Webinar: Healthy Habits to Boost Your Writing
Join us for a free webinar on Thursday, November 12th, 2020 at 11:00am EST. If you ever feel busy, distracted, anxious, or overwhelmed, you are not alone. As writers, it's never been more import...
Mindset
Being an author isn’t all peaches and cream. From classic writer’s block to feeling put-down by a bad review, we have advice, meditations and information to keep you in a positive author mindset.
5 Ways For Authors to Stay Focused During COVID-19
Hi authors! As many of you know, the Written Word Media team sent out a survey in early April asking how you and the fellow indie author community are braving our new realities as we adjust to life...
Marketing Mindset: Playing to Your Power
I recently gave a presentation to a group of authors on the topic of marketing mindset. The subject matter resonated so strongly with the group, that I am sharing the presentation in blog form here...
Feeling Zen: Meditation Techniques and At-Desk Exercises for Writers
Our favorite ways to stay feeling good in body and mind when putting in a lot of work at a desk.
Beat the Author Blues: How to Manage Writer’s Doubt
From mean reviews to feeling overwhelmed, learn how to overcome 5 common challenges for writers.
Top Ten Publishing Industry Trends Every Author Needs to Know in 2019
Here are Written Word Media’s top ten publishing industry trends for 2019, crucial to any self-publisher.
Top Ten Publishing Trends Every Author Needs to Know in 2018
Here are our top ten publishing industry trends for 2018, critical to anyone interested in self-publishing.
What Makes a $100k Author: 8 Findings Every Author Should Know
What makes a 100k author: 8 findings from surveying authors about their strategies and tactics.
Top Ten Trends in Publishing Every Author Needs to Know in 2017
Written Word Media predicts the top 10 trends in self-publishing for 2017. How did we do?
Top Five Tips for Engaging Readers from a Bestselling Author
Bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken shares her sage advice on connecting with readers as an indie author.