Oh the weather outside is (finally) cooler, and it’s time to settle in with your favorite Halloween movie. There are so many great ones to choose from, and we have paired books that share the same vibe with some crowd favorites so you can keep those spooky vibes going! If you love Halloween, try My […]
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Engrossing new biography provides a fresh perspective on an overlooked French portraitist
NEW YORK, NY–The latest biography from historian Judith Lissauer Cromwell follows the remarkable life of Louise-Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun, whose portraits of European royalty and nobility hang in many of the world’s most important galleries. As a young woman in the male dominated society of 18th century France, she was denied an artistic education and […]
Your Ultimate Guide to Book Cover Design
So, you’ve written a book, however now you need to figure out how the outside is going to accurately reflect what’s on the inside. Getting started on your first book cover is truly one of the most exhilarating moments in the publishing journey. It’s often the first tangible glimpse of your work, where your book […]
From love to independence: Author explores identity, family bonds in anticipated prequel of award-winning memoir
“A heartfelt exploration of connection, community, and the unbreakable bond between sisters. … Her journey beautifully reminds us of the strength we find within ourselves as we seek to uncover where we truly belong.” — Simone Knego, author of “The Extraordinary UnOrdinary You” CHICAGO — Award-winning author Julie Ryan McGue unravels the gripping tale of […]
From a high stress career in global advertising to a simple rural life in a barn in an Italian hill town
A writer’s journey of transformation through love, food and community in Piemonte SAN FRANCISCO – Barbara Boyle’s inspirational new memoir, “Pinch Me: Waking Up in a 300-Year-Old Italian Farmhouse” (She Writes Press, Feb. 11, 2025) is an evocative account of leaving the frenetic life of an advertising creative director to create a dream life in […]
What’s the difference between blog tours and influencer tours?
To blog tour or to influencer tour, that is the question! The biggest hurdle when promoting your book is getting it into the hands of readers who will enjoy it. And where else to turn to but the wonderful World Wide Web? There are thousands of voracious readers on the internet posting reviews to social […]
Industry Interview with the Teen Services Coordinator at Chicago Public Library, Rachel Strolle
For our 2024 blog series, we’re highlighting industry professionals to find out more about their time in the book world. Follow along for insight on what catches a reviewer’s interest, things to avoid when pitching a media outlet, what librarians are searching for and more. Today, we’re chatting with Rachel Strolle. She is the Teen […]
Prolific Broadway theater producer challenges narrative of traditional publishing with innovative cyber fiction novel
NEW YORK CITY – From Michael Wolk, an innovative New York theater producer and creator, comes the unique and immersive new interactive e-novel “DevilsGame” (Nov. 19, 2024) that’s not just bending genres — it’s recreating the very essence of the ebook format. Enter cyber fiction — a story set in the recent past, formatted for […]
Books Forward Authors in the Media: October 2024
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. Clay Shwab talks about this origin of George Dickel Whiskey in this Jewish Journal article. Dr. Eichin Chang-Lim discusses how to navigate sensitive subjects with your kids for L.A. Parent. […]
Mean Girls day book recs
Happy Mean Girls day, one and all. Every year on Oct. 3, we come together to celebrate the most important of holidays, brought to you by Lindsay Lohan’s glorious comeback and Renee Rapp’s unearthly pipes. And you know we’re gonna celebrate with a list of book recommendations. If you like the backstabbing cliques, try The […]