Recently I was on a panel to discuss How to Market Through Email Newsletters. It was broadcast on YouTube and sponsored by TBRcon and the site, FanFicAddict.com. Join us — moderator/publisher Caroline Lambe and...
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In this Q&A with Andrea Reider, she shares her experience typesetting with mainstream publishing and self published author alike.
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“Reading? No Judgment Here” encourages readers to explore different formats and genres, and to embrace the joy of reading without judgment.
Beth Barany interviewed on “The Writing Coach Podcast” with Kevin T Johns. *** I was honored to be interviewed by Kevin T Johns for his podcast, “The Writing Coach Podcast.” Get a look into...
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