author Profile, Not Your Prices!

9/10/2015

by Will Viharo

It’s official: There are now more indie, self-published authors than traditionally published authors with books to sell, at least online.

This is largely due to the unprecedented accessibility of the eBook format, which does not discriminate due to experience, connections, or talent. It’s a virtual free-for-all in the literary marketplace these days, making it nearly impossible to stand out and get noticed.

But as in any noisy industry, money talks the loudest.

Tailoring Your Talent for Profit

9/8/2015

by Will Viharo

They say “write what you know.” Sound advice, even if it requires some research. But knowing your audience is just as important, especially if you want to actually earn money with your craft.

Some call this pandering. Most working writers call it smart. So how do you get to know your audience?

Has the Literary Digital Revolution Already Been Won?

9/3/2015

by Will Viharo

Despite the disappointing sales figures of eBooks this past year, they are here to stay. Why? In our technologically savvy era, almost any digital format is bound to surpass if not totally supplant analog/print formats because of its superiority in terms of storage and convenience.

This affects not only the volume of books being published, whether “selfie” or traditionally, but even how they’re being written…

Composing Dialogue That Sings

9/1/2015

by Will Viharo

Having a good ear for dialogue is an essential attribute of the conscientious fiction writer (or even non-fiction transcriber), just as a good ear for music is a crucial quality for any diligent musician.

But before you can strive for individuality of expression in the overcrowded literary marketplace, you first need to know the basics of creating imaginary exchanges that ring true, regardless of the creative context or your signature style...