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Traditional vs. Self-Publishing: What Every Author Needs to Know

As an author, you're faced with a crucial decision: Should you pursue traditional publishing or take the self-publishing route? Both paths have their merits and challenges. Let's break it down. Traditional

by Derek Murphy

How to Publish a Book

Unlock Success: The Ultimate Guide to Self-Publishing Your First Book

You have a story to tell, and you're ready to share it with the world through self-publishing. Great! I'm here to guide you through each step of this exciting journey.

by Derek Murphy

Writing and publishing

5 Writing Tips That Can Turn Any Newbie Into A Best-Selling Author

Embarking on the journey to write your first book? That's thrilling! And probably a little daunting, too. But don't worry, every best-selling author was once a newbie, too. To help

by Derek Murphy

How to Make a Book Cover

What Top Publishers Will Never Tell You About Book Design

You've heard it before: Don't judge a book by its cover. But let's be real, we all do it. A book's design plays a crucial role in grabbing readers' attention

by Derek Murphy

Writing and publishing

7 Unforgivable Mistakes Every Self-Published Author Should Avoid

Writing and self-publishing your own book is an exciting adventure, and it comes with its own set of challenges. I've been there, and I've seen others trip up along the

by Derek Murphy

book marketing

How I colluded with Russians to sell 4000 copies of my first book

In this email I'm going to tell you how I colluded with Russians to sell 4000 copies of my first book, and why it was a big mistake. But first, let me

by Derek Murphy