From Passion Project to Bestseller: Waco Native’s Journey as a Self-Published Author In a world where dreams often remain unfulfilled, Rebekah Gray, a Waco native with an unyielding passion for writing, defied the odds and transformed her literary aspirations into a resounding success. Gray’s self-published novel, “NIGHTWEAVER,” emerged as an […]
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Rotten Evidence: A Story of Endurance, Creativity, and the Power of the Written Word Introduction: Ahmed Naji’s Incarceration and the Genesis of “Rotten Evidence” In 2016, Egyptian writer Ahmed Naji was sentenced to two years in prison for “violating public decency” due to an excerpt from his novel, “Using Life.” […]
UC Santa Barbara Writing Program Honors Undergraduates with Inaugural M. Garren Tinney Fellowships Three Seniors Selected for Financial Support and Mentoring In a celebration of exceptional writing talent, the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) Writing Program has bestowed the inaugural M. Garren Tinney Fellowships upon three outstanding undergraduate students. […]
Amazon’s Bold Move: Restricting AI-Generated Book Publishing on Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) A Paradigm Shift in the Publishing Landscape In a decisive move to safeguard the integrity of its publishing platform, Amazon has imposed a new restriction on book publishing through its Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) service. This unprecedented measure, […]
Amazon Removes Five Books Falsely Attributed to Author Jane Friedman Following Complaint In a startling turn of events, five books falsely attributed to renowned author Jane Friedman were discovered on Amazon, along with listings on Goodreads, a popular book review platform owned by Amazon. This disconcerting incident has raised concerns […]
Self-Publishing Tools Launched by Epic Games Store for Developers Introduction: Epic Games has taken a bold step in empowering developers and publishers by introducing self-publishing tools on the Epic Games Store. This transformative initiative grants creators the autonomy to directly release their games and manage their store presence, unlocking new […]
The Self-Publishing Revolution: A Guide for Aspiring Authors In the realm of literature, a profound transformation has taken place—a revolution that has shattered the traditional gatekeepers of publishing and empowered authors to take the reins of their creative destinies. This is the self-publishing revolution, a phenomenon that has democratized the […]
Self-Publishing Companies: A Comprehensive Guide for Authors 1. Introduction: Unveiling the World of Self-Publishing In today’s digital age, self-publishing has become a powerful tool for authors seeking to circumvent traditional publishing routes and take control of their creative destinies. With a plethora of self-publishing companies vying for your attention, navigating […]
The Best Self-Publishing Companies for Authors in 2019: A Comprehensive Guide Are you an aspiring author looking to self-publish your book and take control of your writing destiny? With so many self-publishing companies out there, choosing the right one can be a daunting task. Fear not, fellow wordsmiths! This comprehensive […]
Self-Publishing: An Author’s Journey from Idea to Publication Welcome, fellow wordsmiths, to the enthralling realm of self-publishing, a path fraught with both challenges and remarkable opportunities. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll embark on a step-by-step journey, transforming your literary dreams into tangible realities. Whether you’re a seasoned storyteller or a […]