How Writing and Publishing a Book Changed My Life and My Business If you’re wondering why you should write a book, look no further. Writing and self-publishing a book as a business tool is a growing trend. Being a published author will help you build your profile, promote your business and make you stand out […]
READ MORECommon self-publishing mistakes
I’ve been around books and publishing my whole life, so I’ve seen people do some rather crazy things with their books. To help you understand what not to do in your self-publishing journey, here’s a little story about Bob and all the self-publishing mistakes he made. Bob of course isn’t real, but I have seen […]
READ MORE7 tips for self-publishing a high-quality book
Wondering how to self publish a book? Have you written a book and you’re not sure what to do next? Are you wondering how to self publish your finished book? Not moody enough to call yourself a writer? Don’t worry; none of these things will stop you. These days you don’t have to wait for […]
READ MORETop 7 questions to ask a ghostwriter (before you hire them)
Many business owners want to write a book but they don’t have the time or skill to do so. It takes upwards of 100 hours to write a good business book so it’s no surprise most choose not to. But if you’re committed to writing a book, hiring a ghostwriter is a great way to […]
READ MOREPublish Central book wins Business Book of the Year!
For the last three years, we at Publish Central along with Andrew Griffiths Enterprises have run the Australian Business Book Awards. Each year the awards have grown, and this year we had a record number of entries (133), a record number of judges (46) and donated a record amount to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation ($20,000). […]
READ MOREBehind the scenes at Publish Central. A somewhat serious look at a typical day
If you’ve ever wondered how books are published, especially if you’re thinking of writing and publishing a book for your small business, here’s a (slightly fictionalised but mostly accurate) glimpse behind the scenes at Publish Central. 9.00 am Monday: Archie and Lik (the dog and cat) arrive late for the scheduling meeting. Again. But we […]
READ MOREThe people you need on your publishing team
Today, self-publishing is more accessible than ever. There are many companies and online courses that will help you and show you how to self-publish. Some of these are great and provide a wealth of information, others not so much. In this article I’m going to let you know who you should have on your team […]
READ MOREHow to write a book to massively boost your business (part 3)
So, here it is! The final article in my series to get you writing. The first two were about how to find your idea and how to develop your content. Now: my top tips for knuckling down and actually writing. Getting down to business Turn off the internet! This is the first essential step. Do […]
READ MOREPodcasts with Michael
Michael has been interviewed on various podcasts over the years offering advice and knowledge about self-publishing and running a small business. Here’s a few of his favourites: Conversation with Jaemin FrazerHave you ever dreamt of writing a book, but been held back by doubt, fear and insecurity? That is the topic of this podcast. Michael […]
READ MOREHow to write a book to massively boost your business (part 2)
The minimum length for a book is usually considered to be about 30,000 words. Sounds a bit daunting, right? Not if you have a plan in place before you start. In my previous article, I showed you how to find the right idea for your book for your Small Business. In this instalment, we’re going […]
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