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2026-03-10 18:02:19 UTC

Are you blocking your success?
This week's webinar from Indie Author Training…
https://indieauthormagazine.com/are-you-blocking-your-suc/

2026-03-10 17:02:11 UTC

Opal Reyne on Redefining the Monster Romance Genre
Opal Reyne is the creator of the wildly popular Duskwalker Brides series, which began with A Soul to Keep and quickly gained a devoted fanbase for its dark fantasy world and unforgettable skull-headed heroes.
https://www.ingramspark.com/blog/opal-reyne-on-redefining-the-monster-romance-genre
#BehindtheBook

2026-03-10 16:34:52 UTC

One of These Writers Will Win $150,000
The longlist for the 2026 Carol Shields Prize for Fiction, the fate of the ACOTAR adaptation, the book behind ONE BATTLE, and more.
https://bookriot.com/carol-shields-prize-longlist-2026/
#TodayinBooks

2026-03-10 16:18:40 UTC

Soften the Blow
Every writer needs a little inspiration once in a while. For today’s prompt, write about a terrible person from the POV of someone who loves them.
The post Soften the Blow appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/soften-the-blow
#BeInspired #CreativeWritingPrompts #PhotoPrompts #WritingPrompts #creativewritingprompt

2026-03-10 16:02:20 UTC

New Mystery and Thriller Books to Read | March 10
Hold on to the edge of your seat as we hunt for clues and solve the case with these exciting new mystery and thriller books for the week! There are so many bestselling authors with new novels for you to dive into this week including F.T. Grant, Kristin McTiernan, Deanna Raybourn, and more. Enjoy your new mystery, thriller, and suspense novels. Happy reading!
https://www.newinbooks.com/new-mystery-and-thriller-books-to-read-march-10-2/
#Mystery #Thriller #WeeklyReleases

2026-03-10 15:48:52 UTC

New Romance Books to Read | March 10
Looking to fall in love with some new romance reads? You’ll adore these exciting new novels! This week you can get your hands on books by bestselling authors Megan Freitas, E. Masson, Julie G. Henry, and more. Enjoy your new romance books and happy reading!
https://www.newinbooks.com/new-romance-books-to-read-march-10-2/
#Romance #WeeklyReleases

2026-03-10 15:34:33 UTC

New Books to Read in Literary Fiction | March 10
Literary fiction readers are in for a treat. This week’s latest releases list is full of intriguing reads you won’t want to miss! The new releases list includes so many bestselling authors like Lamar D. Vine, Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney, M.L. Stedman, and more. Enjoy your new literary fiction books. Happy reading!
https://www.newinbooks.com/new-books-to-read-in-literary-fiction-march-10-2/
#LiteraryFiction #WeeklyReleases

2026-03-10 15:17:23 UTC

New Science Fiction and Fantasy Books | March 10
Set off on an adventure to new worlds this week! This selection of new science fiction and fantasy books will surely please! Science Fiction fans should be excited about the latest from bestselling authors Claire Kent, Joey Wells, Pepper Pace, and more. If Fantasy is what your library needs, you’ll be able to pick up the latest from Kelly Garcia, A. T. Qureshi, Shannon Mae, and more. Enjoy your new science fiction and fantasy books. Happy reading!
https://www.newinbooks.com/new-science-fiction-and-fantasy-books-march-10-2/
#FantasyAndScienceFiction #ScienceFiction #WeeklyReleases

2026-03-10 15:05:57 UTC

New Young Adult Books to Read | March 10
Are you an avid reader of Young Adult books? This week you are in luck! With all of these new novels, you’re bound to find a new favorite book to add to your reading list. This week includes new novels from bestselling authors Monica Murphy, Katy Lee Hart, AJ Nicole, and more. Enjoy your new young adult books. Happy reading!
https://www.newinbooks.com/new-young-adult-books-to-read-march-10-2/
#WeeklyReleases #YoungAdult

2026-03-10 14:54:53 UTC

New Biography and Memoir Books to Read | March 10
Looking for some new biography and memoir books for your library? There are so many new releases this week that you’re bound to find a new favorite. You can pick up new books from Christina Applegate, Theresa E. Evans, Keith O'Brien, and more. Enjoy your new biography and memoir books. Happy reading!
https://www.newinbooks.com/new-biography-and-memoir-books-to-read-march-10-2/
#BiographyAndMemoir #WeeklyReleases

2026-03-10 14:37:44 UTC

IndieView with Heather Cumiskey, author of The Sooner I Go
I wanted to explore how initial impressions aren’t always what they seem and a lot can be going on beneath the surface as is the case with these two characters. Heather Cumiskey – 10 March 2026 The Back Flap Seven … Continue reading →
The post IndieView with Heather Cumiskey, author of The Sooner I Go first appeared on The IndieView.
https://www.theindieview.com/2026/03/10/indieview-with-heather-cumiskey-author-of-the-sooner-i-go/
#Indieviewauthor #Interviews

2026-03-10 14:26:33 UTC

New Business and Finance Books to Read | March 10
Looking for some new business and finance books for your library? There are so many new releases this week that you’re bound to find a new favorite. You can pick up new books from David M. Patel, Chakib Abi Saab, and Markus Heitkoetter. Enjoy your new business and finance books. Happy reading!
https://www.newinbooks.com/new-business-and-finance-books-to-read-march-10/
#WeeklyReleases

