Publishing Scams on the High Seas: The Dream That Isn’t Real For nonfiction authors sailing the often stormy waters of publishing, the journey can feel exciting—especially when a literary agent, publisher, or film producer comes calling. But beware: not every opportunity is what it seems. In this post, we’ll explore how to identify fake publishers, …
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You’ve written your manuscript. You’re excited, hopeful, maybe even contacted by a publisher. But before you sign anything, you must know how to avoid the Author Trap. Every week, I hear from authors who fell for what seemed like dream opportunities. They paid thousands, got a PDF file, maybe saw their book listed on …
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When you’re holding a completed nonfiction manuscript in your hands, the next question often hits hard: “Should I hire an editor?” The real question is—Should you edit your own work first? Absolutely. But that doesn’t mean going it alone from start to finish. It means taking responsibility for the first round of revision to make …
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Why the Elements of a WOW Book Matter If you’ve written your first, second, or even fourth draft but haven’t published yet, this is the perfect moment to pause and ask yourself: Does my book have the Elements of a WOW Book? At Author Nation, we help nonfiction authors go From Idea to Impact, …
Why a Media Kit Alone Won’t Get You Coverage You created a media kit. It looks great. It’s sitting in your Google Drive… and now what? If you’re wondering how to go from media kit to media coverage, you’re not alone. Many nonfiction authors build a beautiful media kit and then freeze, unsure how to …
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Why Authors Struggle After Publishing a Book A lot of nonfiction authors come to me with the same concern about the path to profits for authors: “I’ve written this book, it’s out in the world… but I’m not making the impact I hoped for, and the money isn’t flowing either. What do I do …
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Want to grab your readers right at the beginning with your nonfiction book? Grab my free Guide, ‘From Overwhelmed to Writing’ here: Writing Guide. Are you a nonfiction author looking to captivate your readers from the very first sentence? You’re in the right place! Crafting unforgettable book openings and creating curiosity in book introductions isn’t …
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Want to master your storytelling technique in your nonfiction book? Grab my free Writing Guide here: Writing Guide As nonfiction authors, you want your research to do more than inform — you want it to move your reader. But how do you bridge the gap between dry data and emotional impact? Read on to see …
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If your writing is packed with powerful insights, but your readers still tune out, you’re not alone. The truth is data doesn’t engage. Why Data Alone Doesn’t Engage Readers Problem number one: your data are right, but your readers don’t care.When you’re writing something meaningful, maybe even world-changing, but the audience skims, smiles, nods, and …
Unlock the secret to writing your book with leadership energy so you can share your message with clarity, confidence, and impact. Listen on Your Favorite Podcast Platform Author Nation sits down with leadership communication expert Dr. Laura Sicola to unpack a frustration many nonfiction authors face: knowing what they want to say but struggling to …
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