You Wrote a Book, Now What?

You wrote a book, but how do you begin to market it and find your audience?

Finalist in the 2026 Page Turner Fiction Book Award

August turned out to be a pretty good month for The Long Grass.

Annette Mollison investigates again…

Annette Mollison is back. Ten years after a young woman and a Valiant Drifter disappeared in Far North Queensland, a chance discovery in the bush reveals that an abandoned vehicle and human remains are only the beginning of a much larger mystery.

The Rigged Game: Why the Organic Content Grind Feels Like an Impossible Battle

An honest, unvarnished look at the digital grind.

The Time Travel Tales of Jasper Claxton

Cosy paranormal mysteries involving a time-travelling 18th century ghost.

Why getting Traditionally Published is harder than ever

I recently had the opportunity to speak with a senior editor from a major Big Five publishing house, and our conversation offered valuable insight into why so many aspiring authors struggle to secure a traditional publishing deal.

Is there a sure-shot formula for Book Sales?

Another day, and my inbox is once again filled with the question that almost every aspiring author wants answered: What is the sure-shot way to become a bestselling indie author?

Beyond Book Launches: How Indie Authors Can Use Beehiiv to Build a Reader Audience

Indie authors need more than occasional launch-day attention. Beehiiv gives writers a place to publish newsletters, build a subscriber audience, create a web presence, study reader engagement, and develop a direct connection that can continue between books. Instead of treating every email as a book advertisement, authors can share stories, essays, research, recommendations, bonus material, and behind-the-scenes notes readers genuinely want to receive. Over time, the newsletter can become a bridg

How Indie Authors Can Use Substack to Build a Reader Audience

Substack gives indie authors something social media often cannot provide: a direct connection with readers who choose to hear from them. Instead of constantly promoting a book, authors can publish essays, behind-the-scenes notes, excerpts, recommendations, and personal observations that gradually build familiarity and trust. Every subscriber becomes part of an audience the author can reach again when a new book, interview, event, or idea is ready to share.

Realistic Indie Author Sales and Visibility in a Crowded Market

The world of book sales and indie publishing

Is a Virtual Book Tour Worth It for Indie Authors?

Planning a virtual book tour. Is it worth it?

How to Handle Negative Reviews of Your Book with Grace and Professionalism

Dealing with negative reviews.