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Cody by Tory Richards
A small-town Maine later-in-life contemporary romance.
Washington Post Cuts Deep, Eliminates Book Coverage Amid Major Staff Reductions
The Washington Post confirmed on Wednesday that it is laying off roughly one-third of its workforce, a sweeping move that will include the closure of its books department.
Beyond the First Book – Writing a Book Series Workshop by Autocrit
Time to get that series started
Amazon Opens the Door to DRM-Free EPUB & PDF Downloads—But the Shelves Are Still Empty
Amazon has officially flipped the switch on a long-anticipated change where publishers and authors using Kindle Direct Publishing can choose to release their books as DRM-free EPUB and PDF files.
Interview: Angela Montoya
An interview with Angela Montiya
Whips, Chains & Semicolons: Writing Sex & Kink with Stella Harris by Autocrit
Turn up the heat… safely.
Writing a Collaborative Project, with Robert Boyle and Joe Chimenti
It’s a collection of short stories—quick reads you can dip into when you’ve got five minutes and your nervous system needs a reset. And honestly? That’s what this conversation feels like, too.
The End of the Pocket Paperback Era
The humble mass market paperback—small, cheap, and once everywhere—is quietly exiting the stage.
diyMFA Backstory Workshop
Refine your skills and improve your writing.
Do a deep dive into your story’s past with this focused workshop.
Audiobooks for Every Author by Shelby Leigh FREE EVENT
Audiobooks are booming in popularity, and they’re only growing.
London Book Fair Sets Sights East: A New Chapter Begins at ExCeL in 2027
The London Book Fair is turning the page on a long-standing chapter of its history.
4 Key Secrets of Published Writers
Is perfectionism keeping your book hostage?
Author To Profit Summit 1/26 – 1/30 Free Event
This could be your last chance to grab a free seat and learn from a lineup of top experts sharing real-world strategies to increase royalties and build a profitable book business.
2026: The Year of Authorpreneurship by Autocrit FREE!
Some authors always seem to have it all figured out – and man, is it easy to feel jealous of that.
Creating Magic Systems by Autocrit
Join Casey Jones for a magical workshop.
Me and Mr. Jones Mysteries by Jo-Ann Power on Sale!
Politics can be complicated…
Anthropic Settlement Tracker: Claims Surge Past Typical Class-Action Rates as Opt-Outs Stay Low
A new case-management update in the Anthropic settlement is giving creators a clearer snapshot of how this massive copyright resolution is shaping up—who’s staying in, who’s walking away, and how crowded the claims pool might become.
Books-A-Million’s CEO Says Readers Have Changed—and So Has What Sells
Books-A-Million is in “growth mode,” and CEO Terry Finley says the biggest shift in book retail isn’t just formats or trends—it’s who is walking through the doors.
Book Publicity Crash Course with Dir. of PR & Founder Leah Paulos
Book Publicity Crash Course with Dir. of PR & Founder Leah Paulos
6-Week Book Publicity Intensive by Book Publicity School
A fast-paced, information-packed program drawn from Press Shop PR’s decades on the front lines of book publicity.
JQ Editions: Julia Quinn’s Curated Romance Book Box
If you’ve ever wished historical romance got the same collectible love as special-edition fantasy—sprayed edges, custom artwork, and shelf-candy design—Julia Quinn (yes, Bridgerton Julia Quinn) is making that a reality with JQ Editions, a historical romance subscription box curated by Quinn herself.
Podcast: 5 Tips on Pursuing Your Writing While Holding Down a 9-to-5 Job
Fiction Writing Made Easy #227 with Savannah Gilbo
Mastering Body Language in Storytelling by Autocrit
Because actions speak louder than words.
Court Pushes Back Anthropic Settlement Opt-Out Date, Giving Creators More Time to Decide
Creators and rightsholders now have a little more breathing room in the high-profile Anthropic lawsuit.
The 3-Day Writer Breakthrough Bootcamp by Savannah Gilbo
Online noise drowning out your story?
Free Event! AutoCrit Series Summit 1/9 & 1/10
What if your next book came with a built-in audience?
Sneak Peek of Elijah by N.J. Walters
Sneak Peek of Elijah by N.J. Walters
Book Marketing 101 by Autocrit
Writing is just the first step.
Welcome to the Creative Free-For-All: Public Domain Day 2026 Has Arrived!
Every January 1st, something quietly magical happens—and 2026 is no exception.
Writing Interiority and Psychological Acuity with CeCe Lyra
Revealing your Character’s Inner Life and your Story’s Deeper Meaning