Gabriela Gonzales, Author at Author Nation

Exploring Publishing vs. Distribution: Published Doesn’t Mean Your Book is in the Stores

Publishing and distribution are two fundamental pillars in the journey of bringing a book to readers. But they are not the same thing! Understanding the nuances of each is crucial to navigate the complex world of book publishing successfully. We are going to be exploring publishing vs. distribution, and delving into how traditional publishers, self-published …

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Memoirs as Tools for Change

Discover the transformative power of memoirs to craft impactful narratives, empower survivors, and initiate conversations on sensitive topics. In this episode of Author Nation Interviews, we dive into the profound impact of memoirs as tools for societal change. Our guest, Yvonne Sandomir, shares her journey of turning trauma into triumph through her memoir, “The Invisible …

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Creativity and Play Go Hand in Hand

Leave a Comment / Wordsmith Mastery: Write Your Book / By Gabriela Gonzales

I am on a mission to start being creative again. When I saw John Cleese’s book on creativity, Creativity: A Short and Cheerful Guide, I picked it up. It was, as the title suggests, short. It took me under an hour to read. And one of the most important lessons I relearned was this: creativity …

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Steps to Crowdfunding Success for Authors

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Are you an author ready to bring your nonfiction book project to life through crowdfunding? Launching a successful crowdfunding campaign requires careful planning and execution. Today, we’ll explore the essential steps to achieve crowdfunding success tailored specifically for authors. 1. Create a Budget Develop a detailed budget outlining all expenses associated with your book project. Research …

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Successful Book Crowdfunding Campaign Strategies

The Essential Elements of a Successful Book Crowdfunding Campaign

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The Essential Elements of a Successful Book Crowdfunding Campaign Wouldn’t we all want to plan and execute a successful book crowdfunding campaign? But what makes a campaign successful? Early I wrote on mistakes, you can check that out here. Today, we are digging into the elements of a successful crowdfunding campaign for authors. I’ve witnessed …

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How to Avoid Book Crowdfunding Mistakes

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Embarking on a crowdfunding campaign for your book can be an exciting prospect, full of promise and potential. However, without proper strategies and planning, your campaign might not succeed. One of the most challenging obstacles is a lack of or limited audience engagement. We’ll explore strategies to avoid book crowdfunding mistakes. 1. Insufficient Pre-Launch Preparation …

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Navigating Writing Risks with AI

Leave a Comment / Author Mindset, Wordsmith Mastery: Write Your Book / By Gabriela Gonzales

While some of us are excited about using AI, we need to think things through rather than use it with blind enthusiasm. AI can’t distinguish between public and private information, and if it learns private information about us, it will expose that information to anyone using AI. It doesn’t matter if we inadvertently add that …

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Unlocking AI Content Creation Potential

Leave a Comment / Author Mindset, Wordsmith Mastery: Write Your Book / By Gabriela Gonzales

What if you could tap into the power of AI content creation and effortlessly unleash your creativity with AI writing tools? It’s time to delve into the realm of AI tools for authors, focusing on unlocking the potential of AI content creation. Discover how nonfiction authors can elevate their writing process, research, and overall productivity …

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