Publishing

What Snooki Can Teach Us about Writing

Why do people like "Snooki" get to the top of the best seller list? The answer may surprise you

(Before you throw your computer, read it.)

I am sure than many of you lit your manuscript on fire and threatened to give up writing after looking at the New York Times best seller list around March 2011. Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi and her book, A Shore Thing, made the number 24 spot on the New York Times best seller list.  Believe it or not she has another book out titled Gorilla Beach, which, despite the several one star reviews on Amazon, still sold around 9,000 copies in its first four weeks.

The Importance of Having an Editor

Writing and publishing a book is a feat equivalent to conquering Mount Everest. The equipment, the years of training, and the hardship to stand on top of the world take a lifetime of preparation. It’s an epic adventure worthy of a book within itself. But what we constantly forget is that you cannot reach the top of this behemoth without one key element:

A guide

Author Steve Wilson interviewed by 970WFLA radio

First off, I need to say Happy Birthday to all my Air Force wingmen!

Secondly, this morning I was interviewed about the Michael Neill Series by my favorite radio station, 970WFLA. Jack Harris, Corey Dylan and Ted Webb were on hand for a short conversation about 'Red Sky at Morning' and 'Tempest of Fire'. 

2013 Independent Publisher Book Awards Announced

Bringing this news to everyone's attention for consideration next year.

The 2013 Independent Publisher Book Awards were announced at BEA at the end of May 2013. There were 382 medalists and almost 2,500 independent authors and publishers participated in the awards program. There were 75 categories ranging from Fine Arts to Marketing, and all age groups. Publishers ranged from small and academic presses to self-published works.

For more information, the link is below:

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