Crowdfunding to source capital for new businesses has become popular, especially for the independent new creatives (writers, songwriters, filmmakers, software entrepreneurs) who do not have access to traditional funding sources. Crowdfunding seeks a large pool of backers, each providing small
Wine Sense preorder campaign launched!
The Wine Sense preorder campaign has started in earnest! To secure your copy, just click here! You will be provided an overview of the book, the plan to publish and the details of many great preorder packages and corporate patronage
Characteristics of good writing
I have spent the weekend reading some great books, including: 11/22/63 by Stephen King Exile’s Return by Malcolm Cowley Green Hills of Africa by Ernest Hemingway Silken Prey by John Sandford Each book has been a joy to read; each
Skill development for Indie authors
Independent (indie) writing and publishing is growing leaps and bounds. I or you can publish and sell a book without using an agent or traditional publisher, and without spending money to print a hard copy run. It is amazing how
Eight lessons to be more effective – not just busy – with social media
Many people believe they only need to provide great content for consumption to be successful in the digital age. Great content is necessary, but not sufficient for success. You must build a platform to inform and draw others to your
Introducing #INKITTIP writing tip of the week
InkIT Publishing is now publishing three times weekly: Sundays (Australia Sydney time) will feature reviews of writing processes and approaches, and writing tools, apps and technology Tuesdays (Australia Sydney time) will be used for guest posts, book reviews or general
I love writing, but it is hard work!
I have never been formally trained in writing, but learned to write as required for my job as a consultant. It was painful to learn how to write effectively as an adult and with no previous training or experience. I
Stregthening your writing style
I have been thinking a lot recently about writing style and why it is important. With so many writers to choose from, why should people read me? How do I project a voice that is heard over others? I believe
Launch of InkIT Publishing blog and website
With great pleasure, we are launching the InkIT Publishing blog and website. This blog replaces Steve Shouts Out and From Blake’s Bookshelf. The blog focuses on: Writing Publishing Technology platforms and apps for writing and publishing Soft launch The InkIT
Love Learning with Lynda.com – Part 2
In Part 1 of this two-part post on Lynda.com, I raved about how useful Lynda.com was and how quickly I have come up to speed on a number of topics, especially the Adobe Creative Cloud product suite. This post focuses