2026-03-10 14:07:25 UTC

What I’ve Learned Selling Books at Farmers’ Markets: A How-To Guide
Come on, get out there. There's money and friendships to be made! Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »
https://writingcooperative.com/what-ive-learned-selling-books-at-farmers-markets-a-how-to-guide-9dc55dd83eb
#bookmarketing #booksandauthors #books #farmersmarket #marketing

2026-03-10 14:07:14 UTC

News Summary: Amazon Pulls Paris Book Festival Sponsorship; London Book Fair Tackles AI Rights
London and Paris. The eponymous cities of the Dickens classic that haunted many a schoolday of mine. Paris, in the throes of a bloody revolution. London, checks Cliff Notes and memory alike and utterly fails to remember. Two and a quarter centuries later, and as book fairs loom in each of those great cities, we again have news from both.
The post News Summary: Amazon Pulls Paris Book Festival Sponsorship; London Book Fair Tackles AI Rights appeared first on The Self-Publishing Advice Center.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/amazon-pulls-paris-book-festival-sponsorship/
#AIrights #ALLi #Amazon #Frenchbooksellers #IndieAuthorLab

2026-03-10 13:48:04 UTC

Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for March 10, 2026
A cross-generational family saga, a dark reimagining of Snow White, a take on the Icarus myth, and more of today's best book deals.
https://bookriot.com/book-riots-deals-of-the-day-for-march-10-2026/
#BookDeals

2026-03-10 13:47:54 UTC

When John Died by Tobias Maxwell
A poignant story about the loss of a loved one and the diverse reactions from family members and friends
The post When John Died by Tobias Maxwell appeared first on Independent Book Review.
https://independentbookreview.com/2026/03/10/when-john-died-by-tobias-maxwell/
#bookreview #indieauthor #indieauthorbookreview #indiebookreview #LiteraryAndGeneralFiction

2026-03-10 13:33:59 UTC

Reality…But Better: Never Let Facts Get in the Way of Fiction
The holidays before these last holidays, my wife and I, our kids, and my in-laws went to Ecuador to cruise around the Galapagos Islands. As wonderful as that sounds, full disclosure, I had some doubts. The Galapagos Islands are far away, vacationing there is insanely expensive, and I personally have a long, sorted history of getting violently ill at sea. My wife, though, really wanted to go, so, well…off we went. I can’t tell you how happy I am that we did. For two reasons.
https://writerunboxed.com/2026/03/10/realitybut-better-never-let-facts-get-in-the-way-of-fiction/
#Inspirations #REALWORLD #inspiration #MatthewNorman #writinglife

2026-03-10 13:21:26 UTC

Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow: Write That Story That Is Hard To Write
In this interview, author Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow discusses writing toward hope with her new picture book, Ramadan Rain.
The post Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow: Write That Story That Is Hard To Write appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/jamilah-thompkins-bigelow-write-that-story-that-is-hard-to-write
#BeInspired #Childrens #Genre #Interviews #WriteBetterFiction

2026-03-10 13:03:12 UTC

Review: God in Drag by Kristine Madera
A touching tale of humility, healing, and the unpredictable paths of every soul, God in Drag by Kristine Madera is a travel novel that positively shines with humanity. Micah Connerly has spent over a year in India searching for his absent stepfather, a holy man named Raj who doesn't seem interested in being found. Criss-crossing [...]…
https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/review-god-in-drag-by-kristine-madera/
#BookReviews #LatestBookReviews #InternationalFictionBookReviews #LiteraryFictionBookReviews

2026-03-10 12:47:41 UTC

From Steam to Silicon by Anonymous
A fascinating history of innovation
The post From Steam to Silicon by Anonymous appeared first on Independent Book Review.
https://independentbookreview.com/2026/03/10/from-steam-to-silicon-by-anonymous/
#bookreview #399orLess #bookblog #bookreviewblog #history

2026-03-10 12:32:56 UTC

I Get Why All The Book Clubs Chose This Book
This novel, which landed on our list of 2025's most popular book club books, is fueled by magic and ripe for discussion and debate.
https://bookriot.com/cursed-daughters-by-oyinkan-braithwaite/
#InReadingColor

2026-03-10 12:20:10 UTC

6 of the Best New Book Releases Out March 10, 2026
This week's new books have Succession, but set in India, dark historical vampire revenge, and "Sapphic Moby-Dick in Space."…
https://bookriot.com/the-best-new-book-releases-out-march-10-2026/
#NewBooks

2026-03-10 12:03:24 UTC

We Missed the Point of These Great Science Fiction and Fantasy Books
We love Star Wars and vote for fascists. We watch The Handmaid's Tale while stripping away rights. We missed the point of these SFF classics.
https://bookriot.com/we-missed-the-point/
#Opinion #ScienceFictionFantasy #SwordsandSpaceships

2026-03-10 11:48:56 UTC

State Department Orders Non-Profit Libraries to Halt Passport Services
In rural areas, these libraries may have acted as the primary passport agency for many people who would have otherwise not had easy access.
https://bookriot.com/state-department-orders-non-profit-libraries-to-halt-passport-services/
#CheckYourShelf

2026-03-10 11:34:21 UTC

12 Must-Read New Queer Books Out in March 2026
Here are the must-read new queer books out in March 2026, from a queer Moby-Dick in space story (or two) to a gay take on The Golden Girls.
https://bookriot.com/new-queer-books-march-2026/
#LGBTQ #OurQueerestShelves

2026-03-10 11:18:28 UTC

March Selections From the Biggest Book Clubs: Mysteries, Bad Feminists, and Everything In Between
Here are the March title selections for over one dozen book clubs that you can take part in from wherever you are.
https://bookriot.com/march-2026-book-club-selections/
#IntheClub

