Publishing is a series of experiments. I've navigated traditional submissions, and the toil of an indie author with professional editing, and wide-distribution logistics of audiobooks, KDP, and IngramSpark. Whether it’s getting books into physical stores, selling face-to-face, or managing online marketing, each project is unique in its challenges and definition of 'done'. I’m sharing what I’ve learned, from the successes to the hurdles. Let me help you get your work out there.
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Let's talk about the original covers for the Pawn of Samsara duology: A Lion's Head and A Lion's Pride and unpack why I didn't immediately hire an illustrator for my work. I'll also deep dive into how I find and work with my illustrators.
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A few things are happening this month, including the voting for the Aurora Prix award for YA Fantasy, my latest release in collaboration with illustrator Chris Ho, and upcoming events.
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Cover reveal and background behind the #kidlit horror novella, The Eyes of Ess-Vaha (The Pink Eye Yaksha), in collaboration with Toronto-based illustrator Chris Ho.
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A good habit I adopted from years in the tech industry was carrying out a retrospective after something has been finished. Not only should this be done in real time (on a weekly basis) but also over long term milestone completion.
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Costly mistake in the name of efficiency. I'm brave enough to admit it and talk about my loss of pride. #Adventures-in-book-publishing.
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As a new Publisher, I'm discovering new things every day. Today I spent time creating a series of BookBub ads that will run in the first quarter of next year—one field I hadn't seen before: a link to Google Books.
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A rambling post. TLDR: the sequel is available for pre-order at major booksellers. Get your print copies from January 6th, 2025.
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Effort did not translate to effectiveness and my rational for why that was.
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Whiplash. Five days ago I sent a query to a literary agent. Today, I am talking about an October publication date. What shifted in my thinking? Am I still aiming for a traditionally published book?
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While my book is on submission, I'm making book covers. After 140+ rejections, my novel has a high probability of being indie-published as two novellas. Let's imagine what the final product will look like . . .
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Feedback as a BIPOC writer comes with an additional levy. This is how I discern whether or not I need to (or how to) make revisions due to editor feedback.
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My books have been out for more than a year. I'm only getting to this now. What held me back? What changed? Using the motivation from selling a few books.