The author and historian Carl Borgen writes for PRscribe, the publishing blog by Palamedes PR

Book PR was a Gamble…That Paid Off | By Carl Borgen

Carl Borgen’s books have appeared in hundreds of media outlets worldwide. He is the world’s leading expert on The Bock Saga and the first person to put Ior Bock’s story into written form. The search for the “world’s largest treasure trove” – said to be worth over $20billion – by the ‘Temple 12’ led to international fame, bestseller status, and interest from TV and film producers around the world.

Writing for the first time about his remarkable publishing journey, Carl discusses the benefits of publishing on Amazon, overcoming literary agent rejection, and the need for solid book marketing to boost book sales.

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Developmental Editing for Books - a blog by the book marketing and PR firm, Palamedes PR

Developmental Book Editing: Everything You Need to Know

The process of turning a decent manuscript into a polished bit of literature doesn’t end with the final full stop. Some might argue that the really hard, soul-destroying work is in fact only just beginning. Unless you’ve nailed it first go (and many people will), this is the time that developmental editing – the phase that can and does make or break a book – comes into play.

In this PRscribe blog post by Palamedes PR, we explore the importance of developmental editing, what it is, and why it’s essential before a book goes on sale.

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ALBERT THE TORTOISE AND HUGG ‘n’ BUGG PICTUREBOOKS AUTHOR IAN BROWN ON GETTING PUBLISHED, 30 YEARS WRITING AND PRODUCING FOR TV - AND WHAT IT'S LIKE WORKING WITH A TORTOISE

Former TV Writer for The Simpsons and This is Your Life Turned Bestselling Author Ian Brown on Getting Published

The acclaimed picturebook author, Ian Brown, is a former journalist turned TV writer and producer whose credits include The South Bank Show, Top Gear and This Is Your Life. He’s also written or produced for the likes of The Simpsons, Harrison Ford, Pierce Brosnan, Simon Cowell, Trevor McDonald, Michael Caine, George Lucas, Floella Benjamin, Bob Monkhouse, Davina McCall, Paul Whitehouse, Martin Kemp, Jamie Oliver, Bruce Forsyth, youtubers Joe Sugg and Caspar Lee and many more.
This is his blog about his publishing journey.

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The Benefits of Book Reviews and Op-Eds for Authors and New Books - a new PRscribe blog by Palamedes PR

The Benefits of Book Reviews and Op-Eds for Authors and New Books

Book reviews and op-eds have long played an integral role in authors’ journeys. From ancient Egypt to the digital age, authors have benefited from book reviews and the sales, exposure and credibility they offer. More recently, op-eds have emerged as a platform for authors to share their perspectives, showcasing thought leadership and forging personal connections with readers.

This PRscribe post explores the symbiotic relationship between book reviews and op-eds, revealing how their combined impact amplifies an author’s sales and authenticity in the literary landscape.

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