Current Research: Everything About Publishing
Quite literally, my latest research topic has been everything publishing. Writing and publishing this book has put new meaning to the phrase “you don’t know what you don’t know.” I know how to write a fun, interesting story – trust me, you’ll see when Midnight Splash makes its debut on July 14, 2026! I know how to edit. Midnight Splash went through several rounds of self-edits, as well as a professional edit and proofread. Every “i” should be dotted and every “t” crossed. Between myself and my amazing editor, Joann Collins, this book is more than I ever dreamed of.
What I don’t know:
The entire world of publishing. Everything that goes into the front and back of a book before and after the story. That stuff doesn’t just come into being. Like my story, I had to create it myself and make sure it went into the right area.
The front cover, back cover, and even the spine all have to be created by me. The blurb on the back that hooks you into opening the book and reading it? I had to write it. It didn’t magically appear. When you open it, you’ll see chapter title blocks and scene break bars – I had to create those, too. I had to acquire the ISBN number and code on the back cover. And So. Much. More.
Up next? Marketing! This blog, social media posts, reaching out to media sources, libraries, and local bookstores to get my name and book in front of them are all things I need to do on my own.
You all can help me with that, too! If you’re interested in seeing my work on your local shelves, ask for it. Librarians and bookstore management know how to look for it and order it. Recommend it to your friends and family.
Want to see more of what goes into getting a book from your mind to the page to ready to sell? Check out this recent blog post. Let’s talk more on Facebook, too!
