Today's #FridayFinds have something for everyone:
A follow-up on last week's post, this article explains how to cross-promote your print titles to audio readers. (Plus, learn why the audiobook "Empathy Factor" means you need strong, compelling characters.)
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Estimated taxes are an important part of life for self-employed writers.
Paid quarterly in the United States, they allow anyone who makes his or her own income to pay the IRS what they anticipate owing in advance of their annual tax return.
Paying the IRS in advance may sound unattractive to you, but not doing so can be worse. At the least, by paying an anticipated income tax, your tax burden will be lessened come April.
Read MoreWith today's finds, we're back to the fun and educational side of things, from book marketing on a budget to differentiating between types of editors. There's even a tech-based productivity hack that explains the cryptic title. Let’s dive in!
Read MoreLadies 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.
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