School Spirit by Thomas Kingsley Troupe We are thrilled to announce the next installment in the Hair-Raiser series! If you enjoyed Death of the Party (Book 1) or love a scary story, get ready—because Sissy’s ghostly adventures are about to get a whole lot spookier. About the Book Sissy thought she was done with ghosts after the disastrous Halloween… Continue reading School Spirit — New Release!
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January Writing Tips
January Writing Tips — Getting Started Last Month, in our Thursday Writing Tips series, we started the year off we some ideas to help get writers started. 1) Make a Habit of Writing We often hear from aspiring writers: “I’ll write when I feel inspired” or “I’m waiting for the right moment.” But the truth… Continue reading January Writing Tips
Our 2025 Top 10
It’s Time to Celebrate Our 2025 Publishing Achievements As we close the book on 2025 (pun absolutely intended), we’re excited to reflect on everything we accomplished together. From launching new titles to expanding into audiobooks and strengthening partnerships, this year proved that great stories—and the people who bring them to life—are what motivates us to do… Continue reading Our 2025 Top 10
Winter’s Song
Dan Hendrickson on the Radio
Listen to an interview with Dan Hendrickson, author of Dark Glasses, on KFAI, recorded July 25th during their Write On! Radio program.
8 Reasons to join a writing group
Having someone read your writing, the words that you have poured your heart into, can be stressful. And the fear of criticism may be keeping you from joining a writing group, from putting yourself and your work on display for other people to scrutinize. Do not let it! If your hope is to present work… Continue reading 8 Reasons to join a writing group
Writing Conferences
Here are a handful of reasons why any aspiring author should attend a writing conference with some links thrown in to boot! Like in any profession, as well as most walks of life, the relationships we make have a significant impact on our development and success as individuals. The importance they hold for our growth as… Continue reading Writing Conferences
Amazon Author Page
With the amount of marketing information and websites available, it’s no wonder authors are left feeling a bit bewildered once they have copies of their book in hand. Getting that book noticed by readers is an incredibly daunting task. At Flat Sole Studio, we are strong believers in helping provide some straightforward solutions. Amazon is… Continue reading Amazon Author Page
McLaughlin-Esstman-Stearns Prize
Sponsored by The Write Center, a $500 prize is offered to the best first novel by a US author. This includes titles from independent presses and self-publishes. Deadline is March 15.
Shatter Dreams in Light by Brandon Flesher
Only days left to win a copy of Brandon Flesher’s latest collection of poetry, Shattered Dreams in Light. Sign up for it on Goodreads. Marketing Tip: Signing up your book for a giveaway is a great way to get in added to people “want to read” lists as well as earn a few ratings and… Continue reading Shatter Dreams in Light by Brandon Flesher