There’s no question that the publishing industry has changed dramatically in recent years. In many ways, it’s more difficult to publish a book now than ever before. However, a good publicity team knows what authors are up against, and can help you cope with various challenges, ultimately setting you up for success. What are some […]
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Important News: Books Forward December BFFs 2023 Newsletter
Check out the latest newsletter for our Books Forward Friends. This issue features highlights of our BFFs, fun titles available for review, and special opportunities for our friends. Download the December 2023 newsletter here!
Literary prequels to celebrate the release of Wonka
There you are, turning the last page of a new favorite book and being overcome with sadness that there’s no more to read. But wait! You discover that there’s a prequel, teaching you more about the world you just uncovered, and the characters you’ve fallen in love with. Now, was a Willy Wonka prequel necessary? […]
Books Forward Authors in the Media: December 2023
What can we say, Books Forward authors are always going, going, going! We’re excited to feature some of our authors and their recent media wins. My SA featured author Rudy Ruiz in an article on the Texas Book Festival. Andrew Dolberg and Rob Long wrote an article featured by the Climate Fiction Writer’s League. Asian […]
Witty debut rom-com rewrites “Happily Ever After”
San Diego, California – For anyone who has ever felt “dead-ended” in life, work, and love, Courtney Deane has penned a delightfully funny debut rom-com that proves all tragedies can be rewritten, and happiness can bloom where you least expect it: “When Happily Ever After Fails” (SparkPress, April 9, 2024). About the novel: Abigail Gardner’s […]
Suspenseful new novel explores the dangers of AI, its place in our future and the risks of people-pleasing
STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. – In her upcoming novel, “The Deepfake” (She Writes Press, April 2, 2024), lauded author Joan Cohen “succeeds in building tantalizing tension that keeps the pages turning,” according to BookLife. The book has also received high praise from Kirkus with a coveted starred review saying that “readers will easily relate to and root […]
Here, have a festive romance book to go with your favorite holiday song
Give me all the Christmas songs this time of year, and what goes better with a holiday tune than a cozy romance? Check out our recommendations of what to read based on your favorite carol. And yes, there are two Taylor Swift songs on the list — let me live! It’s Christmas! Lovelight Farms by […]
What is AI and how will it affect authors?
This blog post was not written by artificial intelligence, though we highly considered it. Artificial intelligence, or AI, is a pretty broad term that describes using computers and machines to mimic the human mind. Whether it’s Siri or Alexa, face recognition software or even predictive text, the use of AI is becoming more and more […]
30 African American business executives share their journeys to the top in compelling new book
GREENSBORO, North Carolina – Releasing just ahead of Black History Month, Dr. Chuck Wallington’s new book, “A Seat at the C-Suite Table: Insights from the Leadership Journeys of African American Executives” (Business Expert Press, Jan. 19, 2024), shares the often-overlooked experiences of black men in business. “A Seat at the C-Suite Table” is an insightful […]
Books by Trans, Non-Binary, and Gender Queer Authors to Commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance
Transgender Day of Remembrance is observed on November 20th every year to honor, memorialize, and pay homage to those who have been murdered as a result of transphobia. To honor trans, non-binary, and genderqueer folks on November 20th, I’ve curated a list of books written by those voices. In addition to reading these books please […]
