What makes a book grab a reader’s attention at first glance? The story? The author? The blurb? While these choices can nudge a buyer to make a purchase, it’s a fourth option that stops a reader from scrolling mindlessly through a retailer’s search results: the...
One of the reasons book series are so successful is because readers aren’t always ready to let a character or characters go. They want to know what happens next—the continuation. If you’ve ever thought about someone from your childhood and thought, “I wonder...
As an entrepreneur, authoring a business book is a strategic move to cement your authority in your niche. It’s not just about compiling your insights; it’s about sharing your vision and lessons learned—invaluable both for your personal growth and your...
Welcome back to the third new edition of the book cover design awards. In the early days of The Book Designer, Joel Friedlander used to present monthly book cover design awards and we’re resurrecting the series (on a quarterly basis for now) to bring attention to some...
How do we get readers to engage with our stories? Interactive ebooks and print book enhancements! With shorter attention spans caused by ever-increasing distractions, storytellers often get caught in the slow lane of the content highway. It’s tough to move into the...