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The Path to Publishing Thicket: A Guide to the Publishing Rosebush

If you’ve ever pruned roses, you’ll understand the thicket that is the current publishing situation. You want your book, like a bud, to blossom and bloom into all its grandeur. But you are faced with all these complexities, including deadheads, suckers, and, of course, many, many thorns.   Let’s imagine this rosebush with two main branches:

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Event horizon Black Chateau at Future of Publishing Mastermind Conference

Event Horizon: Mastering Author Events in a Digital Age

Workshop Presented for the Future of Publishing Online Conference As digital advancements in AI, robotics, and digital media saturate our lives, the natural human tendency will be to seek out and embrace humanity. As this happens, authors poised to present at events will have an advantage not only over technology, but authors who aren’t embracing

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Should Authors Turn Up Their Noses to Media Interviews?

Advice for Authors Who Want Positive Press By Desireé Duffy, Founder of Black Château As an author, one of your goals for a successful book promotion strategy is securing media interviews. Talking about your book’s message to your potential readers is a vital component of your PR and marketing mix. While every author hopes for high-profile

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Black Château Honored with Book Publicist of the Year Award

Founder Desireé Duffy Receives Accolade from the Book Publicists of Southern California   Los Angeles, CA — Black Château founder Desireé Duffy receives the Publicist of the Year Award from the Book Publicists of Southern California (BPSC). During the organization’s 23rd IRWIN Awards, Duffy was presented the accolade which was held at the iconic Sportsman’s

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The BookFest® Spring 2025 Schedule Features Nicholas Delbanco, Peter James, and Dr. Raye Mitchell

The BookFest® Spring 2025 Schedule Features Nicholas Delbanco, Peter James, and Dr. Raye Mitchell

The online bookish adventure returns April 5th–6th with Beth Freely, Chelle Honiker, Mark Leslie, Denise Mullinex, Nick Thacker, Cameron Sutter, and more. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Los Angeles, CA – The BookFest Adventure® returns for its 11th biannual virtual event on April 5th and 6th, 2025. The Spring 2025 edition features Nicholas Delbanco, acclaimed author of “The Years,”

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Navigating Political Questions in Author Interviews

Navigating Political Questions in Author Interviews: Your Media Guide

You’ve been looking forward to this media interview all week. You’re excited to talk to one of your favorite podcasters about your book—its world-building, its unforgettable characters, maybe even your best writing advice. But then, just a few questions in, the conversation takes an unexpected turn—straight into politics. This is why navigating political questions in

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Grinelle “Buzz” Desjarlais author of Saving KC

French Flap Paperback Edition of “Saving KC” by Grinnell Desjarlais Offers Dual Endings with Expanded Distribution

The speculative historical fiction novel with dual endings now available in a French flap paperback, expanding its reach via Pathway Book Service in 2025.  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:   Auburn, WA – Due to popular demand, Grinnell “Buzz” Desjarlais’s acclaimed novel “Saving KC” now releases in a French flap paperback edition on February 18, 2025. Featuring its

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