2026-03-10 11:02:22 UTC

Great New Gothic Romances You Should Definitely Read
Love an atmospheric vibe and a dark story that involves romantic love? Then one of these 6 great new gothic romances will be for you!
https://bookriot.com/great-new-gothic-romances-you-should-definitely-read/
#KissingBooks #RomanceErotica #darkromance #gothicfiction #gothicromance

2026-03-10 10:49:28 UTC

XO, KITTY Season 3 is Coming! Here’s Everything We Know
XO,Kitty is coming back for a third season. Here's everything you need to know about the show and when it will land on Netflix.
https://bookriot.com/xo-kitty-season-3/
#BookRadar

2026-03-10 10:33:56 UTC

Death In the Long Shadows by Francis M. Flavin
An atmospheric homage to the classical safari tradition
The post Death In the Long Shadows by Francis M. Flavin appeared first on Independent Book Review.
https://independentbookreview.com/2026/03/10/death-in-the-long-shadows-by-francis-m-flavin/
#bookreview #AtmospherePress #deathinthelongshadows #francismflavin #indieauthor

2026-03-10 10:20:17 UTC

Simon & Schuster Taps Former Amazon Exec Greg Greeley to Succeed Jonathan Karp as CEO
Greeley’s appointment comes some six months after Karp announced he would be stepping back to run a new imprint at Simon & Schuster, Simon Six.
The post Simon & Schuster Taps Former Amazon Exec Greg Greeley to Succeed Jonathan Karp as CEO appeared first on Publishing Perspectives.
https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/03/simon-schuster-taps-former-amazon-exec-greg-greeley-to-succeed-jonathan-karp-as-ceo/
#Amazon #CEO #JonathanKarp #RichardSarnoff #SimonAndSchuster

2026-03-10 10:20:06 UTC

What’s On for Tomorrow at the London Book Fair
The 2026 London Book Fair is underway. Check out these program highlights for Day Two, Wednesday, March 11.
The post What’s On for Tomorrow at the London Book Fair appeared first on Publishing Perspectives.
https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/03/whats-on-for-tomorrow-at-the-london-book-fair/
#JoNesb #JoannaPrior #LondonBookFair #ReginaBrooks

2026-03-10 10:05:40 UTC

Shoot the Book!: Bringing French Books to Film
Société Civil des Éditeurs de Langue Française's Shoot the Book!, their popular meeting event between producers and publishers, returns to London for its second edition.
The post Shoot the Book!: Bringing French Books to Film appeared first on Publishing Perspectives.
https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/03/shoot-the-book-bringing-french-books-to-film/
#Adaptation #BooktoScreen #ShoottheBook #SocitCivildesditeursdeLangueFranaise

2026-03-10 09:06:26 UTC

How to Use Podcast Guesting to Promote Your Nonfiction Book
One author appeared on 50+ podcasts before her book launched. Here’s what she learned about timing, pitching, and making it work for you.
https://janefriedman.com/how-to-use-podcast-guesting-to-promote-your-nonfiction-book/
#AuthorPlatform #GuestPost

2026-03-10 07:49:58 UTC

Using Contradictions to Create Microtension – Part 6
One of the most powerful ways to create microtension is through contradictions between a character’s internal state and the setting...
The post Using Contradictions to Create Microtension – Part 6 appeared first on C. S. Lakin.
https://www.livewritethrive.com/2026/03/10/using-contradictions-to-create-microtension-part-6/
#Fiction #NailingSceneStructure #NovelStructure #microtension #setting

2026-03-10 06:05:38 UTC

Ooo La La: 5 Steps to Write Uncomfortable Scenes
For many authors, the most difficult type of scene to write (and write well) are sex scenes. However, any type of uncomfortable scene can feel awkward to write, as we may struggle with descriptions or complex emotions, or we may feel judged or ashamed of our writing, and all of that can make our writing...
The post Ooo La La: 5 Steps to Write Uncomfortable Scenes appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS®.
https://writershelpingwriters.net/2026/03/write-uncomfortable-scenes/
#ResidentWritingCoach #Romance #WritingCraft #WritingLessons

2026-03-09 21:02:58 UTC

Ten Tips for Newsletter Swaps in 2026
Newsletter swaps are one of the most effective, low‑cost ways to reach new readers. Here’s how to find partners, present compelling recommendations, and build long‑term relationships that benefit you and your readers.
https://indieauthormagazine.com/ten-tips-for-newsletter-swaps-in-2026/
#TenTips

2026-03-09 20:10:40 UTC

Cultivation Novels Explained
Author Tao Wong explains cultivation novels for writers new to the genre, including what they are and examples to check out.
The post Cultivation Novels Explained appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/cultivation-novels-explained
#Genre #ScienceFictionFantasy #WriteBetterFiction #CultivationNovels #fantasy

2026-03-09 19:34:33 UTC

Writing Podcast Episode 707: Sheryle Bagwell on writing ‘Letter from Provence’
How would you like to spend summers in Australia and then travel to a small village in France to bask in the northern summer during the other half of the year? Well, that’s the current reality of journalist and author Sheryle Bagwell – and in her new memoir, Letter from Provence, she not only documents […]…
https://www.writerscentre.com.au/blog/ep-707/
#PodcastSoYouWanttobeaWriter

