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Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Sharon Jenkins, the Inspirational Principal for The Master Communicator’s Writing Services. Chapter 2: IntroductionRegister now for WriterCon, Bernhardt's annual writing conference held over Labor Day weekend. Use promo code RSW to reduce the price by $50.00 (good till June 20).Check out Bernhardt's new novel, Splitsville.Chapter 2: Newsa) Amazon begins distributing titles to libraries,b) Simon & Schuster sponsors a writing contest with a book deal prize, andc) Curious Fictions creates a "Patreon" site specializing in books and authors.Chapter 3: Interview with Sharon JenkinsKnown as "the Master Communicator," Jenkins specializes in helping authors find effective and manageable ways to market their work. In this interview, you will learn how to:a) find your social media niche,b) make and use a vision board,c) start thinking about marketing early,d) find an audience, ande) let your personality shine.Chapter 4: Parting ShotsRegister for WriterCon and use the promo code RSW (good title June 20).www.writercon.orgSubscribe to William Bernhardt's YouTube channel so you're alerted whenever we livestream and can find episodes you’ve missed. Or subscribe wherever you get audio podcasts.Supplemental materials from Sharon Jenkins:FREE AND ECONOMICALLY PRICED RESOURCEShttps://instructionsmith.com/professional-virtual-authors-assistants/https://artofnarrative.com/2020/04/23/best-websites-and-resources-for-writers-2020/https://www.authorsassistant.com/https://www.theauthorsassistants.com/https://collabwriters.com/free-resources-for-writers/Christian Writers Market Guide - 2021 Edition: Your Comprehensive Resource For Getting PublishedWriter's Market 2020: The Most Trusted Guide to Getting Published (2020)Christian Writers Market Guide - 2021 Edition: Your Comprehensive Resource For Getting Publishedwww.fiverr.comwww.upwork.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Phillip Margolin, New York Times-bestselling author of more than thirty novels, including Gone But Not Forgotten.Chapter 1: IntroductionWilliam Bernhardt's latest thriller, Splitsville, is now on sale.https://amzn.to/3fTfd31Chapter 2: Newsa) Google uses AI "auto-voice" to record audiobooksb) Simon & Schuster adds Simon Element nonfiction linec) New York Times stirs up controversy over book salesd) Amazon KDP will add print-on-demand hardcoversChapter 3: Interview with Phillip MargolinIn this interview, this New York Times-bestselling author discussesa) his writing processb) why he outlinesc) how he got published and found an agentd) seeing his books adapted to film, ande) where he gets his ideasChapter 4: Parting WordsHelp support this podcast by joining the Patreon campaignwww.patreon.com/willbernSubscribe to the William Bernhardt YouTube channel so you never miss an episode.https://www.youtube.com/user/willbern100Get your copy of William Bernhardt's latest legal thriller—Splitsville!https://amzn.to/3fTfd31

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Kaira Rouda, author of the critically acclaimed thriller, The Next Wife.Chapter 1: IntroductionWilliam Bernhardt's new legal thriller Splitsville, can now be ordered!https://amzn.to/3fpPNcSChapter 2: Newsa) Harper's acquisition of Houghton Mifflin's trade line is completed.b) Facebook and Twitter are breaking into audio chat.c) Bookwire is creating a dedicated forum for book-related NFTs.d) Scammers create fake audiobooks for profit.e) Amazon removes billions of fake listings.f) Talkia creates an "almost real" AI voice.g) Studies indicate readers are more successful at romance.Chapter 3: InterviewKaira Rouda, author of ten books, including The Next Wife, discusses:a) her path to current major success,b) her writing process,c) how she found an agent,d) why she's a pantser,5) why she's written so many different genres,and much more.Chapter 4: Parting WordsDon't wait to register for WriterCon!www.writercon.orgOrder Splitsville today!https://amzn.to/3fpPNcS

