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Writer’s Tips – Book Promo Services, Author Notes, Recommended Editors, Re-Purposing Old #Blog Posts, Animation with #Canva
Welcome to my July edition of Writer’s Tips. Typically, I clip and save these articles in a folder to share here for my writer friends and readers. We all know there is so much great information out in the ethers, but no way can we all come across the same information because there is just so much information available. From my nightly blog reads to my morning newsletter reads, when I come across a helpful post for writers, I save for future sharing.
I don’t like to overwhelm readers with too many links, but I promise you all that if you are an Indie author in particular, you will find these articles I curate here of interest at some point in bookwriting. So today here are some fine posts I’m happy to share. Today, two successful authors, Effrosyni and David Gaughran, both sharing great lists of book sites where we can promo our books, complete with details and pricing. Natalie Ducey has a new tutorial on creating animated posts with Canva. Marcia and John are both contributors now at the Story Empire, offering valuable tips on writing notes and video lighting. Jessica wrote a great entertaining instructional on the use of Italics. KM Weiland shares a list of editors and their specialties. And Hugh is back with more good ideas on how to re-purpose older blog posts. Check it out and save them for later reference!
Are you an author looking for assistance? Whatever your need, chances are you’ll find a pointer or two here! Browse through Effrosyni’s FREE resources at your leisure and make sure to bookmark this page.
Source: Book promotion ideas, free book submission | Welcome to Effrosyni Writes
David Gaughran gives us a deeper look into some recommended Book Promo Sites.
https://davidgaughran.com/best-promo-sites-books/
Marcia Meara in her featured writer’s column at the Story Empire shares some great info for authors on what to do with ‘author’s notes’ in our books.
Author’s Notes: Another Terrific Opportunity!
Blogging guru, Hugh Roberts with some great tips on re-purposing our old blog posts.
3 Quick And Easy Ways To Promote Your Old Blog Posts
Natalie Ducey has a helpful post on How to Make Animated Pinterest Posts on Canva.
Looking for an editor? K.M. Weiland of Helping Writers Become Authors, shares a list of recommended professional editors.
Jessica Norrie has an insightful article on how and when to use Italics.
John Howell has recently become a contributor at the Story Empire, and he has a helpful article out on how to use the best lighting when making videos.
Tips To Succeed On a Video Interview
I hope you found something helpful!
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49 Comments
Pete Springer
I think it’s so interesting that we often find the same great writer resources even though no one has directed us there. You chose many of the same sites/people that I regularly follow. Jane Friedman is another fabulous resource.
dgkaye
Well then you are on a good path Pete. Jane Friedman and Joanna Penn were the first pioneers I followed when learning the self-pub biz. 🙂
Terri Webster Schrandt
You always share good nuggets, Deb, very useful, thank you!
dgkaye
Thank you, and glad you find useful Terri x
Marje
Lots of good resources. Thanks for sharing Debby. 🙂
dgkaye
My pleasure Marje. Hope you found something for yourself here <3
Toni Pike
You always have such a great collection of tips and advice, Debby – thanks so much for sharing these. Toni x
dgkaye
Thanks Toni. I do read so many blogs and newsletters and try to pick out the most pertinent for my writing friends. <3
Joy Lennick
Thanks, Deb. Always helpful and interesting. Hope you and your husband are doing OK. You doubtless saw that ‘im indoors celebrated his 92nd on Monday, It was the very devil taking away his skate-board…Upwards and onwards. Hugs xx
dgkaye
Say what girl? Who is 92????? Not you? Yes, stay indoors!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hugs and love to you and hubby Joy <3 xx
Hugh W. Roberts
Thanks so much for including a link to one of my recent blogging tips posts, Debby. It’s an honour to be amongst such brilliant writers and authors.
Have a lovely weekend.
dgkaye
My absolute pleasure Hugh. Your blogging instructionals are invaluable to many. Happy weekend my friend. <3
Norah Colvin
Thanks for all these wonderful links, Debby. You are so helpful putting them altogether. I’ll have to come back for some of them another time. 🙂
dgkaye
My pleasure Norah. They’ll be here when your ready 🙂 x
Norah Colvin
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Natalie Ducey
Thanks for another awesome share, Debby! And for including my Canva post, too. You rock! xo
dgkaye
Love your instructionals Natalie. Must share with others. <3 xx
Olga Núñez Miret
Thanks, Debby. Although I’m focusing on other things at the moment, I know where to come to find a good selection. Thanks to all the authors and bloggers for their hard work. ♥
dgkaye
Thanks Olga. Welcome anytime <3
Jacqui Murray
Great list. Hugh is always a good read and Natalie–that woman is amazing with the detail and visual she uses to explain what could be complicated concepts. Kudos!
