Anyone can self-publish a book. But publishing well—creating a book that sells and turning writing into a sustainable career? That takes strategy, persistence, and a deep understanding of the hard truths about the publishing world.In Tough Love for Indie Authors, publishing expert Keri-Rae Barnum and literary agent Amy Collins reveal what it really takes to succeed in self-publishing. Whether you're dreaming of bestseller status, aiming for a full-time author career, or tr...

Have you ever wondered what best-selling authors have that you don't? What are they doing to get their books on the bestseller lists? What is their secret?The answer is, in one simple little word: PLATFORM.THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR will show you step-by-step how to successfully construct a platform that works for you. What is a platform? Platform has very little to do with the actual book or books you have written. It has everything to do with: How many people...

The Wise Old Fish is a children's story inspired by childhood summers spent on a small lake, immersed in the beauty of nature.The Wise Old Fish by Amy Collins is a heartwarming, imaginative tale that effortlessly blends humor, curiosity, and wisdom. With its engaging narrative and stunning visual elements, this book invites young readers on an unforgettable journey beneath the lake's shimmering surface, where one silly mistake sets off a chain of whimsical events. ...

Learn how to use ArcGIS Pro with this best-selling, step-by-step workbook and desk reference.Getting to Know ArcGIS Pro 3.6 explains the basics of how a geographic information system (GIS) works as it teaches readers how to use ArcGIS Pro, the world’s most powerful desktop GIS software.Readers will follow simple step-by-step instructions, accompanied by more than 300 full-color images, to learn core analytic and mapmaking skills.Topics incl...

Now a USA Today and Wall Street Journal best-seller!Want to use the written word to supercharge your career? Discover the behind-the-scenes process for 26 authors who've used books to build lucrative, inspiring businesses.26 successful authors. 26 stories to help you turn books into a six-figure calling.Have you tried all the entrepreneurial tricks only to end up back where you started? Are you passionate about an idea that you want to shar...

Learn to use ArcGIS Pro confidently, quickly, and effectively with the newest edition in this best-selling series.Getting to Know ArcGIS Pro 3.2 introduces readers to ArcGIS Pro, the world’s most powerful desktop GIS. Geographic information system (GIS) software provides mapping and analytic capabilities that give people and organizations powerful location intelligence.Getting to Know ArcGIS Pro 3.2 walks readers through exploring ArcGIS O...

Want to get up and running with ArcGIS® Desktop? Start here.Getting to Know ArcGIS Desktop 10.8, sixth edition, is the classic textbook that introduces readers to the features and tools of ArcGIS Desktop, specifically ArcMapTM, the popular professional geographic information system (GIS) application from Esri. Rooted in the science of geography, GIS is a framework for gathering, managing, and analyzing data using map visualizations and location intelligenc...

Mothers often feel they need to teach their newborns everything, but when they become aware of how their infants are also teaching them, the mother / child relationship flourishes even more. This book seeks to help you build a solid foundation with your child as it redefines our typical perspective of infants. Instead of feeling like only we teach them, Amy encourages you to observe how your newborn is also teaching you. She shares personal accounts about what core attributes she learned f...