2026-03-09 19:18:50 UTC

Free Fiction Monday: Skylight
Ragged, hungry, Skye gets abandoned at the door of what looks like a gigantic prison. The Assassins Guild—an impenetrable fortress. Only they let her in. And now, she either joins or escapes. One final test will determine the future—for herself and everyone around her. “Skylight” is available on this site for one week only. You […]…
https://kriswrites.com/2026/03/09/free-fiction-monday-skylight/
#freefiction #FreeFictionMondays #ScienceFiction #SpaceOpera #AssassinsGuild

2026-03-09 18:22:48 UTC

Decoding David Lynch’s Mulholland Drive with John Thorne (From Script)
In this week’s round up from Script magazine, settle into an in-depth examination of David Lynch’s Mulholland Drive and more.
The post Decoding David Lynch’s Mulholland Drive with John Thorne (From Script) appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/decoding-david-lynchs-mulholland-drive-with-john-thorne-from-script
#Resources #FromScript #FromScriptMagazine #FromScriptCom #FromScriptMagcom

2026-03-09 16:17:45 UTC

Trust Your Creative Process
Trust Your Creative Process – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 195 *** “In difficult days when I’m struggling with my story or I’m struggling with my creative entrepreneur business. I turn to...
The post Trust Your Creative Process appeared first on Writer's Fun Zone.
https://writersfunzone.com/blog/2026/03/09/trust-your-creative-process
#HOWTOWRITETHEFUTUREPODCAST #artistdevelopment #artisticconfidence #authenticexpression #BethBarany

2026-03-09 16:03:03 UTC

Review: Second Nature by Thomas Drago
A gritty, dread-inducing drama that explores lingering extraterrestrial trauma in small-town New York, Second Nature by Thomas Drago is a character-driven gem of science fiction. When an alien force snatches nearly a dozen people from their homes, only to return them the next night to a hallowed stretch of indigenous land, it shakes the foundation [...]…
https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/review-second-nature-by-thomas-drago/
#BookReviews #LatestBookReviews #ScienceFictionBookReviews

2026-03-09 15:50:01 UTC

7 Conversational Writing Techniques Pros Use Without Thinking
Don't write the way you talk. Write the way you listen. Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »
https://writingcooperative.com/7-conversational-writing-techniques-pros-use-without-thinking-5a0ea72ed21
#contentwriting #freelancewriting #contentcreation #writingtips #wisewords

2026-03-09 15:21:08 UTC

Our Favorite LGBTQIA+ Audiobooks
Despite the best efforts of people in power trying to erase LGBTQIA+ voices (see the drastic increase in book bans, which disproportionately target queer authors) there’s no suppressing the popularity of their stories. While fiction sales as a whole have decreased in recent years, LGBTQIA+ fiction sales keep growing. Readers know what they want, and […]
The post Our Favorite LGBTQIA+ Audiobooks appeared first on Libro.fm Audiobooks.
https://blog.libro.fm/lgbtqia-audiobooks/
#Audiobooks #audiobookrecommendations #audiobooks #lgbtqiabooks #lgbtqiafiction

2026-03-09 15:03:47 UTC

There’s No Secret Hack for Reclaiming Your Attention
The secret to reading more is just to read more. Plus: things get complicated with Judy Blume's biographer, a really big book club, and more.
https://bookriot.com/theres-no-secret-hack-for-reclaiming-your-attention/
#TodayinBooks

2026-03-09 13:33:49 UTC

Need a Little Tenderness in Your Writing? Let Music Open the Floodgates
Melodic memory can crack even hardened shells around feeling Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »
https://writingcooperative.com/need-a-little-tenderness-in-your-writing-let-music-open-the-floodgates-d5fa47c3898
#music #association #creativity #memoir #inspiration

2026-03-09 13:03:33 UTC

Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for March 9, 2026
A reimagining of Medusa, an extraordinary carousel, the danger of demonization, and more of today's best book deals.
https://bookriot.com/book-riots-deals-of-the-day-for-march-9-2026/
#BookDeals

2026-03-09 12:34:00 UTC

And Your Byrd Can Sing by Jim Roberts
A captivating historical drama with a killer premise and characters that will shatter your heart
The post And Your Byrd Can Sing by Jim Roberts appeared first on Independent Book Review.
https://independentbookreview.com/2026/03/09/and-your-byrd-can-sing-by-jim-roberts/
#bookreview #StarredReviews #AndYourByrdCanSing #drama #historicalfiction

2026-03-09 12:18:24 UTC

Readings for Writers: Miguel Delibes and George Saunders
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https://writerunboxed.com/2026/03/09/readings-for-writers-miguel-delibes-and-george-saunders/
#REALWORLD

2026-03-09 12:08:18 UTC

Maya Kornberg: This Book Was an Exercise in Hope
In this interview, author Maya Kornberg discusses how her career focusing on democracy helped inspire her to write her new book, Stuck.
The post Maya Kornberg: This Book Was an Exercise in Hope appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/maya-kornberg-this-book-was-an-exercise-in-hope
#BeInspired #Interviews #WriteBetterNonfiction #AuthorSpotlight #AuthorSpotlightSeries

2026-03-09 11:17:48 UTC

New World City by Spencer Hey
A subversive blend of genres as agile as an assassin in the night
The post New World City by Spencer Hey appeared first on Independent Book Review.
https://independentbookreview.com/2026/03/09/new-world-city-by-spencer-hey/
#bookreview #assassin #bookblog #SciFiAndFantasy #sciencefiction

2026-03-09 11:13:30 UTC

Read Harder This Women’s History Month
These books about women in history are perfect for Women's History Month, and they also complete 2026 Read Harder Challenge tasks.
https://bookriot.com/read-harder-this-womens-history-month/
#ReadHarder #AllAccess

