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Art and illustration overlap but serve different purposes and distinct cultural roles. Illustration tends to favor narration over the decorative. Even the word “illustrate” implies that it takes its cues from some external “script” (actual, commercial, or editorial) that takes precedence. Works of “art” can also link themselves to pre-existing stories, of course, but when…

For a first-time author, the top choice for the best publisher is not necessarily the famous name in the industry. It is the one that knows and understands the book, recognises its audience, and has a plan for reaching readers. Having a strong publishing relationship can provide a new writer with confidence, direction, and a…

Publishing a book is the most exciting and rewarding journey, but it also comes with some potential mistakes that can derail even the most promising project. Whether you are publishing a book for the first time or are someone who has published before, understanding the common mistakes can help you with a successful book launch….

Many authors often think that publishing a children’s book is easier than publishing other books. Do you also think that? Well, it’s actually a myth. Yes, the writing phase is indeed a bit easy. However, the publishing process is not only complex but also highly competitive. Also, to save some money, they opt for self-publishing….

Writing a book is a massive achievement. But before you can hit the publish button and share your story with the world, you have to format it. Poor formatting can ruin a great book, leading to strange line breaks and ugly spacing that drive readers away. Proper eBook formatting ensures your text flows perfectly on…

Are you the one who has finished writing their book, and it is in the publishing stages? Then comes the stage where you have to promote it, and this is so far one of the most challenging stages in the publishing process. Wondering why? It is no less than a task to make sure that…

Ever wonder what concerns children’s book authors the most? Well, certainly it is not entirely the storyline and vocabulary. It is actually finding an illustration that brings their characters, themes, moments, and scenes to life in a way that captivates children, especially the small kids, right away and encourages them to explore the story further….

You have just completed a draft of your first book and are on cloud nine, and you might think you’re ready to publish it. Well, sorry to burst your bubble, but there’s another key step that you are missing out on! And that is editing your book.  Many authors either skip the editing process or…

Writing a book is a massive achievement. However, writing is only the first step as the demands of the publishing process, such as formatting, marketing, and a few more things, await. The publishing process is where many talented authors face challenges. A single mistake can hurt your book’s reputation and eventually, the sales! Publishing does…

Writing a children’s ebook is the first crucial step. Congratulations! You’ve completed the first step because approximately 97% of striving authors start writing a book but never finish it. Now comes another challenging step: Publishing your ebook! Most authors are not familiar with the publishing process of an ebook. If you are also one of…