From time to time in this space, WestBow Press publishes articles written by our authors in which they share tips and pointers for other authors. The following are the words of Dan Salerno; author of “20 Short Ones.” Dan, who previously shared the story of his personal publishing journey last July, returns to contribute his perspectives on the…
Read moreFrom time to time in this space, WestBow Press publishes articles written by our authors in which they share some aspect of their self-publishing journeys. The following are the words of Teresa K. Page; author of “My Journey to Wholeness.” To begin your self-publishing journey, get your free WestBow Press publishing guide today! Saturday, August…
Read moreGoodreads is a “social cataloging” site that has become a hub for connecting authors and readers. A popular marketing tool authors and publishers have employed in recent years are Goodreads Giveaways. With more than 20 million monthly visitors, Goodreads — which was acquired by Amazon in 2013 — provides a valuable platform to allow unknown…
Read morePete Nikolai, publisher of WestBow Press and director of publishing services for Harper Collins Christian Publishing, is a frequent attendee and presenter at industry events. Last month Nikolai spoke at the Orange County Christian Writers Conference and, in June, he will present at the Southern Christian Writers Conference. Nikolai looks forward to these gatherings as “they provide…
Read moreFrom time to time in this space, WestBow Press publishes articles written by our authors in which they share their tips and strategies that have helped them achieve a successful self-publishing journey. The following are the words of Laurie Norlander, author of “Mirror Images.” My self-publishing journey began atypically when I received an email announcing my novel, Mirror Images,…
Read moreFrom time to time in this space, WestBow Press publishes articles written by our authors in which they share their tips and strategies that have helped them achieve a successful self-publishing journey. The following are the words of William “Chris” Shelton, author of “It’s Okay, You’re With My Father.” Working as an investigator in child protective services for over ten…
Read moreFrom time to time in this space, WestBow Press publishes articles written by our authors in which they share their tips and strategies that have helped them achieve a successful self-publishing journey. The following are the words of Sandy Betgur, author of God’s Song: Psalms in Rhyming Meter Being an exhibitor at a trade show, convention, seminar, or…
Read moreFrom time to time in this space, WestBow Press publishes brief accounts, written by our authors, about how self-publishing their books has affected their lives. The following are the words of Eileen K Parsons; author of “The First Rose of Summer.” Prior to publishing my novel, “The First Rose of Summer,” if anyone had ever said to…
Read moreFrom time to time in this space, WestBow Press publishes brief accounts, written by our authors, about how self-publishing their books has affected their lives. The following are the words of Sarah Hixon; author of “Nuggets: Establishing a Daily Quiet Time:” I wanted to share some of my learning in regards to marketing and book…
Read moreWe just got back from one of the largest book fairs we attend each year: the Miami Book Fair International from Nov. 16 – 18. It’s an exciting event filled with hundreds of booths offering everything from the world’s smallest books to a vibrant children’s section. WestBow Press helps authors host their own book signing…
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