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Get Your Book in Stores
Modern technology makes it easier to publish a book and sell it online. But some people still like buying their books inside brick-and-mortar buildings. To reach them, you'll need to get your book in stores. How can you make this happen? You don't have to work with a...
What If My Book Launch Flops?
After putting countless hours into your book, you run out of steam. Or life is simply too busy. Whatever the cause, you don't put much time into promoting your book in the early days of its release. So, your book launch flops. Disappointed as you are, there's...
Ingram Expands (and Shrinks) Their Trim Sizes
If you've ever wished you could make your little book a little bit littler, Ingram Spark has good news. You can! In a recent email announcement, they stated the following: You asked and we’ve listened! We are pleased to announce that you can now set up your paperback...
How to Write a Book
A blog about how to write a book seems an odd find on a book publisher's website. After all, publishers specialize in publishing books, not helping people write them. And to be honest, this article kind of is strange. Especially considering how short it is. But...
Meet Ann Cater
When Ann Cater came to Argyle Fox Publishing, she had a very clear vision for her book. As the publishing process moved forward, it became clear this was a special project. So who is Ann Cater? Read below to find out. First off, tell us a bit about yourself. Who is...
Paperback, Hardcover, or Ebook?
Thanks to print-on-demand technology, indie authors can have their books printed and distributed any way they want. For many, that means go with every possible option. But is it a good idea to offer your book as a paperback, hardcover, and ebook? That depends on two...
When to Capitalize Mom and Dad
You know them well and talk to them regularly. They raised you and made you breakfast, lunch, and dinner and taught you the power of contractions. But now you're writing about them, and you're not quite sure whether to capitalize mom and dad in your story or leave...
Why Is My Book Discounted on Amazon?
If you’re like most authors, you probably watch your Amazon listing like a hawk. At least you do at first. Then after a few weeks, months, or years, you stop popping in ever day. When you finally do give it a look, your book price has been slashed. Instead of people...
Too, To, or Two: Know the Difference
You know the problem. You're in the middle of writing when the dread settles in. You fear you used the wrong word. Should you use too, to, or two? You want to write a book people want to read. And that means you've got to get your words right. Well, calm down and keep...
Meet Crystal Cox Shimer
First off, tell us a bit about yourself. Who is Crystal Cox Shimer? I’m a married, forty-two-year-old licensed occupational therapist, who is currently a stay-at-home momma to my two-and-a-half-year-old daughter and now a budding children’s book author, thanks to...
#1 New Release in Children’s Zoo Books
Chattanooga, Tennessee, resident Ann Cater loves taking her grandchildren to the zoo. When her granddaughter lost her favorite water bottle there, Charlotte's Lost Water Bottle was born. With gorgeous illustrations from fellow Chattanoogan Joy Taylor, Cater is...
Meet Jessica Tabb
Ever had a story you couldn't get out of your head? Jessica Tabb has. That's where her first book, Little Moon, Little Moon, came from. In fact, this sweet picture book bounced around in her head from the age of seven! Keep reading to meet this new Argyle Fox...
Tab Button: Why Writers Shouldn’t Use It
You've used the tab button for years. It's how you indent after a new paragraph. But if you're a writer, it's time to do away with the tab key. Here's why to give it the boot and what to do instead. The Tab Key Wastes Your Time If you use the tab key, you follow the...
What Will You Pay to Publish Your Book?
Some people discount authors who pay to publish their books. But here’s the thing—no matter how you publish your book, you have to pay a price. The question, then, isn't whether you'll pay to publish. It's what you will pay. The Price of Traditional Publishing With...
Your Book Is One in 4 Million
Your book is something special. In fact, your best friend said it's one in a million. But your best friend is wrong. Your book is one in 4 million. According to research performed by Zippia, that's how many books get published every year. What's that mean for you?...
Meet Megan Nicolas
Kansas-based author Megan Nicolas (pictured above with her family) had a story worth telling. When a friend told her about Argyle Fox Publishing, she did some investigation and felt we were a good fit to get her story on bookshelves. Keep reading to learn more about...
This Book on Dyslexia Is Getting a Lot of Press!
When author Megan Nicolas approached Argyle Fox Publishing about her book, she just wanted to help one person. As word got around, it became clear that her book had a much larger audience. Now, it seems everyone is talking about Discovering My Dyslexia Superpowers!...
#1 New Release in Children’s Spanish Books
Rachel Cherry's delightful picture book, Poppy's Day at the Aquarium, is two weeks from its release date and has already gotten lots of attention. In fact, it's gotten so much attention that it earned Amazon.com's top spot as the #1 New Release in Children's Spanish...
Keep Your Book out of the Gutter
If you want your book to look professional and be easy to read, keep it out of the gutter. No, this isn’t a warning against writing trashy books. It’s a warning to keep your book’s content where it belongs. What’s a Book Gutter? The book gutter is where two facing...
Farther and Further—Which to Use?
You found a way to fit writing into your day. Every day, you've been pumping out word after word. Now, in the heat of a writing session, you get a brain freeze. Your character is being chased and needs to keep traveling, but you're unsure whether she should go further...
My Book Cover Is Missing on Amazon—Help!
Eek! I used Ingram Spark to print and distribute my book, but the cover image is missing on my Amazon listing. What do I do? If you said that before finding this blog, you're in luck. Because you've fallen upon the answer. What's the Problem? When you publish your...
#1 New Release in Children’s School Issues
Sometimes, it's clear that the world needs a book. That's the case with Kansas-based author Megan Nicolas's Discovering My Dyslexia Superpowers. Within the first week of its release, it became Amazon.com's #1 New Release in Children's School Issues. Saying What Needs...