Monthly Archives: January 2017

Better Safe Than Sued: Lyric Legalities

One of the most common issues we advise our clients about is the legality of using lyrics in their writing. Lyrics are extremely tempting to use in books because they set a tone, express a feeling, create atmosphere and convey … Continue reading

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Dissecting The Fine Print: Premade Book Covers

There’s no question that authors can save a lot of money by buying premade book covers for their books rather than hiring a designer to custom-make a cover. But there’s a lot of “fine print” – that annoying agreement that … Continue reading

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Authentic Writing: Writers’ Resources For US Military References

Writers, do you believe your readers won’t notice misinformation in your fiction? Think there are no fact checkers out there? You’d be wrong. Your writing is read by people with all types of backgrounds and experiences – both personal and … Continue reading

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Author Chat: New Adult Fantasy Author Louisa Lo

Looking for a fantasy series to launch you into the new year? We had a fun chat with Louisa Lo, author of the Vengeance Demons series, one you’ll blow through in no time! ~~~ Is this your first book? How long … Continue reading

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BOOK LAUNCH: The Glass Thief by John Ryers

Launched on January 1 of this new year, John Ryers’ debut novel is dark fantasy that has been in the works since 2012. If you’re worried about complicated character names that are hard to read and pronounce, John feels the … Continue reading

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