About Erika Bennett

The Mill City Press team has been working with self-published authors since 2006, which has taught them a lot about the self-publishing process. This is their chance to share their knowledge with you. (Did we mention they love books?)

Using a Writing Planner to Stay on Top of Your Goals

Writing, especially a long-form project like a novel or a memoir, takes a bit of planning and a lot of follow through. With so many moving parts to keep track of, it can be easy to get distracted by the weeds and lose sight of where you’re headed. That's where a writing planner can be

All Right vs. Alright: Which is Right?

You've probably come across the words "all right" and "alright" many times throughout your life. But did you know that there's actually a debate over which one is correct to use? Let's take a closer look at the difference between these two spellings and when to use each one. All Right "All right" is the

By |2024-02-16T19:01:34+00:00February 21st, 2024|Categories: Grammar|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

Exploring the World of Publishing: What are Advanced Reader Copies?

Advanced Reader Copies (ARCs) are pre-published copies of a book that are distributed to a select group of people to read and review before the book’s official publication date. These copies are typically provided to book reviewers, bloggers, librarians, booksellers, and other industry professionals who are interested in getting a sneak peek at a book

By |2024-02-13T20:19:22+00:00February 14th, 2024|Categories: Marketing, Self-Publishing|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

Penning Your Profile: A Writer’s Guide to Crafting the Perfect Instagram Bio

Your Instagram bio is the first thing people see when they visit your profile, so it’s your chance to make a great first impression. To be great, your bio should be: Concise Informative Well-crafted It should also provide a clear idea of your brand and what you do. Aim for attention-grabbing copy that highlights the

By |2024-01-17T19:08:46+00:00January 17th, 2024|Categories: Social Media|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

New Year, New Words: Mastering Your January Writing Routine

With the New Year in full swing, many of you may have set ambitious goals for the year ahead. And if you’re reading this, I think it’s safe for me to assume that one of your big goals is to write a book this year. If you're serious about achieving this goal, we have some

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