by Joel Friedlander | Jul 25, 2012 | Author Blogging 101, Marketing, Self-Publishing, Social Media
When you start an author blog, you’re likely to begin by reading the work of other bloggers. Like any other field, people who have already had success doing what we’re trying to do show us the path to our goal. On the way, there are lots of lessons to...
by Joel Friedlander | Oct 2, 2011 | Self-Publishing, Social Media
I’ll admit that I’m head-down and deep into a project long in the making. But not so head-down that I missed the amazing writing you’re about to read. And whatever you do, don’t miss the first one, because we all have to be ready for the age of...
by Joel Friedlander | Sep 26, 2010 | Self-Publishing, Social Media
As the fall heats up, so too do the blogs where people talk books, book marketing, self-publishing and the new world that’s unfolding around us. This week is an unusually rich stew of talk, ideas, suggestions, transcendental design and practical, down-to-earth...
by Joel Friedlander | May 30, 2010 | Self-Publishing, Social Media
The BookExpo America has come and gone, and the statistics on eBooks look stronger than ever. Amidst the uncertainty about the future, there’s lots of books to publish. And that means lots of books to sell. A look at special sales, an “Author-services...
by Joel Friedlander | Jan 17, 2010 | Social Media, Writing
As the new year starts to unroll its mysteries, the blogosphere gets back up to speed, and writers and bloggers look toward what is likely to be a tumultuous time. Here’s what caught my eye this week. Joanna Penn on Publetariat Why Writers Need to Embrace...