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Amy Suto

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How to Become an ARC Reader or Beta Reader

How to Become an ARC Reader or Beta Reader

Learn how to become an ARC reader or beta reader, what each role actually involves, where to find legitimate ARC programs, and how to get free books before they’re published. In this guide, I walk you through how I run my own ARC campaigns as an author and developmental editor, and how you can join early reader teams, support authors, and discover new books long before they hit the shelves.

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3 Steps: How to Write a Book Outline for Your Memoir or Nonfiction Book

3 Steps: How to Write a Book Outline for Your Memoir or Nonfiction Book

Want to write a great memoir or nonfiction book? Everything starts with a great outline! Here are the 3 steps you need to follow to outline your book effectively, and why an outline is a critical part of your book writing process.

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Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: Why I Prefer Self-Publishing

Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: Why I Prefer Self-Publishing

When publishing your book, should you go the traditional publishing route, or consider self-publishing — otherwise known as independent publishing or hybrid publishing? In this article I break down why I chose self-publishing for my own books, and what your options are as an author.

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