Should You Credit Your Illustrator?

Should You Credit Your Illustrator?

If you hire someone to illustrate your children’s book, there’s a question you must answer before you go to press. Should you credit your illustrator? The short, clean answer: Yes. Yes, you should. Want a little more meat on that answer bone? Keep reading...
Meet Tracy Albanese-Costanza

Meet Tracy Albanese-Costanza

Some writers wait a long time to publish their books. Children’s author Tracy Albanese-Costanza waited decades to publish her first book, Sunday Dinner. What kept her from pursuing her dream, and what advice does she have for you? Read below to find out. Let’s get...
Great Books About Writing

Great Books About Writing

Want your writing skills to shine? You need expert help. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of great books about writing that can guide you on your publishing journey. Unlike the textbooks your teacher handed out in middle school, these books aren’t dry and...
My Book Cover Isn’t Showing on Amazon!

My Book Cover Isn’t Showing on Amazon!

You published your book and are thrilled to have family and friends order it. But there’s a problem. Your book cover isn’t showing on Amazon. Everything else about your book is there, but the cover has disappeared. While there’s little you can do...
How Much Does It Cost to Self-Publish a Novel?

How Much Does It Cost to Self-Publish a Novel?

If you’re reading this, you probably wrote a book. Or you’re thinking about it. Either way, you want to know how much it costs to self-publish a novel. The truth is that there is no set price. But there are some general guidelines to help on your journey....