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Funny adventures, heartfelt stories, and mysteries with a little mischief.
One hungry raccoon. One incredible slice of pizza. And absolutely no intention of stopping at one.
AGES 3–7 · CHILDREN’S FICTION
COMING SOON!
Sometimes losing the life you planned is how you find the one you needed.
WOMEN’S FICTION · ROMANCE
A beer judge collapses. Her boss becomes the prime suspect. And someone poisoned the beer.
LIGHTHEARTED MYSTERY
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Why Write a Book? 6 Reasons Authors Keep Going
Writing a book is hard. It takes time, effort, patience, and a willingness to keep going even when nobody seems to be paying attention. Most books never become bestsellers. Many authors never earn enough royalties to justify the hours they invested. So why write a…
How Many Pages Should a Children’s Picture Book Be?
One of the most common questions new children’s book authors ask is: How many pages should a children’s picture book be? The good news is that there isn’t one single correct answer. However, there are industry standards that can help you create a book that feels…
How to Order Your First KDP Proof Copy (And What to Look For)
Publishing a book is exciting, but before you click the final “Publish” button on Amazon KDP, there’s one step I highly recommend: Order a proof copy. A proof copy is a printed version of your book that allows you to inspect everything before your book becomes…