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How to Write a Book Summary Synposis or Blurb
Posted by Muthoni Mercy Omukhango (mercymuthoni) (2023-04-12 05:28:10)
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According to merriam-webster, the word blurb was coined by American humorist Gelett Burgess, as attested by American scholar Brander Matthews in September 24, 1922, New York Times article about blurbs: “Now and again in these columns,” he writes, “I have had occasion to employ the word ‘bl.... Read more
How to Write an Author Bio
Posted by Muthoni Mercy Omukhango (mercymuthoni) (2023-04-12 05:21:01)
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Having an appropriate bio as an author sends the right message to your existing and potential readers. The bio is the first introduction a reader has on you. People are looking for reasons why they should spend their time reading what you have written. You need to instill confidence in your r.... Read more
How to Write the Conclusion Chapter of a Book
Posted by Muthoni Mercy Omukhango (mercymuthoni) (2023-04-12 05:20:49)
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Congratulations on getting to the end of your book writing. If your readers are in the conclusion chapter, it also means they read the whole book, they liked it, and now they want you to wrap it up. So don’t rash it. Give them what they want.
The goal of a great ending is to tie eve.... Read more
How to Write a Book Introduction
Posted by Muthoni Mercy Omukhango (mercymuthoni) (2023-04-12 05:20:36)
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Books often start with an introduction before getting into the detailed chapters. This introductory chapter is usually between one to three pages long, and is meant to provide information on what the book is going to be about. It gives background information, talks about why the book is impor.... Read more
You Cannot Skip This Step in Self Publishing
Posted by Muthoni Mercy Omukhango (mercymuthoni) (2023-03-30 11:20:32)
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Get Your Manuscript Reviewed
As established in the previous step, finalize with the manuscript. Give it your best input because after submission you will not be able to have additional content other than what t.... Read more
Requirements for Self Publishing
Posted by Muthoni Mercy Omukhango (mercymuthoni) (2023-03-30 11:16:37)
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1. A finalized manuscript that advances the centrality of Christ and does not contradict Christian faith.
What does it mean to have a finalized manuscript?
A. A finalized manuscript means that as the writer or author, you have given it your 101% in terms of content. If you ar.... Read more
Factors to Consider Before Self Publishing
Posted by Muthoni Mercy Omukhango (mercymuthoni) (2023-03-30 11:13:30)
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These are questions to ask yourself while deciding whether to publish traditionally or to self publish. Both methods allow access to large readerships and have the potential to be greatly fulfilling for authors.
Jesus, while talking to the disciples about following Him, asked them to count the c.... Read more
Can an African Author be Successful in Self Publishing
Posted by Muthoni Mercy Omukhango (mercymuthoni) (2023-03-30 11:08:39)
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Publishing is the activity of making information, literature, music, software and other content available to the public for sale or for free. Traditionally, the term refers to the distribution of printed works such as books, newspapers, and magazines.
The self-publishing landscape has changed .... Read more
