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IngramSpark Removes Setup and Revision Fees
Authors, rejoice! IngramSpark announced that you'll no longer have to pay $49 to set up your book. Want to revise your title after publishing? You can do that for free also—just do it within the first 60 days of publication. (No more $25 fee per book part.) All this...
Your Book Is a Business
Your book is a lot of things. Originally, it's a dream. As you begin developing the story, it becomes your baby. Once you publish, it becomes reality—something you can hold and touch, give away and sell. Throughout the process, your book is a business. For writers who...
How to Download IngramSpark Reports for Tax Season
Tax season is stressful. So stressful that even the IRS offers tips to cut down on tax season-induced stress. One of the first tips: gather your records. For authors, that can be tricky. But if you use IngramSpark to print and distribute your book, getting your...
Teachers Pay Teachers: Get Your Book in Classrooms
Looking for a smart way to sell more books? Teachers Pay Teachers may be just what your book sales need. Learn how this helps get your book in classrooms by watching the conversation between author/illustrator Traci Champion and Argyle Fox Publishing Founder Daniel...
Picture Book Pacing 101
When a book moves too slowly, you put it down. While you may think this only happens with novels and nonfiction works, picture book pacing is just as important. So, you better get it right. Pacing beyond Children's Books In novels and nonfiction, pace is affected by a...
The Power of Contractions
At some point in life, you learned about contractions, and your world changed. With a little apostrophe, you could suddenly combine two words into one. Then, something changed. After years of saying can't, don't, and wouldn't, you fell back into old habits. Do not,...
Book Publisher Red Flags: 3 Reasons to Run
Finding a good book publisher used to be easy. There were only a handful, so you didn't have many options. Of course, getting published was borderline impossible, but at least you knew where to turn. Today, new book publishing companies crop up weekly. While many of...
Choosing Your Publish Date
Timing matters when releasing your book. Whether it's your first, second, or thirty-third, sending it into the wild at the right time can help its early days go smoothly. In other words, the right publish date gives your book the best shot at success. So, when should...
Meet Maverick Malone
Poets feel deeply. Maverick Malone, author of Pressed Petals, is a textbook example. However, Maverick Malone is a unique creature. Her poetry is poignant and sincere, and her personality is playful and mischievous. Keep reading to meet this playful, purpose-driven...
Use Less Dialogue for a Better Book
Our world moves quickly. We drive fast cars, fly across the world in a few hours, and watch screens that jump from scene to scene in an instant. Let your characters talk too much, and your book will move slowly. Have a slow-moving book, and you'll lose readers. If you...
Misprinted Books from IngramSpark? Here’s What to Do.
It felt like it took eternity, but it finally arrived. When you rip open the box from IngramSpark, something's not right. You have misprinted books. Unfortunately, misprints and other mistakes are a part of life. But they don't have to be the end of your story. Here's...
What Publisher Pays the Highest Royalty?
When you sign a contract with a book publisher, getting the highest royalty possible allows you to make the most money possible. Sound like something you want to do? Here's what to expect from different types of publishers. Traditional Publishing Payments Considering...
Meet Debbie Wilburn
Debbie Wilburn's dog, Lucy, was more than a pet. She was family. To honor her memory, Debbie created My Lucy, a touching book that any animal lover will appreciate. Get to know Debbie below. First off, tell us about yourself. Who is Debbie Wilburn? I live in a small...
Pen Names: 3 Reasons Not to Use One
At some point, many authors consider using a pen name. Tempting as it may be, it may cause more headache than it's worth. Here are three reasons to stick with your real name. First, Let's Define Pen Names A pen name is a fake name. Instead of publishing your books...
Meet Helaine Schechtman
Sometimes, family stories grow larger than life. That's what happened to Helaine Schechtman. To keep the story alive and well, she turned it into an adorable children's book, The Blueberry Bull. Learn about her story and her process of writing and illustrating her...
Meet Kelsey Cline
Looking for a fun way to teach basic concepts to your little ones? Kelsey Cline has you covered. With her first book, Countdowns All Around, she published her first educational book that will engage children in the learning process. And don't worry—there are more...
Charlotte the Shark Hits the Airwaves
We love when good things happen for our authors. Recently, something good happened to children’s book author Catherine Tally. The author of Charlotte the Shark Won't Go to Sleep, Charlotte was featured on the podcast "What's on Your Plate?" During the podcast, host...
When Should I Create My IngramSpark Account?
You've weighed the options and have decided to let IngramSpark print and distribute your book. So, when should you create your IngramSpark account? Create Your IngramSpark Account Today Let's cut to the chase. If you plan to print with IngramSpark, there's no reason...
Catching Illustrator Con Artists
Looking to have your picture book illustrated by a pro? Be careful. There are illustrator con artists out there, eager to take your money and rip you off. If this is your first book, getting scammed can really sour you on book publishing. Fortunately, it's fairly easy...
Meet Nicole Mayfield
When Nicole Mayfield approached Argyle Fox Publishing, we were intrigued. The topic of her book—loss of a loved one—was familiar, but unique. We’d never seen a book quite like it, and we were eager to help bring it to life. Published in May 2023, My Nana Is Near...
Meet Amanda Midkiff
If you wrote a book and haven’t published it yet, you’re not alone. Many are in the same boat. Amanda Midkiff was for decades. That all changed when she found Argyle Fox Publishing while out of school for a snow day. Get to know her and her story below! Let’s get...
Should Authors Use Square?
A lot of book sales take place online. But that's not the only way to get books in readers' hands. You can still move books at in-person events. To do that well, you need a way to make the sell. Should authors use Square in these situations? In a word, yes. After all,...