by Andy McMahon | Mar 21, 2025 | Publishing
It’s exciting to start talking about publishing your book. In all of the excitement of the potential of holding your book in your hand, authors always ask, “How long will it take me to get from manuscript to published book?” Truthfully, it depends....
by Andy McMahon | Mar 20, 2025 | Publishing
Self-publishing has transformed the literary world. Gone are the days where authors have to wait for a publishing house’s approval, gain a million followers or fight through endless rejection letters. The barriers are lower, the control is higher, and the dream of...
by Andy McMahon | Mar 19, 2025 | Advice, Author Success, Editing, Publishing, The Publishing Process, Writing Process
Finishing a book is a huge accomplishment, but knowing when it’s ready to publish is another challenge altogether. Writers often wrestle with the question, wondering if they’ve revised enough, if their message is clear, or if their book will resonate with readers. The...
by Andy McMahon | Mar 17, 2025 | Publishing
The dream of publishing a book is exciting, but the rise of self-publishing has also led to an increase in scams targeting new authors. Many companies promise the world but deliver disappointment, draining your wallet and leaving you with a subpar book and a sour...
by Andy McMahon | Mar 16, 2025 | Advice, Publishing, The Publishing Process
When you’re ready to publish a book, one question you might have is about ISBNs. What is an ISBN, and do you actually need one? An ISBN, or International Standard Book Number, is a unique identifier assigned to books. It helps bookstores, libraries, and online...
