Are you a short fiction writer wondering what opportunities are open to you? Are you a long-form fiction writer wondering if short fiction is worth the investment of your time? Short fiction is enjoying a resurgence and provides both independently and traditionally published authors opportunities for creating income and connecting with readers. Matty Dalrymple and Mark Leslie Lefebvre will show you where those opportunities lie and how to take advantage of them. CREATING INCOME Traditional Publishing Market Anthologies & Collections Mechanics of Indy Anthologies Standalone e-books e-book Collections Serials Foreign Language Markets Audio Patron Support Getting Unstuck CONNECTING WITH READERS Offering Your Story for Free Reader Funnel Reader Magnet Video Author Readings Market Research Flash Fiction and Micro-Fiction Chapbooks Bonus Material Custom Story Location-based Apps When the Reader Is an Agent BEST PRACTICES Editing and Proofreading Cover Design Links and QR Codes Being an Active Member of the Community Create Once, Publish Everywhere Matty Dalrymple is the author of the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels and Suspense Shorts and the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers. She writes, speaks, consults, and podcasts on independent publishing as The Indy Author™. Mark Leslie Lefebvre (as Mark Leslie) has authored numerous horror short stories and edited horror anthologies. He writes, speaks, consults, and podcasts on topics related to writing, publishing, and bookselling. He was the founder of Kobo Writing Life and is the Director of Business Development at Draft2Digital.

Are you looking for ways to stop being dependent upon only Amazon for your author earnings income? Are you hoping to expand and grow your sales on multiple platforms in global territories? Do you need strategies to help you get started NOW in terms of creating a successful "publish wide" author plan? Would you like to increase and optimize your sales on Apple Books, Kobo, Nook, Google Play and more? Then WIDE FOR THE WIN is the book for you. Based on knowledge derived from decades of working within the publishing and bookselling landscape, author Mark Leslie Lefebvre has compiled those learnings and in depth discussions, interviews, and insights shared from represenatives from the major publishing platforms along with tips, strategies, and pathways to success from hundreds of authors who have already discovered the thrill of forging their own unique pathways to success. If you're looking for a magic bullet, you've come to the wrong place. But if you're looking for ideas, inspiration, and strategies for planning out your own long terms success as an author selling globally on multiple platforms, then you've come to the right place.

Do you want to make a living with your writing?Do you want to turn your words into multiple streams of income? I’m Joanna Penn and I left my corporate job a decade ago to become a full-time author entrepreneur. In this completely updated Third Edition, I’ll explain how I make a living with my writing and share tips from other writers on how you can do it too with practical, actionable advice that you can implement for yourself. If you love to create and you’re ready to learn fresh skills in a fast-changing environment, this book will give you lots of ideas on how to make money with your words. Each chapter provides ideas you can use to research each opportunity in more detail and questions to guide your thought process. Sometimes it’s just about knowing what’s out there in order to find what’s right for you. The book includes: Introduction First principles Part 1: How to Make Money with Books 1.1 Your publishing options and how the industry has changed 1.2 Your book is a valuable intellectual property asset 1.3 Traditional publishing 1.4 Self-publishing or becoming an indie author 1.5 Write more books 1.6 Write books that people want to buy 1.7 Publish in multiple formats 1.8 Publish globally 1.9 Sell direct to your audience 1.10 Market your books Part 2: How to Make Money with your Writing in Other Ways 2.1 Your author ecosystem 2.2 Affiliate income 2.3 Crowdfunding, patronage and subscription 2.4 Professional speaking, teaching, performing, and live events 2.5 Online courses, webinars, events, and membership sites 2.6 Advertising and sponsorship 2.7 Physical products and merchandise 2.8 Freelance writing and ghostwriting 2.9 Consulting or coaching 2.10 Author services 2.11 Other ways to make money with your writing The transition to making a living with your writing If you want to make a living with your writing, download a sample or buy now!

