WRITING WIVES BLOG

And it's a lie too many authors tell themselves on a daily basis. Let's break down what's really going on.

Last time I told you that you can learn to make the lightning yourself. Here is the actual blueprint, part by part, with the receipts.

Defining your audience is not the enemy of your art. It is the thing that lets you keep making it, and keep supporting your dreams.

If the word marketing makes you want to run for the hills, this one is for you. Here is the whole thing in one sentence, plus the funnel that makes it real.

Amazon is doomed. Ads are dead. KU is a cage. KU is the future. While everyone argues, someone quieter is building an empire. Let it be you.

I could tell you this works. I would rather let the authors in the room tell you, and then teach you the filter that keeps you sane.

Social media is wonderful for being found. It is terrible at being remembered. Here is the asset that actually belongs to you.

You made a little money. Not enough to hire help. You are doing all of it yourself and drowning. Let me take three things off your plate by telling you they are the only ones that count.

Everyone thinks the most important marketing tool is ads. It is not. It is the thing you give away.

Most of your sales are won or lost before a reader ever reaches Chapter One. Here is how to win them on purpose.