Author Archives: Ann O'Brien

5 Factors That Affect How Long It Takes to Fully Write a Book

How long does it take to write a book? So many things affect that number that it seems impossible to answer. After all, different writers have different speeds, and there is no set schedule for anyone. However, we’re not going … Continue reading »

20 Self Publishing Tips I Wish I Knew Before My First Book

Authors who are writing their first book or are just thinking about it have a lot of moving parts to consider. Genre, characters, research, formatting, and drafting are all initial parts of writing and publishing a book. But along with … Continue reading »

Monthly Planner Printing: Spotlight on The 6 Pillars of Intimacy

Authors Alisa DiLorenzo and Tony DiLorenzo created this monthly planner printing project as a companion piece to their books, The 6 Pillars of Intimacy: The Secret to an Extraordinary Marriage and The 6 Pillars of Intimacy Workbook. The planner is … Continue reading »

5 Ways to Write and Print Memoir Books that People Desire to Read

Writing a memoir can be an interesting creative exercise. It uses your personal experiences to tell a story other people can relate to. Here is a guide to write and print memoir books that people desire to read. What Is … Continue reading »

Create Your Graphic Novel in 7 Steps

Stories that use pictures and graphic elements to show the plot, develop the characters, and engage the reader are called graphic novels. While some people might think that graphic novels are just a modern version of a comic book, they … Continue reading »

Color Music Book Printing: Spotlight on COLOR me Mozart

This whimsical color music book printing project is one of a series of books that teaches children music through shapes and colors. Color Me Mozart™ was developed from years of working with thousands of children. Colors and shapes are retained … Continue reading »

Which Book Cover Color is the Most Attractive Color?

One of the more surprising aspects of becoming a published writer is the process of crafting the cover for your book. From choosing the best title to picking out graphics or photographs to be used to selecting a color scheme, … Continue reading »

Increase Your Writing Speed with these 7 Strategies

If only writing was as easy as turning on the tap to get a constant flow of words and ideas. But of course, it isn’t, and sometimes motivation to write slows us down or even a lack of inspiration or … Continue reading »

Memoir Book: Spotlight on Life Memories of a Grateful Man

While we truly love printing books for our clients, we are always impressed when we print memoir books. It is an impressive project to go back and remember and write about events from decades ago. And all the wonderful memories … Continue reading »

8 Reasons Readers Prefer Paper Books to Digital Books

Walk into any thrift store, and you’ll see that sales of used hardbacks and paperbacks are brisk. Similarly, online booksellers like Abe’s Books do a steady trade in antique books and used mass-market paperbacks. It turns out that people still … Continue reading »

How to Increase Book Sales

You’re a self-published author with a new book that’s hot off the presses. Now, you’d like to see if your book will sell and even make a profit. As a self-publisher, you have complete control over the marketing and sales … Continue reading »

Event Book Printing: Spotlight on True Deliverance Church

For True Deliverance Church’s 49th annual general assembly, an event book was designed to guide attendees through the assembly, share messages from the staff, and inform about upcoming events in the church. In addition, the event book contained a list … Continue reading »