Welcome to the world of book building. One of the biggest hurdles for writers breaking into the industry is the sheer volume of options and opinions that are in constant evolution. Where to begin? How can you know what you don’t know?
Sit down, relax, and explore the things that helped me get going. This page holds a selection of puzzle pieces for you to try on for size. Where ever you are in your journey as a writer, one of these resources will get you to the next level.
It might be a lonely job, but it’s an industry full of encouraging, enthusiastic, fun people who lift each other up. My personal philosophy is that the world can’t have too many books in it. It’s not a competition, it’s a community.
Need a boost? Want to hire help? Check my resources below or scroll to the bottom to see which direct author services I provide my clients. Click one to request a quote.
The Writer’s Toolkit
- Tools of the trade
- Build a business
- Freelance workers
A Writer’s Newsletters & Blogs List
- Info nuggets
- Keep current
- Glean, graze, & grow
A Writer’s Bookshelf, Podcast, & Video List
- Listen & learn
- Show don’t tell
- Seeing is believing
Writer’s Communities
- Facebook Groups
- Writers in person
- People resources
How to Rock a Book Event
- Know Thyself
- Know the rules
- Detailed timeline
Writer’s Events in San Diego
- Festivals
- Street Fairs
- 2025
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