A Season of Writing & Renewal
April showers mean your creativity is ready to blossom! This month, don’t miss our virtual event with bestselling author Susan Stoker on mastering rapid release strategies, plus an exclusive $50 off your first cover design contest with 99designs to help bring your next book to life. We’re also sharing seasonal promotions and expert insights from the blog to help you refresh your approach, grow your audience, and re-energize your writing this season.
INSIDE THIS EDITION:
- INDUSTRY INSIGHTS: The Rules of Rapid Release with Susan Stoker
- AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Kellie Coates Gilbert
- PARTNERSHIP SPOTLIGHT: $50 Off Your First Cover Design Contest with 99designs
- PLATFORM FEATURE OF THE MONTH: Cover Template Generator
- SELF-PUBLISHING TIP OF THE MONTH: Building a Sustainable Social Media Strategy
- PROMOTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES:
- Special Offer on select J. Kenner eBooks
- Top Indie Favorites
- MORE AUTHOR RESOURCES & READS:
- How Self-Publishing is Eco-Friendly
- How to Create the Ultimate Mother’s Day Book Gift for Mom
- How SparkNotes Enhances the Reading and Writing Experience with Bridget O’Lavin
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS: The Rules of Rapid Release with Susan Stoker
Want to publish more without burning out? Susan Stoker shares how she maintains a rapid release schedule while keeping quality high and readers coming back for more. From planning your backlist to building the right editorial team, and balancing speed with sustainability, Susan’s advice is full of actionable steps every author can use—whether you’re just starting out or scaling up.
AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Kellie Coates Gilbert
Ever wonder what inspires a USA Today bestselling author? Kellie Coates Gilbert shares her favorite reads, writing habits, and the stories behind her new Kentucky horse racing series. Don’t miss this inside look at the author readers never stop raving about.
PARTNERSHIP SPOTLIGHT: $50 Off Your First Cover Design Contest with 99designs
Get $50 off your first book cover contest and create a cover that captures attention and drives downloads. Launch your contest to receive dozens of professional design concepts from mid- and top-level designers, all through a fun and easy process backed by a 100% money-back guarantee. Promotion ends 4/30.
PLATFORM FEATURE OF THE MONTH: Print Book Cover Design Template Generator
With $50 Off your first cover contest from 99designs (and Mother’s Day coming up) now is the perfect time to bring your beautiful print book to life! With our easy-to-use template tool, simply enter your book’s details to generate a customized cover template that matches your print book’s exact specifications. Once you have your template, you can start a design contest to get dozens of professional cover concepts to choose from.
SELF-PUBLISHING TIP OF THE MONTH: Building a Sustainable Social Media Strategy
A strong social media strategy can drive real success, but it should never come at the expense of your writing. When used right, social media helps you connect with readers, promote your books, and grow your brand. The key is having a clear, sustainable plan. On the blog, we’re highlighting eight ways to build a strategy that works for you, not the other way around.
PROMOTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES:
Special Indie Offer on select J. Kenner eBooks! Rainy April days are made for romance. Discover irresistible J. Kenner love stories filled with passion, sparks, and unforgettable happily ever afters.
Top Indie Favorites: Find your next great read in this collection of hot new releases & pre-orders from independent publishers and authors.
MORE AUTHOR RESOURCES & READS:
- How Self-Publishing is Eco-Friendly
- How to Create to Ultimate Mother’s Day Book Gift for Mom
- How SparkNotes Enhances the Reading and Writing Experience with Bridget O’Lavin
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Cheers!
The B&N Press Team
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