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Oil and Dust Cover Reveal

Posted on July 9, 2021July 16, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

Oil and Dust, the first book in The Elemental Artist series, is now available for preorder! Oil and Dust First, how gorgeous is this cover?? Andrew at Design for Writers did an amazing job. If you'd like to purchase the...Read More

Copyright is Copyright, Right?

Posted on July 2, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

Last week, we covered the front and back matter of your book, including the required copyright page. This week, we're going to talk about what copyright is. What is a Copyright? In the US, copyright refers to a set of...Read More

Your Book’s Matter, Matters

Posted on June 25, 2021February 3, 2023 by Jami Fairleigh

The front matter and back matter are the parts of your book that wrap your story. Consider this: The chair creaks as you snuggle into it with your book, a lap blanket (or cat), and a hot beverage. You have...Read More

I’m Building an ARC Team

Posted on June 18, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

Do you remember the dread you felt as a child waiting to be picked for a team? Want to join my ARC team? Me: "You're the first person I've asked to join my ARC team!" You: "Phew, sounds great! Wait,...Read More

Go Ahead and Read Aloud

Posted on June 11, 2021June 11, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

Remember in second grade when Mrs. Mullen carped on and on about silent reading? Well, Mrs. Mullen is no longer the boss of you, and I say you should read aloud... to help edit your work. Reading Aloud Increases Comprehension...Read More

Software Review: Vellum

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

[caption id="attachment_2545" align="alignleft" width="320"] Photo by Sincerely Media on Unsplash[/caption] Nearly done with your book? Have a plan for formatting it? If not, consider Vellum. If you're where I am, you have a few things you might change. You might...Read More

Market Research for Writers

Posted on May 28, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

You're a writer, not a business analyst. You don't need market research. Right? [caption id="attachment_2511" align="alignright" width="313"] Photo by Stefan Steinbauer on Unsplash[/caption] Your heart races as you meld into the shadows and wait for the guard to pass. His...Read More

How to Pick the Trim Size For Your Book

Posted on May 21, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

"So... what's your favorite trim size?" Book trim size isn't something you ever need to worry about... until you decide to independently publish a print version of your book. Oh yeah. Another whole set of decisions to add to your...Read More

10 Reasons You Should Finish Your Book

Posted on May 14, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

My debut novel is rounding the last bend toward completion, and I am committed to finishing my book. I am also overwhelmed, terrified, exhausted, and constantly second-guessing my decisions. And guess what? This is normal. Here are 10 reasons I...Read More

Productive Procrastination

Posted on May 7, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

For weeks, I've been dealing with productive procrastination. As a long-time practitioner of procrastination, I'm well aware I should remove distractions, silence my phone, focus on my big picture goals, acknowledge fear and resistance, and break my tasks into manageable...Read More

Book Cover Decisions

Posted on April 30, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

This week, I'm wrestling with the many, many, many decisions to grapple with regarding book covers. There's a lot to uncover, so let's get started. (Too much?) Book: "Hey. Hey you." Reader: "Me?" Book: "Yeah. Come over here and check...Read More

Writing Through Rejection

Posted on April 23, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

You hit submit and sit back, taking a shaky breath. Your story, born in your imagination and crafted by your heart, is in the world and rejection is impossible. The response comes back and your heart plummets. The downward spiral...Read More