Ladies and gentlemen, we need to talk about audiobooks.
In 2015, audiobook downloads increased by 38.1%. The global audiobook industry is currently valued at $3.5 billion. Publishers Weekly has started listing audiobook bestsellers, and the Wall Street Journal called audio "the fastest growing format in publishing."
If you're an author looking to capitalize on this trend, this blog post offers you three takeaways to improve your reader's audiobook experience.
Read MoreThe last few #FridayFinds have comprised of helpful and informative links. This time around, I thought I’d share some finds related to relaxation and entertainment, so you can enjoy an optimal weekend.
Read MoreLast week, we discussed standard budgeting, using the 50/20/30 Rule as a guideline to create your own budget tracking spreadsheet.
But what if you don’t make steady money? What if you’re a freelance writer who is paid by the word, a solopreneur, or an individual who otherwise inhabits the gig economy?
Whether you’re celebrating Canada Day or Independence Day – or if you’re reading from outside of North America and won’t be celebrating either – I hope you’re looking forward to your weekend. ||
I, a self-proclaimed night owl, have volunteered to check runners into a July Fourth-themed 5K at six tomorrow morning. (I’ve no idea what possessed me to do such a thing. Send help. And coffee.)
Read MoreTo be financially literate, one must first know how to build a budget.
In my experience, “budget" is one of those words that fills people with dread. They associate it with being broke, being limited, when they should keep in mind that even billionaires have a budget. (Well, at least the responsible ones.)
One way to make the hard numbers easy is the 50/20/30 Rule.
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