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Are you an indie author or publisher feeling overwhelmed by the myriad challenges of navigating the world of publishing and marketing your work?

Look no further! My how-to books are specifically designed to empower you with practical, actionable solutions to boost your success.

Whether you're seeking cost-effective strategies for exhibiting at trade shows, guidance on fostering a supportive writers’ critique group, tools to craft compelling media kits for your book and yourself as a speaker, or other helpful topics, my insights will help you tackle these obstacles head-on in a user-friendly way. That's my specialty: making difficult information easy to understand. 
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With my books, you’re not just acquiring knowledge; you’re unlocking the potential to elevate your writing career and connect with your audience like never before.


Let’s turn your aspirations into achievements together!

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  • Home
  • About
  • Books
    • Forerunner
    • Maximize Your Competitive Edge
    • How to Create a Teacher's Guide for Your Middle-Grade Book
    • How to Start and Run a Writers' Critique Group
    • Running a Writers' Critique Group in Your Classroom
    • The World's Easiest Guide to Using the APA
    • The World's Easiest Guide to Using the MLA
    • Kids' Books >
      • The Phantom Hunters >
        • #`1 The Lost Treasure of the Golden Sun
        • The Lost Treasure of the Golden Sun Teacher's Guide
        • #2 The Secret of Blackhurst Manor
        • The Secret of Blackhurst Manor Teacher's Guide
      • Writing Cool Short Stories
  • Media Room
    • Speaking Schedule
    • Speaking Topics
    • Recent Speaking Engagements
    • Past Events
    • School Visits
  • FAQs
  • Resources
  • Contact
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