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Lisa Scottoline, New York Times-bestselling author of over thirty novels, including her recent historical novel, Eternal.Chapter 1: IntroductionBernhardt's new legal thriller, Splitsville, is now available for pre-order: https://t.co/X2XISvW4KZ?amp=1Chapter 2: Newsa) Email Scammers Target Book Prizeshttps://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/16/books/phishing-book-prizes.html?campaign_id=2&emc=edit_th_20210419&instance_id=29404&nl=todaysheadlines&regi_id=908528&segment_id=55850&user_id=5d32313370626d6edf293584cfeda494b) China Literature is Challenging Amazonhttps://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3127790/tencents-china-literature-wants-woo-100000-american-and-canadianc) Studies Indicate Reading Increases Lifespanhttps://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-reading-books?fbclid=IwAR2n77AcfyWNdEDFefbF_Tu1DcKmabOLWsp160xFlbq_x0xtHVns2VcINi0Chapter 3: Interview with Lisa ScottolineIn the interview, Lisa discusses:a) How to Protect Your Candle,b) The Importance of a Writing Routine,c) Shifting Genres,d) Innovative Book Marketing,and much more.Chapter 4: Parting WordsCheck out Splitsville: https://t.co/X2XISvW4KZ?amp=1Our guest on the next episode will be Sharon Jenkins, CEO of McWriting Services, on book marketing strategies you should be considering before and while you write the book.Rate and review this wherever you get your podcasts!William Bernhardtwww.williambernhardt.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Jacquelyn Mitchard, author of The Deep End of the Ocean, the inaugural selection of Oprah's Book Club, later made into a film with Michelle Pfeiffer, and many other novels.Chapter 1: IntroductionChapter 2: Newsa) Amazon launches Vella for self-publishing serialized fictionhttps://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GR2L4AHPMQ44HNQ7b) Harper Collins buys Houghton Mifflinhttps://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/29/business/media/harpercollins-houghton-mifflin-harcourt.htmlc) Pew Research finds YouTube the most popular social media platformd) Clubhouse allows direct payments to authorse) ProWritingAid hosts Crime Writers Weekf) Register your username on the new Likewise rating app.Chapter 3: Interview with Jacquelyn MitchardThis bestselling author discussesa) how to find the courage to writeb) the Oprah Book Club experiencec) seeing her novels adapted to filmd) finding a writing routine that workse) overcoming social anxietyand much more.Chapter 4: Parting Wordsa) William Bernhardt is presenting talks on great mystery novels at Context Learninghttps://www.contextlearning.com/products/scene-crime-course?_pos=4&_psq=william-bernhardt&_ss=e&_v=1.0b) Register for Bernhardt's summer writing retreat in Eureka Spring July 7-11https://williambernhardt.com/writing-retreats/Remember Red Sneaker Writers—you cannot fail if you refuse to quit.www.williambernhardt.comwillbern@gmail.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews William Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of Bound for Gold and many other wonderful historical novels.Chapter 1: IntroductionChapter 2: Newsa) TikTok's channel #BookTok spurs major book saleshttps://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/20/books/booktok-tiktok-video.htmlb) BookClub.com invites you to find writers for your book club discussionshttps://www.bookclub.comc) Fan fiction is sold on Etsy with elegant bindingshttps://www.theverge.com/22311788/fanfiction-bookbinding-tiktok-diy-star-wars-harry-potter-twitter-fandomd) Amazon and the Big Five publishers are sued for alleged price-fixinghttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210325005940/en/Hagens-Berman-Booksellers-Sue-Amazon-and-Big-Five-Publishers-for-Alleged-Monopoly-Price-Fixing-the-U.S.-Print-Book-Markete) Stephen King turns his home into a writers retreathttps://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/stephen-king-house-writer-retreat?fbclid=IwAR3UzJ9eZqOBVUQLWax5i-tp_cp1LYATZBrHW5CpitN49OOqt-EZHQbnII0Chapter 3: InterviewBestselling author William Marin shares the lessons he has learned during his four-decade career as a professional author. You will learn:a) The one work a writer needs to keep in mindb) The importance of a good editorc) How to make the most of opportunity, andd) What the day of a pro writer looks like.Chapter 4: Parting WordsWilliam Bernhardt will present a series of online talks on literary topics through Context Learning. Everyone is invited to watch live, or to watch a recorded version during the following week.April 4-Jane Austen: The Cult of the Janeiteshttps://www.contextlearning.com/products/jane-austen-janeitesApril 11-The History of the Mystery: Sherlock Holmes, Lupin, and Cohttps://www.contextlearning.com/products/sherlock-arsene-mysteryThe next guest on this podcast will be NYT-bestselling author Jacqueline Mitchard, author of The End of the Ocean, the first-ever Oprah's Book Club selection.Keep writing!William Bernhardtwww.williambernhardt.comwillbern@gmail.