7 questions writers most often ask me
1. How long will this book take?
2. Can I get on the New York Times Bestseller list?
3. Where do I start?
4. Why are publishers
Self publishing your book? Independent Publishers in South Africa
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Book titles really do sell books
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Writing is about keeping going
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