Have "finish a novel" on your list of New Year's resolutions?
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You are in luck! There’s a GREAT Book Funnel PROMO that has not one but TWO of our How-To’s for authors’ books.
That means it’s your lucky day(s) (up until January 15th) to access these two wonderful author guides and about a dozen more to advance your writing career in 2026 and beyond. Click on the button below and EXPLORE.
PRAISE FOR Demystifying the Beats: How to write a KILLER book
“A perfect how-to to write the perfect mystery! Even seasoned writers might learn a thing or two with this one. The authors lay out the beats and give writers a step-by-step guide on how to write/outline a mystery that will keep readers glued to the page. Highly recommend!!!”
NY Times Bestselling Author Darynda Jones
“Inspiring and entertaining, this book provides a useful guide to writing a well-plotted, well-paced, and well-twisted mystery both for beginners and the more experienced writer.”
Dianne Freeman, author of the award-winning Countess of Harleigh mysteries
“A fast, fun read full of irreverent humor and keen insights. I’ve already thumbed through Demystifying the Beats to improve my next manuscript.”
J.J. Cagney, author of the Cici Gurule Mystery Series, named to Kirkus Reviews Best Books, National Indie Excellence Award Winner, and Publishers Weekly’s The Booklife Prize Quarterfinalist
“I wish this book had existed when I decided to write my first cozy mystery! It would have saved me so much time and research. I highly recommend this book for anyone who wants to try their hand at mystery writing.”
Tamra Baumann, award-winning author of Cozy Mystery and Romance
Author Survival Guide: How to Plan, Prevent, and Recover from Writing Disaster
You really need this book.
Picture this: You’re about to hit publish when you find your backup file missing, your distributor account locked, and your inbox full of angry emails.
Or this: You wake up to find your book on a pirate site, your social media in flames, and your publisher threatening to pull your release.
These aren’t just nightmares—they’re everyday realities for authors.
But never fear. The Author Survival Guide is your new essential handbook for navigating the chaos of the writing life.
You've got this!