The Author CEO by Naomi Blackburn: When It Makes Good Sense to Pay for a Book Review
Naomi Blackburn discusses respected paid review providers, such as Kirkus, and considers the benefits of paying for such book review services.
The Author CEO by Naomi Blackburn: When Purchased Reviews Fail to Make the Cut
Naomi Blackburn discusses Fiverr and considers the ethical and financial implications of purchased reviews.
The Author CEO by Naomi Blackburn: Keeping Political Views Private (Revisited)
Is there a line to be drawn between your author persona and your own personal political stance? Naomi Blackburn shares her thoughts on this important issue.
The Author CEO by Naomi Blackburn: Factoring Overhead Into Your Book’s Business Plan
This week Naomi Blackburn discusses the importance of financial planning, including monitoring small costs that can quickly accumulate.
The Author CEO by Naomi Blackburn: What’s Your Price Point? How to Price Your Indie Book to Sell
This week Naomi Blackburn discusses the importance book pricing and how to price your book to sell, rather than stay on the shelves.
The Author CEO by Naomi Blackburn: Authors Tempted to Lash Out at Reviewers: Don’t Be a Jerk
This week Naomi Blackburn discusses the importance of treating reviewers with respect, and accepting reviews with good grace.