How to Market Your Nonfiction Book Before and After Launch

You’ve written your nonfiction book. You’ve edited it, formatted it, and published it — whether through traditional publishing or self-publishing. But here’s what many authors forget: Writing a book is just the beginning — marketing is what makes it successful. Even the best-written books can go unnoticed without a solid

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What Publishers and Agents Look for in Nonfiction Manuscripts

If you’re writing a nonfiction book — whether it’s a memoir, business guide, self-help title, or expert-driven work — one of the most important questions to ask yourself is: What do publishers and agents really look for in nonfiction manuscripts? Understanding this can help you write a book that not

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Common Reasons Literary Agents Reject Submissions (And How to Avoid Them)

You’ve spent months — maybe even years — working on your nonfiction book idea. You’ve written a compelling proposal, polished your sample chapters, and carefully researched literary agents who represent your genre. But after sending out dozens of query letters, you’re met with silence — or worse, polite rejections. What

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Author Platform 101: Why It Matters and How to Build Yours

If you’re writing a nonfiction book — whether it’s a memoir, business guide, or self-help title — there’s one thing that can make or break your success: your author platform. You may have heard this term before, but what does it really mean? An author platform is more than just

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How to Write a Winning Book Proposal
Book Writing Tips
Paul Glazer

How to Write a Winning Book Proposal: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you writing a nonfiction book — or thinking about starting one? If so, you may have heard that a book proposal is essential — especially if you’re submitting to literary agents or traditional publishers. But even if you’re planning to self-publish, crafting a strong proposal can help you clarify

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How to Find a Literary Agent
Book Publishing
Paul Glazer

How to Find a Literary Agent (Nonfiction)

Are you working on a nonfiction book — or thinking about writing one? Whether it’s a memoir, business guide, self-help title, or expert-driven work, securing a literary agent can be the key to unlocking traditional publishing opportunities. But how do you find the right agent? What should your query letter

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The Role of a Literary Agent vs A Publisher
Book Publishing
Jaime Wynn

The Role of a Literary Agent vs. A Publisher: What Authors Should Know

If you’re considering publishing a nonfiction book, you’ve probably come across two key players in the industry: literary agents and publishers. But what exactly do they do? And more importantly — do you need one or both? Understanding the difference between a literary agent and a publisher can help you

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Entertainment
Paul Glazer

10 Post-Apocalyptic Reads Like The Last of Us

If HBO’s gripping series The Last of Us has left you craving more stories about survival, zombies, and emotional human drama set in devastated worlds, you’ve come to the right place. The show—based on Naughty Dog’s acclaimed video game—offers not just thrilling action, but also deep character exploration and moral

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