In a memoir-turned-spiritual-enlightenment-and-healing-journey, author Rand Timmerman has redefined the meaning of perseverance after facing the worst that humanity has had to offer. Born in Adams, New York, Rand relocated to Syracuse, New York, and carved his path as an attorney and author.  

Many authors struggle with the same question: how do I reach a wider audience with my book? With IngramSpark, which ranks #2 in self-publishing, you are always guaranteed a wide book distribution to several retailers. IngramSpark is an incredible book aggregator, which means that if you plan on publ...

Are you an author who has just finished writing a manuscript? Finding a literary agent to represent your work and drafting a query letter both take time. If you want to get your book out now, consider self-publishing through Kindle Direct Publishing. Instead of going through the hassle of finding a ...

by Lia McQueeney

In a world where we are constantly told to "speak up" and "make our voices heard," it’s easy to forget that for some, finding the right words isn’t so simple. Kaitlyn Marquart, author of IDK What to Say: A Guide for Navigating Social Situations, draws from her own experiences to he...

by Lia McQueeney

In a constantly evolving world where old stories and memories often fade, author Sandra Gowing wisely preserved the essence of childhood, family, and life in the 1950s in her debut memoir, Life in Marshall. This book is a testament to her glowing literary talent and the ways in whi...

Writing isn’t just about putting words on a page. It’s a journey—a path that changes you in ways you might never have imagined. From the first scribble of a story to the moment you see your book on a bookstore shelf (or in readers’ hands), the publishing journey is more than just a career path. It’s...

Let’s face it—writing is a journey, and sometimes that journey can feel a little like wandering through a jungle with no map. This is where publishing workshops and guest speaker events come in—they’re like a compass, a campfire, and a flashlight all rolled into one! These events are designed to hel...

Gratitude Letters: A Heartfelt Way to Say Thanks

As we enter the season of gratitude, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the people who have positively impacted our lives. From mentors and friends to family members and even strangers, many individuals have played a role in shaping who we are today...

by Jordyn Enrile

This November, we’re excited to shine a light on a remarkable part of our organization—our Authorpreneur community. This dedicated group of writers and creators is redefining what it means to be an author in today’s world, combining the art of storytelling with the business of publ...

by Lysa Rodriguez

As Halloween approaches, our favorite ghosts and ghouls come out to play. Of the monsters that remain a staple of the horror genre, one of the most intriguing are vampires. 

Similar to werewolves, vampires originated from mythology of some kind. The concept of an undead creature ...

by Lia McQueeney

Avian Swansong, a lifelong witch and writer, displays her talent and passion for storytelling in her recently published debut novel, The Old Witches Home. In various tales of a magical retirement village, Swansong captivates audiences with her knack for witchcraft, her ability to c...

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Written by Lia McQueeney

Are you like the many authors we know who are endlessly frustrated with the amount of things to do (writing, marketing, signing, shipping, touring, tracking taxes, and on and on) and the difficulties it takes to accomplis...