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Self-Publish or Traditionally Publish?

Aspiring authors often ask me whether they should self-publish, or go the way of a traditional publishing house.

It’s a tricky question because the industry is changing so fast.

There’s no “right” answer, but there are strong pros and cons to each option. Knowing the good, the bad, and the ugly of both is key to making a wise decision for you.

It’s all on the Chadwick Cannon blog today: “Answering the Question: To Self-Publish or Traditionally Publish?”. Keep in mind, though, that there’s not and hard-and-fast line between self-publishing and traditional publishing. We are seeing more and more authors move back and forth between the two worlds, and in fact, Publisher’s Weekly reports that “hybrid” authors earn the most money.

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Morgan James offers a safe, affordable way to Self-Publish under it’s Persona Publishing Imprint, as well as our Unconventional, Hybrid/Traditional path. See how we compare there, here.

Self-Publish or Traditionally Publish?2017-04-18T05:55:32-04:00

Crowdfunding Usually Doesn’t Work for Writers—But It Can | Jane Friedman

Over 70% of author crowdfunding campaigns fail, but you can beat the odds if you embrace your role as chief marketing officer of your book.

Crowdfunding can market and presell your book. Since most books fail to turn a profit, the ability to raise money and reader enthusiasm before expenses is a valuable resource.

However, authors have a poor track record doing it. Over 70 percent of author crowdfunding campaigns fail, and many authors who have tried crowdfunding have nothing to show for it.

Read on from the Source: Crowdfunding Usually Doesn’t Work for Writers—But It Can | Jane Friedman

Crowdfunding Usually Doesn’t Work for Writers—But It Can | Jane Friedman2016-05-25T18:53:07-04:00

The 2016 International Book Awards

Celebrating the 8th Annual International Book Awards, sponsored by Bookvana.com.

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LOS ANGELES  –  Bookvana.com announced the winners and finalists of THE 2016 INTERNATIONAL BOOK AWARDS (IBA) on May 24, 2016. Over 300 winners and finalists were announced in over 80 categories. Awards were presented for titles published in 2014, 2015 and 2016.
Jeffrey Keen, President and CEO of i310 Media Group, said this year’s contest yielded over 1,500 entries from authors and publishers around the world, which were then narrowed down to the final results.
Among the winners, Morgan James title Who Are the Joneses Anyway? – Stop Living Someone Else’s Life and Start Becoming who You are Meant to Be by Bob and Susan Karcher (Morgan James Publishing 2016). Among the Finalists, Morgan James titles Finalist The EMDR Revolution: Change Your Life One Memory at a Time, The Client’s Guide by Tal Croitoru (Morgan James Publishing 2014).
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Nathan’s century of Coney Island hot dog history as a NY icon – NY Daily News

In the summer of 1916, the average New Yorker paid a dime for a Coney Island hot dog.

9781630479343Enter Nathan Handwerker, a man hungry for success.

The Polish immigrant, just four years after reaching New York at age 20, envisioned a future selling his own frankfurters just one block off the Boardwalk.

His business plan, as it turned out, was quite simple: Peddle the hot dogs for a nickel in the first-ever fast food price war.

One century down the road, there’s no doubt about the winner

The inimitable hot dog stand opened by Handwerker at the corner of Surf and Stillwell Aves. in Brooklyn celebrates its centennial this year.

Nathan’s, named for its founder, grew across the decades into an iconic global brand. And its frankfurters — still defined by the snap of the crunchy casings and the bite of the signature spices — remain the top dog…

Read on from the Source: Nathan’s century of Coney Island hot dog history as a N.Y. icon

Nathan’s century of Coney Island hot dog history as a NY icon – NY Daily News2017-04-18T05:55:34-04:00

Callison Revives Romantic Outdoor Adventure

 

NEW YORK—May 20, 2016—Morgan James’s new release, Stranded at Romson’s Lodge by J.L. Callison, discloses an examination of what should happen if two Christian teens were to be stranded with no one else around to see the choices that the pair makes.

Christian teens can icallison_webntensely experience the peer pressure to go along with what the popular media portrays as the norm. Teen speaker J.L. Callison’s novel encourages young people not to succumb to the norm, but to live true to their moral values using the stories of two high school seniors who are kidnapped, stranded, and must learn to survive on their own.

By leaving a lonesome guy and homesick girl with no choice but to learn how to survive on their own, Stranded sets aside zombies, vampires, and magic to revisit an outdoor adventure scene that has been neglected for some time now. Callison not only examines the struggles of the two isolated teens, but also looks at the ways in which their parents and the detective in charge are able to handle the loss and emotional stress.

While most coming of age stories involve a significant loss of innocence as their key component, Stranded features a coming of age story that promotes the maintenance of strong moral beliefs. Callison’s story appeals to teens of both sexes, as well as the adults seeking a romantic thriller, with practical lessons about the outdoors and wildlife in addition to enthralling romantic toils.

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with J.L. Callison, please call Nickcole Watkins at 516.900.5674.

About the Author:

J.L. Callison, a graduate of Bob Jones University, has had a diverse, wide-ranging career in sales, management, recycling, and transportation. Youth work is one of his greatest passions, and he regularly speaks to teens. An avid reader, he particularly enjoys military history and American history.

More About This Title:

Stranded at Romson’s Lodge by J.L. Callison will be released by Morgan James Publishing on May 21, 2016. Stranded—ISBN 978-1630477363—has 284 pages and is being sold as a trade paperback for $17.95.

About Morgan James Publishing: Morgan James Publishing (www.MorganJamesPublishing.com) provides entrepreneurs with the vital information, inspiration, and guidance they need to be successful. Morgan James Publishing, The Entrepreneurial Publisher™, has been recognized by Publisher’s Weekly for three years on their fast growing press list and is reported as being the future of publishing.