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews John Lescroart, New York Times-bestselling author of The 13th Juror and many other spellbinding thrillers.Chapter 1: IntroductionThis podcast is now recorded live, then distributed as both a video (on YouTube) and an audio podcast. Subscribe to the William Bernhardt YouTube channel so you'll be alerted when a new video is recorded or uploaded.Consider attending WriterCon this Labor Day weekend, or streaming the writers conference from home. For more information, visit: www.writercon.orgChapter 2: Newsa) The new Copyright Small Claims Court has a website. https://copyright.gov/about/small-claims/b) Podium Audio is looking for self-published books that could become audiobooks. https://podiumaudio.comc) Mark Dawson has launched a new book promotion service. https://hellobooks.com/authorsd) Open AI's GPT-3 beta allows authors to test an AI that can write complete sentences based on your ideas. https://openai.come) Bookchain allows authors to convert their work into NFTs and publish on the Ethereum blockchain. https://www.bookchain.caf) Takeaway quote from the Int'l Publishing Forum: "Books see people through hard times."Chapter 3: InterviewBernhardt interviews bestselling author John Lescroart. Your will learn:How to write a novelHow Lescroart financed his writing before he broke outWhen to quit your day jobHow to use your hobbies to become a better writerHow the book industry has changed most.Chapter 4: Parting WordsVisit the WriterCon website and see if this conference could give you the knowledge and opportunities you need to advance your writing ambitions: www.writercon.orgFor more info about William Bernhardt, visit: www.williambernhardt.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books and interviews David Morrell, "Rambo's daddy," author of First Blood, The Brotherhood of the Rose, and many other bestselling thrillers.Chapter 1: IntroductionWe are now live-streaming the recording of this podcast. Subscribe to the William Bernhardt channel on YouTube or the William Bernhardt Author page on Facebook so you will be notified when each livestream takes place. The livestream will contain a longer interview and other special features.Chapter 2: Newsa) Harper Collins adds a new imprint for women's and historical fiction;b) Astra Publishing House launches a new literary journal;c) Findaway Voices launches a report on audiobook use based upon APA data; andd) The Panorama Project releases a controversial report on book sales.Chapter 3: InterviewDavid Morrell created the character John Rambo for his novel First Blood. He has also written The Brotherhood of the Rose and many other novels spanning his amazing forty-year career.Chapter 4: Parting WordsPlease rate and review this podcast wherever you get your podcasts!To watch the video version of this podcast, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcBwxLgoFEY&t=25s

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Nathan Bransford, author of How to Write a Novel and professional writing coach.Chapter 1: IntroductionStarting with the next episode, the Red Sneaker Writers podcast adds a video edition!Check out the new WriterCon website: www.writercon.orgChapter 2: Newsa) Amazon allows you to nominate your book for special Kindle Deals.b) Morals clauses are popular in contracts with traditional publishers.c) Census Bureau data suggests bookstore sales plummeted in 2020.Chapter 3: Writing TipsBernhardt offers suggestions on how to find the literary agent you want—and agents you definitely want to avoid.Chapter 4: InterviewBernhardt interviews Nathan Bransford, author, former agent, and writing coach about how writers can choose the best path to publication.Chapter 5: Parting WordsConsider attending WriterCon this year, either live or by streaming: www.writercon.org

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Steven James, author of the critically acclaimed Bowers Files series of psychological thrillers.Chapter 1: IntroductionFinal Verdict is still #1!WriterCon has a new website! Check it out: www.writercon.orgChapter 2: Newsa) Spotify plunges into podcasts and audiobooks.b) Authors Guild opposes acquisition of Simon & Schuster.c) Books sales decline for schools and libraries.d) CASE Act is now law.e) PPE Loans may be available for self-pub authors.f) Ilona Andrews explains the advantages of self-publishing.g) Barnes & Noble raises royalty rates to compete with Amazon and Apple.h) They read so much fan fiction they crashed the website!Chapter 3: Writing TipsThe first page and first paragraph of your manuscript are the most important. Bernhardt offers tips on how to use those pages to engage the reader.Chapter 4: InterviewBernhardt interviews Steven James, the author of more than thirty novels, including Opening Moves and other psychological thrillers.Chapter 5: Parting WordsHave you read Final Verdict? Is this the year you attend WriterCon?