What is a blurb? The blurb is the summary of your book, usually located on the back cover. It offers a glimpse into the world you've created. Arguably, it is the most difficult step in self-publishing a novel. You've invested months, perhaps years, in writing your story, and now you have to pitch it. That's … Continue reading How to Write a Compelling Blurb
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Why I Decided to Self-Publish My First Novel
Like many aspiring writers, I wrote my first novel before I fully understood the world of traditional publishing. I can’t say that I fully understand it now, but what I can say is that I understand it much better than I did before. I invested almost two years writing and editing my debut novel, The Witch … Continue reading Why I Decided to Self-Publish My First Novel