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I Hate Rejecting Great Books! – The Steve Laube Agency

If you, as an author, feel beaten down by several rejections, perhaps you have this image of an agent reading your submission: (Agent sits down at computer, armed with a steaming cup of Uber Expensive Coffee.) “It is now time to go through my submissions!” (Agent rolls up sleeves and …

Source: I Hate Rejecting Great Books! – The Steve Laube Agency

I Hate Rejecting Great Books! – The Steve Laube Agency2017-04-18T05:55:34-04:00

Karen Moore Teaches Readers to Write Greeting Cards

NEW YORK—May 17, 2016–Morgan James’s new release, Write Greeting Cards Like a Pro by Karen Moore,outlines the steps necessary to become a writer for the greeting card industry. The book offers insights into the industry itself and gives tips and techniques for becoming a freelance writer. 

Greeting cards9781630478322 help people express their deepest sentiments when they just can’t find the words themselves, or simply provide a laugh between friends. And with greeting cards out there for every occasion, there are billions sold each year. Now anyone can get into this booming industry, or learn to write their own personal cards, with Karen Moore’s new book, Write Greeting Cards Like a Pro.

With over thirty years of experience in the greeting card industry, and over 10,000 published sentiments, Karen Moore is an expert in her field. Through practical instruction and thought provoking exercises, she offers her insights and know-how to help readers become writers. From evaluating the market to finding the right words to discovering one’s niche, Moore walks readers through every aspect of the greeting card industry in this hands-on guide book.

Learn to make any occasion a special one by crafting the perfect greeting card. Write Greeting Cards Like a Pro gives the professional training needed to break into the thriving greeting card industry.

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Karen Moore, please call Nickcole Watkins at 516.900.5674.

About the Author:

Karen Moore is a professional greeting card writer and consultant in the card industry and first published her book, You Can Write Greeting Cards with F&W Publications.  Karen has worked in-house as a managing editor at American Greetings, Gibson Greetings, and as a consultant for DaySpring Cards and others.  She has written and published over 10,000 greeting cards.  Karen is also a gift book and devotional book writer and has over 70 books on the market.  She is a keynote speaker at writing conferences and teaches an online course for greeting card writers. Currently lives in Fort Myers, FL.

More About This Title:

Write Greeting Cards Like a Pro by Karen Moore will be released by Morgan James Publishing on May 17, 2016. Write Greeting Cards Like a Pro—ISBN 978-1630478322—has 174 pages and is being sold as a trade paperback for $16.95.

About Morgan James Publishing: Morgan James Publishing (www.MorganJamesPublishing.com) provides entrepreneurs with the vital information, inspiration, and guidance they need to be successful. Morgan James Publishing, The Entrepreneurial Publisher™, has been recognized by Publisher’s Weekly for three years on their fast growing press list and is reported as being the future of publishing.

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Karen Moore Teaches Readers to Write Greeting Cards2017-04-18T05:55:34-04:00

Carolyn Purcell Gives a Heartfelt Look at Abortion

NEW YORK—May 17, 2016–Morgan James Fictions’s new release, Saving Jane Doe by Carolyn Purcell, highlights the emotional struggles of women who have had abortions while weaving in themes of love and forgiveness.    

Saving Jane Doe is9781630476861 the heart wrenching story of a young woman who obtains an illegal abortion, and the spiral of negative consequences that she experiences as a result. From dangerous health complications to broken relationships, Jane has to fight to put her life and family back together, all while dealing with the burden of her own guilt.

Told from the perspective of Jane’s doctor, Cara Land, Saving Jane Doe is not a story of despair, but rather of overcoming and personal redemption. Cara helps Jane find a job and offers her friendship when she needs it the most. As Jane mends her relationships with her children and seeks forgiveness and grace, readers will feel a deep emotional connection to the main characters. Since millions of women have undergone an abortion and faced the same struggles, Jane is a highly relatable character that will draw readers into the story and show that this important issue is not always black and white.

While painting a very personal narrative, Purcell also draws attention to both the legal and moral arguments surrounding abortion, while opening the door to informed conversation on a highly sensitive, highly important subject. Through Saving Jane Doe, she calls for a renewed mindset and an increased sexual responsibility in women of all ages. In thoroughly examining a topic that has affected so many both personally and politically, Saving Jane Doe is sure to resonate with all readers.

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Carolyn Purcell, please call Nickcole Watkins at 516.900.5674.

About the Author:

Dr. Carolyn Purcell, a retired Obstetrician/Gynecologist, devoted twenty-five years of her life to her patients.  They taught her much about life, love, and the consequences of our choices.  In retirement, she mothered an exchange student, bred Norfolk terrier puppies, volunteered in New York City with The Salvation Army during 9/11, studied writing with the Christian Writer’s Guild, and wrote her first novel, a passionate appeal for responsible sexuality.

More About This Title:

Saving Jane Doe by Carolyn Purcell will be released by Morgan James Publishing on May 17, 2016. Saving Jane Doe—ISBN 978-1630476861—has 230 pages and is being sold as a trade paperback for $14.95.

About Morgan James Publishing: Morgan James Publishing (www.MorganJamesPublishing.com) provides entrepreneurs with the vital information, inspiration, and guidance they need to be successful. Morgan James Publishing, The Entrepreneurial Publisher™, has been recognized by Publisher’s Weekly for three years on their fast growing press list and is reported as being the future of publishing.

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Carolyn Purcell Gives a Heartfelt Look at Abortion2017-04-18T05:55:34-04:00
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