Successful Author FAQs
Peter Lyle DeHaan
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Do you have questions about writing? Publishing?
With over three decades of experience as a publisher, editor, author, and freelance writer, Peter Lyle DeHaan has answers to questions writers commonly ask. He’ll help you move forward on your writing journey.
On this grand adventure:
aspiringBut there’s more. In fifteen topical chapters, tackling over one hundred questions, Peter will address finding time to write, publishing options, and platform considerations. He talks about blogging and marketing. And he weighs in on the traditional vs indie publishing debate.
There are also loads of writing tips, submission pointers, and a publishing checklist.
Be inspired. Be informed. Be motivated to become the writer you’ve always dreamed of.
Don’t delay your writing journey any longer. Take the next step.
Read Successful Author FAQs to explore the art of writing and the business of publishing.
Duration - 3h 19m.
Author - Peter Lyle DeHaan.
Narrator - Digital Voice Maxwell G.
Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2023 Peter DeHaan ©.
Location:
United States
Networks:
Peter Lyle DeHaan
Digital Voice Maxwell G
Rock Rooster Books
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Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Do you have questions about writing? Publishing? With over three decades of experience as a publisher, editor, author, and freelance writer, Peter Lyle DeHaan has answers to questions writers commonly ask. He’ll help you move forward on your writing journey. On this grand adventure: aspiringBut there’s more. In fifteen topical chapters, tackling over one hundred questions, Peter will address finding time to write, publishing options, and platform considerations. He talks about blogging and marketing. And he weighs in on the traditional vs indie publishing debate. There are also loads of writing tips, submission pointers, and a publishing checklist. Be inspired. Be informed. Be motivated to become the writer you’ve always dreamed of. Don’t delay your writing journey any longer. Take the next step. Read Successful Author FAQs to explore the art of writing and the business of publishing. Duration - 3h 19m. Author - Peter Lyle DeHaan. Narrator - Digital Voice Maxwell G. Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025. Copyright - © 2023 Peter DeHaan ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
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Behind these FAQs
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1. The Intentional Writer
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Is It Worth It?
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Finding Balance
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Finding Time to Write
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Quantity versus Quality
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Dictation
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Don't Forget to Back Up Your Files
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Writers Must Be Readers
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Find Time to Read
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Determining Your Reading List
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Reading Goals for Writers
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Invest in Your Writing
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10,000 Hours
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2. Craft
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Tips to Improve as a Writer
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Write Every Day
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Work Up to Writing a Book
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Changing Writing Conventions
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Writing Voice and Style
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Identifying Speakers in Dialogue
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Points of View
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Third Person Omniscient
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How to Format Numbers
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Writing and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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3. Planning
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Which Approach is Best?
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Planning a Book
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Planning a Series
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Series that Intersect
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4. Getting Feedback
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Tips on Getting and Receiving Feedback
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Finding a Writing Mentor
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Beta Reader Questions
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How to Find a Critique Group
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Critique Group Characteristics
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5. Editing
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Self-Editing Tips
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Alternatives to Hiring an Editor
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Editing Guide
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Types of Editors
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Editor Pet Peeves
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Finding an Editor or Proofreader
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6. Building a Platform
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A Place for Platform
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Social Media Strategy
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Social Media Content
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The Purpose of Blogging
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7. Blogging
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Blogging Expectations
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Discover What to Blog About
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Blog Your Book
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Book Your Blog
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The Fiction Author’s Blog
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Writing a Book versus Blogging
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8. Blogging with WordPress
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WordPress.com versus WordPress.org
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Using Blog Categories
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Using Blog Tags
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Removing Ads from WordPress.com Sites
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SEO Tips and Tricks
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9. Submit Your Work
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How to Format Your Submission
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General Submission Tips
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Periodical Submission Tips
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Query Letters and Book Proposals
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Submission Feedback
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Common Submission Errors
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10. Agents
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When You Need an Agent
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Tips on Finding an Agent
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What Agents Handle
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11. Publishing
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Publishing Options
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Traditional Publishing
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Indie Publishing Versus Traditional Publishing
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Book Support Services
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Indie Publishing Checklist
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Assisted Publishing
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E-Book Formatting
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ISBNs
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Audiobooks
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12. Marketing
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Book Marketability Basics
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How to Know If a Book is Marketable
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Writing about Your Health Scare
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Using an Advance for Marketing
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Hiring Marketing Experts
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Do-It-Yourself Marketing
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13. Legal Stuff
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Protect Blog Content
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Copyright Registration
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GDPR
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Selling Full Rights
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Including Images and Photos
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Citing Sources for Quotes
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14. Finances
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Book Publishing Costs
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Traditional Book Publishing Costs
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Write Full-Time
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Financial Considerations
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Freelance Writing
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Ghostwriting Work
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Ghostwriting Fees
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15. Other Considerations
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Dealing with Rejection
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Grammar Checking Programs
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Word Processing Alternatives
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Contest Payment Conundrum
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Writing Advice that May Not Be True
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Discover What Type of Writer You Are
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My Story
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About Peter Lyle DeHaan
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Closing Credits
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