dgkaye
Agreed on both counts. Thanks Jacqui. 🙂
Diana Peach
Another great curation, Debby. I always find a bunch of links to follow through on. Thanks!
dgkaye
Well then my work is done, lol. Thanks Diana. I’m happy to be helpful <3 OHHHHH and guess what book I'm reading? The Mermaid and the Bear! LOL <3
Jim Borden
thanks, Debby, for another great collection of resources. It’s nice knowing that all these resources can be found in one place so that I know where to go when I need some help (which is often..)
dgkaye
Lol, happy to help Jim. Just hop over and click on ‘writer’s tips’ tag in search bar and you can find lots 🙂
Chuck Jackson
Hi Debby,
These are excellent sources, and I will take your advice and bookmark them for future reference. One of the sources I follow is Derek Haines. He is always a great source of marketing tips with Amazon.
dgkaye
Hi Chuck. Happy to help. And yes, I used to follow Derek, time for a visit. <3
Joy Lennick
Hi Debs, Glad you’re both OK. I have heard that Toronto has been victim of some flooding? Hope your feet are dry? Take care!! Hugs xx
dgkaye
Yes! A crazy flash storm hit the west part of my city. 60 mm of rain in half an hour. The humidity is to blame. Happy to announce, we weren’t hit with any rain! <3
Pamela
Oh my, a grouping of great links that I need to get to. I’m always grateful that I can come back to your blog site whenever I want, because there is SO MUCH here and I can’t take it all in at once. Many, many thanks for your efforts to help us all in the writing community. <3
dgkaye
My pleasure to share the goods Pam. Yes, feel free to visit anytime, type ‘writer tips’ in the search box and enjoy lots of great stuff from our community <3
sally cronin
A comprehensive list with something for everyone this month Debby… thanks for sharing…hugs ♥
dgkaye
Thanks so much Sal. I do my best <3 xx
Vashti Q
I love these posts, Debby! You always include such helpful resources. K.M. Weiland is great. I’ve been following her posts for years. Thank you, my friend! 😀 <3
dgkaye
Yay, thanks for the kudos. I try to find the best. Glad you approve my friend. <3 xxx
Sherri Matthews
Thanks so much for this wonderfully informative and helpful post, Deb. Have bookmarked as always 🙂 <3 xoxo
dgkaye
Wonderful Sher. You are well-armed for when you need the info, lol <3 xoxo
Sherri Matthews
For sure, Deb. Love & hugs lovely one <3 <3 <3 xxxxx
dgkaye
<3 xxxxx
Roberta Eaton Cheadle
Thanks for sharing these useful posts, Debby. I have noticed the Story Empire is expanding its contributors. It’s nice as it provides lots of experience, perspectives and variety.
dgkaye
Very true Robbie. Marcia and John are a refreshing addition for sure. 🙂 x
Jennie Fitzkee
A great collection of resources and advice. Thanks, Debby! Please know that I ‘like’, even though your website doesn’t let me do that.
dgkaye
Thanks Jennie. And I appreciate you visiting. I don’t know why you can’t like? 🙁 xx
carol Balawyder
Thanks, Debby. This is really helpful. <3
dgkaye
My pleasure Carol <3
Elaine Mansfield
Thanks for all the delicious tidbits, Debby. My focus is on raising Monarch butterflies and a puppy at the moment, but I keep my writing going–from the place of confusion and not knowing where I’m going. At this point, persistence and my weekly writing group are my friends. I worry about the lack of focus, but have dreams containing many eggs. Something will hatch sooner or later. Thanks again for excellent resources.
dgkaye
Hi Elaine. Thanks for sharing some of yourself. Yes, it seems many of us writers haven’t been in concentration mode, it goes with the times. Book writing has been hindered but he writing hasn’t stopped. For many of us, it’s our sanity. And sure enough, lots of eggs will hatch eventually. For now, just stay safe. 🙂
Effrosyni Moschoudi
Wonderful resources for authors! And thank you for the mention, Debby. I really appreciate it. Lovely to see our mutual friends Olga and Sally here on your fine blog, too 🙂
dgkaye
Thank you Effy, and thanks for all you do too to keep our community informed <3