2026-03-09 10:48:36 UTC

Literary Romance Books and Romantic Fiction
If you are looking for lush, lyrical writing, deep thematic statements, or just something that feels literary, these are the romance books for you.
https://bookriot.com/literary-romance-books/
#Featured #KissingBooks #RomanceErotica

2026-03-09 10:38:07 UTC

The Best New Mystery & Thrillers Released in Paperback + More Mystery Happenings!
Check out February's mystery/thriller paperback releases, plus adaptation news and more.
https://bookriot.com/new-mystery-thriller-paperbacks-and-more-mystery-news/
#MysteryThriller #UnusualSuspects

2026-03-09 10:24:59 UTC

Kishōtenketsu Story Structure: What It Is, How It Works, and How It Compares to Western Plotting
Note From KMW: In recent years, one of the questions I’ve been asked most often is whether I’ll write more about Eastern story structure—particularly how it compares to the Western Monomyth and the structural beats I tend to teach. In fact, when I ran my reader survey last year, exploring Kishōtenketsu was one of the […]
The post Kishōtenketsu Story Structure: What It Is, How It Works, and How It Compares to Western Plotting appeared first on Helping Writers Become Authors.
https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/kishotenketsu-story-structure/
#StructuringYourNovel #kishotenketsu #structuringyournovel

2026-03-09 10:03:57 UTC

Celebrate Women’s History Month with These Picture Books About Female Athletes
These picture books about female athletes introduce young readers to ping pong and rock climbing champions, Paralympic record setters, and more…
https://bookriot.com/picture-books-about-female-athletes/
#Childrens #TheKidsAreAllRight #femaleathletes #olympics

2026-03-09 07:02:27 UTC

Get Started Right Writing Task: 008
Get each week started on the right foot with Get Started Right Writing Tasks. For this week’s task, pick a favorite quote about writing.
The post Get Started Right Writing Task: 008 appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/get-started-right-writing-task-008
#BeInspired #TheWritersLife #WritingHabitsandPractices #GetStartedRightWritingTasks #writingquotes

2026-03-09 05:47:48 UTC

Not the London Book Fair: Richard Charkin’s Utterly Personal Publishing Visitor’s Guide to London
Venture out from Olympia to enjoy the architecture, eat, drink, and check out some of the literary history around London.
The post Not the London Book Fair: Richard Charkin’s Utterly Personal Publishing Visitor’s Guide to London appeared first on Publishing Perspectives.
https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/03/not-the-london-book-fair-richard-charkins-utterly-personal-publishing-visitors-guide-to-london/
#OpinionAndCommentary #Bookstores #literaryhistory #London #LondonBookFair

2026-03-09 05:33:06 UTC

Around the Book World: Monday, March 9, 2026
Publishing analyst Carlo Carrenho kicks off the week with a review of the headlines from across the international publishing world.
The post Around the Book World: Monday, March 9, 2026 appeared first on Publishing Perspectives.
https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/03/around-the-book-world-monday-march-9-2026/
#Aena #Audible #Australia #Awards #Bonnier

2026-03-09 04:32:48 UTC

HOW TO KEEP ON WRITING WHEN THE WORLD IS ON FIRE
Career Authors
USA TODAY bestselling author and literary agent Paula Munier on how to get motivated, stay focused, and keep on writing, even in the worst of times.
HOW TO KEEP ON WRITING WHEN THE WORLD IS ON FIRE Paula Munier…
https://careerauthors.com/how-to-keep-on-writing-when-the-world-is-on-fire/
#Craft #Life #agentPaulaMunier #AppointmentinSamarra #Butterfield8

2026-03-09 01:33:43 UTC

WIN ‘Whispering Rooms’ by Genki Kawamura and Marie Kondo
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Whispering Rooms by Genki Kawamura and Marie Kondo. Whispering Rooms is a gentle, imaginative collection of short stories told from the perspectives of rooms and objects. Drawing on Marie Kondo’s tidying philosophy, each tale explores memory, loss, and the quiet moments when people discover what truly sparks […]…
https://www.writerscentre.com.au/blog/win-whispering-rooms-by-genki-kawamura-and-marie-kondo/
#CompetitionsandOpportunities

2026-03-09 00:04:22 UTC

Quiz books are the answer to falling non-fiction sales, data shows
2025 was the best year for quiz book sales since records began in 1998; while Bibles also proved popular If the question is which genre bucked the prevailing trend in publishing to record a remarkable rise in readership last year, the answer is clear: quiz books. Spending on the titles increased by nearly a quarter in 2025, data from NielsenIQ BookData suggests. It was the best year for quiz books since records began in 1998, according to the company, which manages the ISBN and SAN agencies for the UK and Ireland. Continue reading...
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/mar/09/quiz-books-non-fiction-sales-2025
#Publishing #Books #Quizandtriviagames #Business #Culture

2026-03-08 19:34:23 UTC

Big stories from small beginnings – and how to pivot between memoir and fiction: interviewed by Mark Leslie Lefebvre
What are the key differences between writing memoir and writing fiction? That’s one of the questions I’m tackling today at Stark Reflections on Writing & Publishing, the podcast from horror/ speculative fiction author and longtime publishing guru Mark Leslie Lefebvre. I’m thrilled to be invited to Mark’s show because he’s one of the old-timers in… Continue reading Big stories from small beginnings – and how to pivot between memoir and fiction: interviewed by Mark Leslie Lefebvre…
https://nailyournovel.wordpress.com/2026/03/08/big-stories-from-small-beginnings-and-how-to-pivot-between-memoir-and-fiction-interviewed-by-mark-leslie-lefebvre/
#Interviews #podcasts #audiointerview #differencebetweenmemoirandautobiography #differencebetweenmemoirandfiction

