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Our God Still Speaks: Real-life Stories Of How God Answer Prayers – Book 1 by Virginia Stewart Metzler
Our God Still Speaks: Real-life Stories Of How God Answer Prayers – Book 1 goes beyond being simply a personal narrative; it serves as a testament to God's steadfast loyalty in the lives of ordinary individuals. Virginia Stewart Metzler allows readers to observe the...

Author Connections: Networking Tips to Maximize Exposure
Building strong author connections is one of the most potent ways to grow your visibility and reach new readers. Whether you're a first-time writer or an established author, networking can elevate your career, open new opportunities, and amplify your message. Why...

Stories in the Windy City: What to Expect at the Book Festival at Printers Row
The book festival at Printers Row, which will take place at Chicago's famous Printers Row Park on September 6-7, 2025, from 10 AM to 6 PM, is sure to be a memorable celebration of literature and storytelling. This year’s fair is a significant milestone that makes it a...

Write Like a Reader: How Understanding Your Audience Changes Everything
Just about every author who starts out has some very self-indulgent reasons for writing a book. This comes with pros and cons. On the one hand, you are really pouring out a lot of ideas and emotions that you want to spread out to the world. But on the other, your...

The Power of Presence: Why Attending Book Events Builds Author Credibility
ReadersMagnet boosts an author’s credibility through the power of presence. ReadersMagnet is a self-publishing and book marketing company that actively participates in several book events. In these book events, the company exhibits the works of authors, waiting to...

Marketing Mistakes Every Author Makes (And How to Avoid Them)
Alt Text: A street bookstall displays a colorful assortment of stacked and shelved books, with a nearby chair holding a crate of more books. In the competitive world of publishing, effective marketing is crucial for authors looking to reach their audience and achieve...

2025 LA Book Confab: The Magic and Memories that Are One for the Books
With much energy, positivity, and anticipation, ReadersMagnet kicked off the 2025 LA Book Confab with authors eager to share their stories with the world. This year’s LA Book Confab was a blast as it paved the way for the introduction of some of the most compelling...

The Fear of the Blank Page: How to Overcome Writer’s Block and Start Writing Again
Every writer faces the fear of the blank page at some point. Staring at that space can feel paralyzing, whether working on a short novel, a blog post, or even an assignment. The pressure to create something perfect right away can freeze your creativity. But overcoming...

How to Handle Book Reviews: A Guide for Authors
No matter what creative industry you’re in, reviews are touted as the things that make or break one’s success in one’s art. It’s certainly no different in literature. However, it is also important to know that reviews have standards of quality as well. They can be a...

Page to Screen: A Deep Dive of an Author’s Life and Story
Readers can get to know more about the author when they bring their world from page to screen. ReadersMagnet features authors with an all-new page-to-screen service, which spotlights their creative process, their current projects, and tips they can offer to aspiring...