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eBook Idea to Amazon in 14 Days
by Marnie Swedberg

This book gives quick and easy tips on getting a book ready for publishing on Amazon.  Also included are resources for editing.  Writing for the eBook format is different than a paper printed book.  It is estimated 70% of eBooks are read on smartphones (micro screens), which means there are some adjustments to make reading your book more pleasurable for those readers.  The back of the book includes a multitude of links and resources.

How to Make Real Money Selling Books
by Brian Jud

This book is a summary of over 25 years of book selling experience by Mr. Jud.  He gives details and contacts for many hidden and profitable book markets, many of which are outside the traditional bookstore.  Find out what this publishing legend knows for a fraction of his consulting fee.  He gives step-by-step instructions on getting your book in a profitable niche.

Self-Publishing 101
by Debbie Elicksen

This book is perfect for the first time writer for their first book.  It's easy style provides gentle hand holding for the novice writer.  Insights also include avoiding some all to common pitfalls.  It really is the "101" Course writers can enjoy and use.

You Can Write Children's Books
by Tracey E. Dils

This book also has a companion workbook to make the creation process easier.  The book market is saturated with Children's Books, but not with well written and structured ones.  Find out how to make yours a favorite.

The Self-Publishing Manual:  How to Write, Print and Sell Your Own Book
by Dan Poynter

This book is considered the most comprehensive by many.  It was first printed in 1979 and has been updated and expanded over the years.  It is now in its fourteenth printing.  Mr. Poynter is considered a foremost expert in this area.  Self-Publishing has now exceeded traditional publishing.  Even if you are published by a traditional publisher, this book will make it a smoother process.

Publishing for Profit:  Successful Bottom-line Management for Book Publishers
by Thomas Woll


This book details the inner workings of publishing companies and includes sample Profit/Loss Statements.  It is a business model for those wanting to publish paper books.  If you are planning to negotiate with a large publishing house, this book will give you insight on how publishers arrive and profit percentages and what to look for in contracts.

Persuasive Writing:  How to Make Words Work for You
by Nick Souter

This book explains how to market to different demographics.  Getting a book written is only step one.  Reaching your ideal market is the business side of writing.  Sales copy for your book or product is critical to reaching a market with an increasingly short attention span.  It is also excellent for authors who present to groups.  (Click below the photo to purchase)

Trust Me:  Four Steps to Authenticity and Charisma
by Nick Morgan

Nick Morgan is one of the foremost Speaking Coaches in the country based at Harvard.  This is his latest and most comprehensive work on how to become a speaker who will move your audience.

Persuasive Presentations:  How to Get the Response You Need
by Nick Souter

This book builds on the Persuasive Writing book by Nick Souder.  Book tours and speaking are one of the best ways to generate buzz and sales about your book.  Learn to polish and hone your marketing skills.

The Elements of Editing:  A Modern Guide for Editors and Journalists
by Arthur Plotnik

This book is an editing staple along with books from Strunk and White.  Newspapers, magazines and journals often use this style of editing.  There are multiple editing styles, but this will serve most writers well, especially if they plan to sell or post to media outlets.

Edit Yourself:  A Manual for Everyone Who Works with Words
by Bruce Ross-Larson

This is a short concise guide to make your writing clean and professional.  It is perfect for polishing a sentence and finding novice errors. 

Powerful Writing Skills
by Richard Andersen

This book is one of the best for learning good sentence structure and flow.  It's easy to read and a great refresher for those who may have forgotten a few of the grammar rules from English class.