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April 11, 2015 By Susan Daffron

What Is a Beta Reader?

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In the acknowledgements at the back of my Alpine Grove novels, I always include a thank you to beta readers. Not too long ago, someone asked me what a beta reader is. The definition of “beta reader” depends upon the author and the author’s process to some degree. Here’s how beta readers fit into my […]

Filed Under: Alpine Grove Novels, Self Publishing, Writing

April 30, 2012 By Susan Daffron

Create a Workable Book/Ebook Publishing Workflow

At our tiny publishing company, we have established a book publishing workflow that works for us mostly because of one core concept: our book text is separate from the formatting and styles are used consistently

Filed Under: Book Consultant, Self Publishing Tagged With: Book Publishing, Business Operations, HTML, IdeaWeaver, Page Layout, Productivity, Self Publishing

February 7, 2012 By Susan Daffron

Understanding Your Book Publishing Options

Marketing is a never-ending challenge. In a sea of consultants, writers, Web developers, or graphic designers, how can you stand out? If you’re strategic about your marketing, you may have decided to specialize in a particular niche. That’s a good start, but unless you’re a Web designer who only works with underwater basket weavers, you […]

Filed Under: Self Publishing

January 5, 2012 By Susan Daffron

What is an ISBN and Why Do I Need One for My Book?

An ISBN or International Standard Book Number is one of the most important numbers you will encounter in book publishing

Filed Under: Book Consultant, Self Publishing Tagged With: Book Publishing

January 5, 2012 By Susan Daffron

How to Set Up a Home Publishing Business

Publishing is an ideal home-based business, but you need to answer some key questions first

Filed Under: Book Consultant, Self Publishing Tagged With: Book Publishing, Internet Entrepreneur Lifestyle, Print Marketing, Self Publishing

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