How Compassion Changed My Writing
Anne E. Beall, Ph.D., recounts how embracing compassion for her mother, herself, and her inner critic transformed her writing. By reframing her mother from a villain to a nuanced human, previously rejected memoir pieces were accepted by literary journals. Extending the same empathetic lens to her own regrets and the harsh inner voice unlocked deeper self‑understanding and richer prose. The shift not only healed personal wounds but also boosted her publishing success.
Teach Your Book: Designing a Class Around Your Memoir
Author Melissa Fraterrigo launched a free two‑hour memoir‑writing workshop tied to the release of her upcoming book, The Perils of Girlhood. Participants proved purchase receipts to join, and the class combined theory, personal excerpts, and hands‑on timeline exercises. The format...
The Bifurcation of Rights: What’s Old Is New Again
Self‑publishing authors are increasingly striking deals with traditional houses, reviving the practice of splitting rights across multiple publishers. The surge in hybrid agreements lets writers allocate print, ebook, audio, and foreign rights to specialists, optimizing each format’s market potential. This...
Beventi Adds Ticket Ordering for Bookstores
Beventi has rolled out a new feature that lets bookstore customers buy event tickets and pre‑order books in a single checkout. The integration streamlines the purchasing process, combining entertainment and retail in one transaction. Early tests show faster checkout times...
The Memoir Playbook I Wish More Writers Knew
Jacqueline Salmon, a veteran ghostwriter, outlines three core principles for successful memoirs: choose a clear thematic focus, conduct extensive journalist‑style interviews, and frame the story within a larger cultural context. She illustrates each point with examples ranging from lifeguard Debbie...
Why ADHD Writers’ Brains Are Like Lions (and How to Harness Their Power)
The article draws a vivid parallel between ADHD writers and lions, emphasizing shared traits such as holistic perception, rapid hyperfocus bursts, and the need for extensive rest. It argues that conventional, linear writing advice—steady daily word counts—misaligns with the cyclical...
Links of Interest: April 1, 2026
Jane Friedman’s newsletter page promotes a paid subscription that grants weekly publishing industry analysis, access to over 3,000 searchable premium articles, and private resource guides. The offering is positioned as a premium alternative to free content, emphasizing depth in publishing,...
New Children’s Imprint: Curiosity Unlocked Books
Teacher Created Materials announced a new children’s imprint called Curiosity Unlocked Books, targeting readers up to age 12. The line will offer both fiction and nonfiction titles designed to complement classroom learning and spark curiosity. By positioning the imprint as...
What Bookstores Want From Traditional Publishers—And How the Bookstore Market Has Changed
A recent BISG panel highlighted how BookTok and younger readers are reshaping bookstore traffic, prompting chains like Books‑A‑Million to expand titles in romance, fantasy, and LitRPG. Independent stores such as RJ Julia focus on curated selections, using events and physical galleys...
New Children’s Imprint at Sourcebooks
Sourcebooks has announced a new children’s imprint, Joyful Pen Books, in partnership with author‑educator Lavaille Lavette. The imprint will publish inclusive stories that emphasize empowerment and diverse perspectives. Lavette will serve as editorial lead, guiding the acquisition of titles for...
AI and Publishing: FAQ for Writers
The article provides a comprehensive FAQ for writers on how U.S. copyright law treats AI‑assisted and AI‑generated works, outlining when authors can claim copyright and when they cannot. It explains recent court decisions on AI training fair use, highlighting split...
On the List: Beth Is Dead by Katie Bernet
Dallas‑based writer Katie Bernet’s debut novel finally hit shelves after a decade‑long effort, spanning ten years and six separate manuscript drafts. The prolonged development underscores the arduous path many first‑time authors face before securing a publishing contract. Bernet’s experience was...
New UK Bestseller List: BookTok Charts
A new UK bestseller list, dubbed the BookTok Charts, has been launched through a partnership between NielsenIQ and Media Control. The chart uniquely blends verified retail sales figures with engagement data from the BookTok community on TikTok. By integrating social...
My Concerns About the Authors Guild Human Authored Certification—And Their Comprehensive Response
The Authors Guild has broadened its Human Authored Certification, allowing any writer to obtain the mark for a $10 fee. The program relies on an honor system, with authors self‑certifying that their text contains only minimal AI‑assisted editing and no...
Zenòdot: Discover a Book’s Translations Worldwide
Spanish author launched Zenòdot, a searchable database that tells whether a book has been translated into a given language. The tool compiles rights‑holder data, ISBN records and publisher announcements to provide real‑time translation status worldwide. By allowing readers, agents and...
Ebook Distributor Bookwire and Eleven Labs Partner Up
Bookwire, a leading ebook distributor, has announced a partnership with AI voice pioneer Eleven Labs to launch AI‑narrated audiobooks. The new titles will be streamed through Eleven Labs' Eleven Reader app and will initially support more than a dozen languages....
When the Comments Section Is Challenging
Lea Page recounts a harrowing comment she received after publishing a Huffington Post piece on empathy, illustrating how women often endure gendered harassment online. Instead of silencing herself, she reclaimed the insult “sea hag,” turning it into a personal brand...
Base Your Story Structure on Principles, Not Systems
The article argues that writers should base story structure on underlying principles rather than rigid systems. It outlines three core functions of structure: advancing the plot, reflecting the character’s journey, and shaping the reader’s experience. Real‑world examples—from *White Mulberry* to...
New Literary Agency: Lingua Nova
Jaidree Braddix, former head of publishing at ARC Collective, has founded Lingua Nova, a new literary agency dedicated to nonfiction. The agency aims to represent a mix of emerging and established nonfiction writers, leveraging Braddix’s industry contacts. Lingua Nova enters...
Agencies Partner up to Represent Authors of Romance and More
The Gernert Company and Bookcase Literary Agency announced a partnership to jointly represent self‑published and debut authors of commercial fiction aimed at women, including romance. The collaboration pools the agencies’ editorial, sales, and rights expertise to broaden market reach. By...