2026-03-08 19:18:58 UTC

Writing a (Supernatural) Killer Romance
Bestselling author Kiersten White shares five basic steps for writing a killer love interest, especially a supernatural killer.
The post Writing a (Supernatural) Killer Romance appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/writing-a-supernatural-killer-romance
#Genre #Romance #ScienceFictionFantasy #WriteBetterFiction #SerialKillerNovel

2026-03-08 16:35:45 UTC

Cover Art
On my Patreon page, I’ve been putting up free posts about the new and improved cover art that we’re doing at WMG. You can find a number of posts, but I thought I’d share this one with you here. (I’ll be sharing the occasional Patreon post throughout 2026 and maybe beyond.) You can sign up […]…
https://kriswrites.com/2026/03/08/business-musings-cover-art/
#BusinessMusings #freenonfiction #OnWriting #ScienceFiction #SpaceOpera

2026-03-08 15:19:00 UTC

Mastering Character Inner Life
Explore guidelines and principles for letting readers know the inner workings of your characters’ lives, plus more from Writer's Digest!
The post Mastering Character Inner Life appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/mastering-character-inner-life
#Resources #buildingcharacter #writingadvice #writingcharacters #WritingConference

2026-03-08 15:02:27 UTC

The Book News We Covered This Week
A history of discrimination in libraries, this year's Audie Awards winners, a new novel from THE GIVER author, and more.
https://bookriot.com/today-in-books-march-8-2026/
#TodayinBooks

2026-03-08 13:47:32 UTC

It Wasn’t Real Until I Wrote It
What Writing Did for My Trauma and What It Can Do for Yours Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »
https://writingcooperative.com/it-wasnt-real-until-i-wrote-it-87787131e94
#psychology #recovery #mentalhealth #personalgrowth #writing

2026-03-08 13:08:34 UTC

Building Bookstore Relationships Through Goodwill: Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black
In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss creative strategies for getting books into independent bookstores, including sending signed copies, bookmarks, and promotional materials to stores that stock your books.
The post Building Bookstore Relationships Through Goodwill: Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black appeared first on The Self-Publishing Advice Center.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-building-bookstore-relationships/
#Podcast #authorbusiness #bookmarketing #bookstoredistribution #independentbookstores

2026-03-08 12:55:47 UTC

Rwandan Genocide Survivor and Author Champions Literary Preservation at Women Book Awards 2026
Rwandan genocide survivor Yolande Mukagasana calls on writers to document their stories for future generations at Women Book Awards 2026, highlighting publishing's role in cultural preservation.
The post Rwandan Genocide Survivor and Author Champions Literary Preservation at Women Book Awards 2026 appeared first on The New Publishing Standard.
https://thenewpublishingstandard.com/2026/03/08/mukagasana-writers-preserve-stories/
#Africa #Awards #Rwanda #HuzaPress #Rwandagenocide

2026-03-08 12:19:01 UTC

J. D. Brinkworth: Get It Done, Then Make It Good
In this interview, author J. D. Brinkworth discusses going from an idea from a dream to collaborating on their cozy mystery, The Pie & Mash Detective Agency.
The post J. D. Brinkworth: Get It Done, Then Make It Good appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/j-d-brinkworth-get-it-done-then-make-it-good
#BeInspired #Genre #Interviews #MysteryThriller #WriteBetterFiction

2026-03-08 12:03:18 UTC

Take Five Interview: Gwen Hernandez and LIE IN THE DARK
We are so delighted to bring you an advance look at the new novel from longtime WU contributor Gwen Hernandez. LIE IN THE DARK is book two in Gwen’s Night Herons series, and releases this coming Tuesday, March 10th. What’s the quick pitch?
Natalie Nygaard-Brown is allergic to sitting still, but with a bullet wound in her chest and a target on her back, she has no choice. Retreating to a remote cottage in France feels like a prison sentence—especially when her keeper is Ford Beaumont, the sexy, by-the-book bodyguard she’s never forgotten.
He’s the rule follower. She’s the chaos he can’t resist.
Ready to hear more? Here’s Gwen!
Q1: What’s the premise of your new book?
https://writerunboxed.com/2026/03/08/take-five-interview-gwen-hernandez-and-lie-in-the-dark/
#TakeFive #AuthorInterview #GwenHernandez #NewBookRelease

2026-03-08 10:02:31 UTC

Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for March 8, 2026
A New York Times best book of the century, a futuristic story set in a unified Korea, a legendary smuggler adventures with her jinn bodyguard, chilling tales, and more of the best book deals of the day…
https://bookriot.com/book-riots-deals-of-the-day-for-march-8-2026/
#BookDeals

2026-03-08 07:04:36 UTC

Saudi Manga Powerhouse Claims Japan’s Top Creative Honour
Saudi Arabia's Manga Productions and Manga Arabia win Japan's CJPF Grand Prize, marking a milestone for Middle Eastern creative content in global manga markets.
The post Saudi Manga Powerhouse Claims Japan’s Top Creative Honour appeared first on The New Publishing Standard.
https://thenewpublishingstandard.com/2026/03/08/saudi-manga-cjpf-grand-prize-2026/
#Awards #Japan #SaudiArabia #Arabmangapublishing #Arabpublishing