If you are an author who is thinking of launching a podcast … if you are an author who has started a podcast and is struggling to keep it afloat … if you are an author on the brink of “podfading” and losing the hard-won benefits you can gain from this popular and intimate format -- then this book is for you. Matty Dalrymple, The Indy Author, shares her learnings from her years hosting and producing The Indy Author Podcast. Tapping nautical metaphors to explore the stages of creating a podcast, this book will guide you through determining your destination, preparing for your voyage, and setting sail. Matty discusses the benefits podcasting offers to authors specifically, and the specific challenges authors might need to overcome to succeed in this medium. Questions posed at the end of each chapter prompt insights to be captured in your own Captain's Log, enabling you to note progress, acknowledge mistakes, and celebrate successes on your voyage. This is not merely a manual of technical requirements, although those are covered at a high level in the book and in more detail at The Indy Author website. This is a foundational resource you can pick up again and again, one that will serve as your guide as you steer your podcast through its voyage and, when a course correction is needed, will provide the strategies and tactics you need to adjust your bearing. The Indy Author’s Guide to Podcasting for Authors covers: The Podcasting Voyage · Why Podcasting ... and Why for Authors? Determining Your Destination · Determining Your Destination - Introduction · Establishing Connections with Guests · Building Community with Listeners · Creating Direct Income with Your Podcast · Creating Indirect Income with Your Podcast Preparing for Your Voyage · Preparing for the Voyage - Introduction · Choosing Your Topic · Choosing Your Format · Choosing Your Mode, Medium, and Venue · Choosing Your Deliverables · Choosing Your Schedule · Choosing Your Episode Structure · Choosing Your Persona · Choosing Your Livery (a.k.a. Branding) · Choosing the Tech Setting Sail · Setting Sail - Introduction · Lining up Guests · Preparing for the Episode · Creating the Environment · Refining Your Audio and Video Presence · Creating the Episode · Making the Most of Your Content · Making It Interactive · Reducing Friction (Improving Your Production Process) · Being a Podcast Guest Embarking on the Voyage · Embarking of the Voyage - Last Thoughts · Resources

Are you ready to elevate your writing career by stepping onto the stage? Establishing yourself as a successful speaker is both an art and a science–where do you start? From Page to Platform is your essential guide to making that leap. This comprehensive guide will help you land your first speaking engagements, deliver captivating presentations, and build a respected brand as a speaker. - Define your speaking goals and craft your unique message - Connect deeply with your audience, whether in-person or virtually - Land your first paid speaking engagement - Discover the secrets to creating impactful slides - Impress organizers and ensure you’re always in demand Learn from Matty Dalrymple and M.L. Ronn (Michael La Ronn), two acclaimed speakers who have successfully transformed their words into income on the speaking circuit. Whether you're an experienced author or just starting out, From Page to Platform offers insightful strategies, practical steps, and the inspiration you need to share your voice with the world from the stage. From Page to Platform covers … YOUR SPEAKING CAREER Defining Your Goals as a Speaker Creating Your Speaker Strategy What is your speaker mission statement? Establishing Yourself as a True Professional THE GOALS OF YOUR TALK What do you want your audience to learn? What do you want your audience to experience? What actions do you want your audience to take? TYPES OF TALKS ... NOT JUST THE USUAL SUSPECTS Interviews / Podcasts Panels Workshops Author Readings Keynotes FORMATS In-person Events Virtual Events FINDING THE OPPORTUNITIES Your Author and Speaker Communities Conferences Placement Services ASSESSING THE OPPORTUNITIES Consider the Organizer’s Goals Consider the Organizer’s and Event’s Professionalism Consider the Venue Make Your Provisional Decision SETTING YOUR FEE AND NEGOTIATING THE OFFER What to Charge If the Offer Doesn’t Include Payment If the Offer Does Include Payment Consider Copyright Negotiation Basics PREPARING YOUR TALK Slides Notes Handouts SELLING YOUR BOOKS In-person Events Virtual Events THE SPEAKER ON THE ROAD Travel Costs Travel Tips DRESSING FOR SUCCESS Match the Level of Formality to the Event and Venue Be Comfortable How about Branded Clothing? Consider a Uniform Best (Dressed) Practices BEFORE THE EVENT Block Your Calendar Heed Communications from Organizers Manage Your Materials Research Your Fellow Presenters and Event Attendees Promote the Event as well as the Talk Triple Check Your Website Use the Event App If You Have to Cancel For In-person Events For Virtual Events ATTENDING THE EVENT You’re Always on Stage Scope Out the Venue Audiovisual Setup Be an Active Participant Use Social Media Manage Your Energy THE DAY OF THE PRESENTATION Calm Your Nerves Arrive Early Confirm the Logistics Mingle with the Participants Capture the Moment GIVING THE BEST TALK OF YOUR LIFE The Main Event Q&A Dealing with Hecklers Be the Last to the Leave the Room AFTER YOUR TALK (IT’S NOT OVER WHEN YOU STEP OFF THE PODIUM) Recharge and Celebrate! Tick off the Tasks Follow up with the Organizers Capitalize on Your Connections Share the Experience Update Your Website Speaker’s Notes YOUR SPEAKER TOOLKIT Media Kit Speaker Bios General Topic Information Upcoming and Past Events Event-specific Web Page Headshot Business Cards Demo Reel STAYING AT THE CUTTING EDGE OF YOUR NICHE

