News for Authors

A Day in the Life of a Book Publicist: The Publicity Process Demystified

by Stephanie Bowen|September, 2025

For authors, book publicity often feels like one of the more mysterious and ever-changing aspects of publishing. What’s involved in the publicity process? What exactly do book publicists do? And where do authors figure into this part of launching a book into the world?

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Now Available: Author University Bonus Session Videos On Demand

by The Author Newsletter Team |January, 2022

After our Inaugural Author University event in May, we heard your requests for more social media tips and more content for writers of YA and adult fiction. In November, the Author Portal team brought you Author University: The Bonus Sessions, a set of three live virtual masterclasses for authors by authors. We’re thrilled to announce that recordings of all the Bonus Sessions are now available on demand for your viewing pleasure.

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