2026-03-08 06:34:02 UTC

Malaysia’s Publishing Ecosystem Strengthens Ties as Industry Eyes Soft Power Status
Over 300 Malaysian publishing professionals convened by PKB signal renewed commitment to digital transformation and soft power ambitions in global book trade.
The post Malaysia’s Publishing Ecosystem Strengthens Ties as Industry Eyes Soft Power Status appeared first on The New Publishing Standard.
https://thenewpublishingstandard.com/2026/03/08/malaysia-publishing-soft-power-pkb-ramadan-gathering/
#Malaysia #SEAsia #Malaysiabookmarket #Malaysiapublishing #SEAsiapublishing

2026-03-07 23:06:56 UTC

Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for March 7, 2026
A multigenerational family of luchadores, poet Clint Smith's examination of slavery, a group of friends save the world from tech giants, and more of the best deals of the day…
https://bookriot.com/book-riots-deals-of-the-day-for-march-7-2026/
#BookDeals

2026-03-06 21:21:16 UTC

Creating the Most Dangerous Character in the Room (FightWrite™)
This month, trained fighter and author Carla Hoch breaks down what makes a character truly dangerous and helps us build our own dangerous characters.
The post Creating the Most Dangerous Character in the Room (FightWrite™) appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/creating-the-most-dangerous-character-in-the-room-fightwrite
#Resources #BadGuys #dangerouscharacters #Fightwrite #FightWrite

2026-03-05 19:40:01 UTC

IndieView with Victoria Dillion, author of Ava
The book will appeal to nerdy feminists who love science, but I would truly love readers who come from conservative Christian backgrounds to read it—especially those who are curious about perspectives different from their own. Victoria Dillon – 5 March … Continue reading →
The post IndieView with Victoria Dillion, author of Ava first appeared on The IndieView.
https://www.theindieview.com/2026/03/05/indieview-with-victoria-dillion-author-of-ava/
#Indieviewauthor #Interviews

2026-03-05 17:37:10 UTC

Words Gone Wild: Digging Into Whimsy for Serious Writers
Dr. Finnian Burnett shares prompts and creative exercises to allow yourself the freedom to bring fun and whimsy back into your writing.
The post Words Gone Wild: Digging Into Whimsy for Serious Writers appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/words-gone-wild-digging-into-whimsy-for-serious-writers
#BeInspired #FromtheMagazine #TheWritersLife #WritingHabitsandPractices #creativeprocess

2026-03-05 17:18:20 UTC

Every Author Needs a Website. Here's How to Build One That Works
We sat down with Tertulia cofounder Lynda Hammes who shared her expert insights on best practices for growing your author platform.
https://www.ingramspark.com/blog/every-author-needs-a-website.-heres-how-to-build-one-that-works
#BookMarketingandPromotions #ReachingMoreReaders #AuthorPlatform #SelfPublishing #BuildAuthorBrand

2026-03-05 17:03:25 UTC

Querying Tip: Make The First Ten Pages Count
What I learned from a deep dive edit of my query package Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »
https://writingcooperative.com/querying-tip-make-the-first-ten-pages-count-1a6929968d1
#theshortofit #amquerying #querying #literaryagents #bookpublishing

2026-03-05 16:58:34 UTC

This Massive Fandom is Screaming About a Major Reveal
Sarah J. Maas reveals the release dates for the next ACOTAR books, the trailer for THE HANDMAID'S TALE sequel series, and more.
https://bookriot.com/this-massive-fandom-is-screaming-about-a-major-reveal/
#TodayinBooks

2026-03-05 16:34:22 UTC

A New Dystopian Novel from the Author of The Giver—and More SFF Links
In today's round-up of recent sci-fi and fantasy links, a new Lois Lowry, recent SFF awards and honors, and more!
https://bookriot.com/new-lois-lowry-book/
#ScienceFictionFantasy #SwordsandSpaceships

2026-03-05 16:03:35 UTC

Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for March 5, 2026
Magic, monsters, and a mysterious curse, a laugh-out-loud queer rom-com, a genre-bending novel of ghosts and hidden histories, and more of today's best book deals…
https://bookriot.com/book-riots-deals-of-the-day-for-march-5-2026/
#BookDeals

2026-03-05 15:48:00 UTC

How to Find Beta Readers: Build a System That Works
Finding reliable beta readers doesn't have to feel unpredictable! Learn how to recruit and retain readers using tips from 160+ authors.
The post How to Find Beta Readers: Build a System That Works appeared first on BookBub Partners Blog.
https://insights.bookbub.com/how-to-find-beta-readers/
#SelfPubTips #AuthorPlatformAndBranding #WebsiteSurvey

2026-03-05 15:37:53 UTC

How to REALLY Reach Your Target Readers and Sell More Books!
If you want to sell more books, (and spoiler alert: we all do), you have to really know your reader.
https://indiereader.com/2026/03/how-to-really-reach-your-target-readers-and-sell-more-books-2/
#PennyCSansevieri #Tips

2026-03-05 15:21:04 UTC

Charlotte Perkins Gilman’s Herland (1915)
A utopian novel where men are no longer necessary.
https://publicdomainreview.org/collection/herland

2026-03-05 15:04:02 UTC

Dramatic Cuts in Nova Scotia Budget Will Greatly Impact Publishers and Writers
Canadian publisher and writer associations band together to insist the provincial government reconsider budget cuts that will hurt the country's cultural landscape.
The post Dramatic Cuts in Nova Scotia Budget Will Greatly Impact Publishers and Writers appeared first on Publishing Perspectives.
https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/03/dramatic-cuts-in-nova-scotia-budget-will-greatly-impact-publishers-and-writers/
#Artsfunding #AssociationofBookPublishersofBritishColumbiaBooksBC #AssociationofCanadianPublishers #AssociationofEnglishlanguagePublishersofQuebecAELAQ #AssociationofManitobaBookPublishersAMBP

