by Christine Bode | Sep 1, 2026 | Book Marketing Tips
We’ve all heard that we shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. However, readers do it anyway. Book cover design for self-publishing authors matters because your cover makes promises before anyone reads your first sentence. I’ve recently read several excellent ARC books...
by Christine Bode | Aug 25, 2026 | Publishing Industry
Publishing your first book is exhilarating. I can still remember how excited I was. However, it can also feel like entering a country where everyone speaks a language you haven’t learned yet. These first-time author publishing tips come from something I see repeatedly...
by Christine Bode | Aug 22, 2026 | Book Reviews
Book Review by Christine Bode Publishing Information Title: The Observances: A Human – Infernal Cultural Exchange Initiative NovelAuthor: Luna Asli KolcuPublisher: Self-PublishedReleased: September 8, 2026Pages: 269ASIN: B0HCRGS2XBStars: 4.0...
by Christine Bode | Aug 18, 2026 | Book Reviews
Book Review by Christine Bode Publishing Information Title: The Day the Sky DiedAuthor: Jason GarmanPublisher: GARM Press Released: September 15, 2026Pages: 277ASIN: B0HB1WRCGWStars: 4.0 “Some doors should remain closed. Some discoveries should never...
by Christine Bode | Aug 11, 2026 | Editing Tips
During the finessing of a manuscript, every writer reaches that pivotal moment: Is my story ready for the world? The answer, more often than not, is no, not yet. Before your book can claim its rightful place on readers’ shelves, it needs feedback. But from whom? There...
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