The Author Alchemist Blog

Turn your words into gold.

Talena Winters 10/17/19 Talena Winters 10/17/19

5 Tips to Create a Compelling Fiction Blurb

By breaking down the elements of blurbs that consistently sell books, you, too, can create a compelling blurb. And the good news is, it’s not as hard as you think, and might even help you make your plot better.

Talena Winters 4/29/19 Talena Winters 4/29/19

The Indie Publishing Process 2: Publishing and Distribution

Once your manuscript is polished to a shine, how do you get your book out into the world? This overview will guide self-published authors on the publication process, including book design, printing, and distribution.

Talena Winters 4/21/19 Talena Winters 4/21/19

The Indie Publishing Process Part 1: From The End to the Finish

So you finished your book. Now you need to know the steps between typing “The End” on your fiction manuscript and getting it ready to publish. In other words, how do you turn your caterpillar into a butterfly?