"A cleverly written, masterful mystery, filled with twists and turns to keep you on edge throughout." —Lisa Regan, USA Today and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Crime Fiction Author "Matty Dalrymple shows some serious chops as a writer of psychic suspense. Protagonist Ann Kinnear finds herself in a major jam that's by turns professional and personal. Although her special gifts help her fight the forces of darkness, they can become a liability as well, and sharp readers will enjoy following Ann's adventures to their gripping finale." —Elizabeth Sims, author of the Rita Farmer mysteries and the Lillian Byrd crime series "Matty Dalrymple draws upon her knowledge of the world of flying and spins a tale of mystery and intrigue that keeps the reader engaged to the very end. For a pilot like myself, the realistic airport setting and characters made the book a highly entertaining read." —Vicky Benzing, Aerobatic performer and air racer A small plane crashes in the Pennsylvania Wilds ... ... and only Ann Kinnear has the ability to discover the force that brought it down. Will the secret the victims carried die with them, or come back to haunt her? Ann Kinnear is indulging her love of aviation by working toward her pilot's license at Avondale Airport—and protecting her privacy by discouraging the attentions of a filmmaker intent on documenting her spirit-sensing abilities. Little does she know that a fiery plane crash in the Pennsylvania Wilds will embroil her in a race to track down a contract on which two rivals are banking their futures. And when airshow pilot Gwen Burridge launches a smear campaign against Ann, she is even more determined to uncover the truth. Ann travels to the crash site and learns what brought the plane down—but it's only part of the story. Will Ann land safely, or be the latest victim of a secret someone is willing to kill to keep? Find out now in Book 3 of the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels!

“A book that proves just as keen and charming as its characters.” —Kirkus Reviews “Crisp, fresh, and spooky. Dalrymple’s depiction of the great Bar Harbor Fire of 1947 is so exactly and emotionally rendered, I could feel the blasts of heat from the pages.” —Robert Blake Whitehill, Bestselling Author of The Ben Blackshaw Series Ann Kinnear thinks that her midnight visit to a shuttered Maine hotel with a haunted past is simply a favor for a friend ... until she finds that more than secrets are buried there. Will Ann be able to unlock the secrets hidden within those walls, or will she succumb to an eternity trapped there herself? After solving the Philadelphia Socialite murder, Ann Kinnear should be riding high. Instead, she's depressed and considering abandoning her spirit sensing business. To add to her problems, she has suffered a series of injuries to her hands—could these be the ghostly repercussions of the violence that ended her last case? Ann goes to Maine to solicit help from fellow spirit senser Garrick Masser. Ann and Garrick find more trouble than they bargained for in a tale of obsession and misplaced loyalty that has its roots in a crumbling summer hotel, international art theft, and the historic wildfire that raged across Mount Desert Island in 1947. Will Ann be able to fit together the pieces of the puzzle, or will she miss the vital piece ... and its warning of the danger that lies in wait? Find out in Book 2 of the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels! KEYWORDS: supernatural suspense novel series amateur women sleuth senser psychic medium supernatural paranormal ghosts spirits sensing suspense thriller murder crime Maine Bar Harbor Acadia Mount Desert Island