2026-03-05 14:48:01 UTC

With New Competition, IFLA Is Looking For the Next Masters of Library Science…Fiction
With its 100-year anniversary on the horizon, IFLA (The International Federation of Library Associations) is asking librarians to use their imaginations when contemplating the future of librarianship...literally.
The post With New Competition, IFLA Is Looking For the Next Masters of Library Science…Fiction appeared first on Publishing Perspectives.
https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/03/with-new-competition-ifla-is-looking-for-the-next-masters-of-library-sciencefiction/
#IFLA100 #InternationalFederationofLibraryAssociationsandInstitutions #Libraries #ScienceFiction #Technology

2026-03-05 14:34:56 UTC

Advice from IR Approved Author Gregory Lee: “Write from the heart. Be true to yourself.”
Gregory Lee's MY GOOD LIFE details an inspiring journey, demonstrates the ability to overcome adversity, and exhibits motivational storytelling.
https://indiereader.com/2026/03/advice-from-ir-approved-author-gregory-lee-my-advice-would-be-to-write-from-the-heart-be-true-to-yourself/
#AllAbouttheBook

2026-03-05 14:34:22 UTC

2026-03-05 13:18:23 UTC

Mimi Nichter: Give Yourself and Your Words the Time To Marinate
In this interview, author Mimi Nichter discusses how revisiting her memories through writing helped her write her new memoir, Hostage.
The post Mimi Nichter: Give Yourself and Your Words the Time To Marinate appeared first on Writer's Digest.
https://www.writersdigest.com/mimi-nichter-give-yourself-and-your-words-the-time-to-marinate
#BeInspired #Interviews #Memoir #PersonalWriting #WriteBetterNonfiction

2026-03-05 13:03:13 UTC

News Summary: Global Awards Survey Launches, Anthropic Expands Retail Book Purchases for AI Training
It has been some time since I reported on a survey, so maybe people are starting to recover a little from the survey fatigue that can set in sometimes. If that applies to you, then you might want to take a moment to answer some of the questions for Publishing Perspectives on a topic close to many of our hearts: awards. Which is very appropriate, as we started the week with an announcement about the Selfies.
The post News Summary: Global Awards Survey Launches, Anthropic Expands Retail Book Purchases for AI Training appeared first on The Self-Publishing Advice Center.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/global-awards-survey/
#AIfairusedecision #AnthropicAItraining #authorfeedback #internationalbookawards #PublishingPerspectivessurvey

2026-03-05 12:37:54 UTC

When a Writer Does More Than One Thing
I used to balk at the thought of sharing my day job with readers at my author events.
My inner monologue went like this: They’ll think it’s pedantic! They’ll think you’re an impostor! They’ll wonder why your books haven’t made you money! They’ll laugh at you because you’re not a full time author!
And once again, my inner monologue was some mustache-twirling villain sent to me by my brain’s dreadful HR person who never hires the right consultant. Shh.
I fired that consultant a few weeks ago. Sent that mustache-twirling villain straight out of my mind and changed the locks. Here’s why…
https://writerunboxed.com/2026/03/05/when-a-writer-does-more-than-one-thing/
#REALWORLD #Writinglife #dayjobs #JillianForsberg #writinglife

2026-03-05 12:18:42 UTC

The Bestselling Books of the Week, According to All the Lists
USA Today, Publishers Weekly, NYT, Amazon, and Indie Booksellers all have their own bestseller lists. Here are the combined results.
https://bookriot.com/bestselling-books-march-5-2026/
#NewBooks #Sponsored

2026-03-05 12:13:58 UTC

New Latine Books to Read This Spring
Add these new Latine books to your reading lists this spring, from a debut rom-com set in Venezuela and and a gothic thriller to a romantic YA ghost story.
https://bookriot.com/new-latine-books-february-march-2026/
#LatineLit #NewReleases

2026-03-05 11:47:42 UTC

Book Lists and Previews Abound in This Month’s YA Book News Roundup
The last month in young adult book news has brought numerous spring release previews, alongside several exciting adaptation updates.
https://bookriot.com/february-2026-ya-book-news/
#WhatsUpinYA #YoungAdultLiterature

2026-03-05 11:33:12 UTC

Bridgerton Season 4 is a Cinderella Retelling. But Why?
Bridgerton Season 4 begins with a Cinderella storyline to later subvert the expectations that come with a "fairy-tale romance."…
https://bookriot.com/bridgerton-season-4-and-cinderella/
#KissingBooks #PopCulture #RomanceErotica

2026-03-05 11:18:40 UTC

A Brief History of Wuthering Heights in Pop Culture
From operas to The Simpsons, everywhere you look, the doomed love of Heathcliff and Cathy is there.
https://bookriot.com/wuthering-heights-in-pop-culture/
#BookRadar #Classics #PopCulture #WutheringHeights

2026-03-05 11:05:26 UTC

Books for Kids Who Love KPop Demon Hunters
Got a kid in your life still obsessed with KPop Demon Hunters? You need to check out these children's books perfect for fans of the movie.
https://bookriot.com/books-for-kids-who-love-kpop-demon-hunters/
#Childrens #TheKidsAreAllRight