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[Video] Common Errors to Avoid in Your Book ProposalSubmitting your book proposal to a publishing house is a defining moment in your writing journey. It's exciting! But it's also terrifying....
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[Podcast] Book Coach Lisa Tener on How to Navigate Feedback from EditorsAll you see is red. A bloodied marked-up manuscript. You’ve finished writing your manuscript and were excited to share your...
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[Video] Writing a Successful Book Proposal: Differentiating Yourself from CompetitorsAre comps actually important to include in a book proposal? According to book proposal expert Lisa Tener, the answer is yes. Book...
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[Podcast] Amy Davies on How to Build a Following on LinkedIn that Translates to New OpportunitiesBuilding a following on a social media platform is necessary for thought leaders. But it’s also hard. Not knowing the ins and outs...
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[Video] How to Write a Book ProposalIf you want to land an agent or publisher, you have to write a book proposal. But how do you write a proposal? Lisa Tener, book proposal coach...
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[Podcast] How to Write about Difficult Topics in MemoirsWriting a memoir is a deeply personal journey. It’s a journey that leads writers through the most profound, intimate, and traumatic...
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[Video] How to Know If Your Idea Is Good Enough for a BookDo you ever wonder if your idea is good enough for a book? We all fear that our idea may not be strong enough for a book. That it may...
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[Podcast] How to Develop a Creative Idea for Your Nonfiction BookAbout a decade ago, Dr. Henning Beck, a neuroscientist, bestselling author and former Hertie PhD scholar at the Graduate School of Cellular...
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[Video] How to Write DialogueWell-written dialogue brings your characters to life and makes your book more engaging. However, writing dialogue isn't just...
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[Podcast] Octavia Goredema on Finding Support throughout the Book Writing JourneyThe book writing journey is both a thrilling and daunting endeavor. Pitching a book to a publisher and the marketing phase afterwards can...
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[Video] What Is a Scene?Scene writing is key to writing a commercially viable memoir or nonfiction book. But too many new writers struggle to write their...
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[Podcast] Becky Robinson on How to Cultivate Online FollowersAll thought leaders want to make an impact on their sphere of influence. It’s what is popularly known as “reach.” Becky...
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[Video] How to Write Tension in a MemoirWriting a memoir is more than just recounting events. It's about bringing your story to life in a way that captivates readers. One key...
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[Video] How to Structure a Commercially Viable MemoirWriting a memoir is a personal journey. But when it comes to creating a commercially viable memoir, there are key structural elements to consider....
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[Podcast] How to Capture and Preserve Your Family StoryIn the most recent episode of "The Family Business Podcast," Melissa Parks and Dave Goetz offer tips and strategies on how to capture and...
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[Video] Determining The "Why" of Your MemoirMemoirists often believe a memoir is all about them. It's their story, after all. However, crafting a memoir isn't just about...
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[Podcast] Virginia Frischkorn on Hosting Successful Book Launch EventsAn author’s book launch is a significant—and memorable—step in the writing and publishing journey. The book launch event...
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[Video] The Key Tenets to Writing a Commercially Viable MemoirCrafting a captivating memoir is all about structuring pivotal moments, embracing vulnerability, and ditching binary narratives. Join...
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[Tipster] Lessons about Nonfiction Writing from Martin Luther King Jr.By: Allison Parks “What does Martin Luther King Jr. mean to you?” I was in seventh grade when my English teacher asked us to...
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[Podcast] Jordan Rosenfeld on Storytelling Techniques to Use in Nonfiction WritingRemember those college lectures where you struggled to stay awake? Maybe your professor spoke in a monotonous voice. Or maybe the...
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[Podcast] Jordan Rosenfeld on Strategies for Creating a Page Turner in NonfictionDo you remember the last book you put down and never picked up? Do you remember why you gave up on it? The most likely reason is that...
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[Video] How to Write a Memoir: Legacy vs. Commercially ViableAre you writing a memoir ? Do you know what type of memoir you're writing? Some writers are writing a memoir to share their family...
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[Tipster] Manifesting a Productive Writing LifeBy: Melissa Parks I’ve always hated the word “manifest.” It seemed like hocus-pocus New Age mumbo-jumbo. Passive. Like rubbing...
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[Podcast] How to Uncover the Thesis of Your Nonfiction BookEvery nonfiction book needs a thesis. Why? A thesis directs your book's narrative. It's the backbone of your work, offering readers a clear...
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[Podcast] Which Form Should Your Content Take?Ready to expand your influence and reach your ideal audience? Tune in to PPI's latest podcast episode with Melissa Parks and Dave Goetz...
