Author Archives: Ann O'Brien

four color printing

Four Color Printing or One Color Printing: Which Is Best for Your Printing?

Are you perplexed by four color printing vs. one color printing? Whether you’re printing flyers for a garage sale, a magazine, or the third entry in your book series, you are always going to have to answer the question: Do … Continue reading »

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bedtime stories

Bedtime Stories: The Great Benefits of Reading

You enjoy snuggling with your child under the blankets while you while reading bedtime stories—maybe for the 20th time. It’s a fun, cozy time for both of you. Did you know that it’s also a powerful way to give a … Continue reading »

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reading print books

Reading Print Books: 9 Great Reasons People Still Do

Who’s reading print books? Would it surprise you to learn that print books outsell e-books? Although most writers immediately think of online publishing sites when they consider self-publishing, the reality is that most readers prefer print books. Consider these fun … Continue reading »

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developmental editing

Developmental Editing: How to Make a Good Book Better

What is developmental editing? If you’re a writer, you either know you have a way with words, or you have a great idea about a book that only you can write. Whether you’re a talented wordsmith or someone who’s never … Continue reading »

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real estate guide book

Real Estate Guide Book: How to Write a Great One

Looking to write a great real estate guide book? To be a successful real estate agent, you must show potential customers that you’re a trustworthy source of information about the local area, including its economy, its schools, and its housing … Continue reading »

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fiction book marketing

Fiction Book Marketing: Great Tips for Beginners

Interested in fiction book marketing? Knowing how to market a fiction book is an important part of becoming a successful self-published writer. Your book could be brilliant, but that won’t do much for you if nobody knows about it. The … Continue reading »

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Bestselling Author: 8 Proven Steps to Become One

Looking to become a bestselling author? Authors write books for lots of reasons but for some, the dream of becoming a bestselling author is what entices many writers to see if they can turn that dream into a reality. Topping … Continue reading »

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Grab Attention: A Great Start Will Grab Your Reader’s Attention

How do you grab attention to your story? The start of your story may be the most important thing you write. Some opening lines are so famous, they’ve become part of our everyday conversations. Can you start story with an … Continue reading »

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interior book design

Interior Book Design: A Great Design Is Important

One of the best investments you can make in your self-published writing career is to work with a professional who specializes in interior book design. Most writers aren’t book designers, and you don’t have time to learn the necessary skills … Continue reading »

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book tok

Book Tok: Hype or a Great Marketing Tool?

Wondering what Book Tok is? One of our favorite pastimes is pulling up a video to watch and the topics we can choose from cover every possible interest and topic imaginable. And while mindlessly scrolling through videos on platforms like … Continue reading »

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