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100 contributions to Non-Fiction Author Lab
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We’re pleased to inform you that your book has been selected for the upcoming Sharjah International Book Fair 2026. The Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) is the 3rd largest fair in the world, attracting more than 2 million visitors annually. The fair brings together authors, readers, publishers, and industry professionals through exhibitions, author appearances, workshops, talks, and professional networking. It provides authors with an opportunity to showcase their work within a major international literary environment and reach audiences beyond their existing readership. Registration Deadline: 5th October To confirm your participation, simply reply to this email with “YES.” We’ll then send you the next steps and registration details. We’re excited about the opportunity to showcase your work at Sharjah International Book Fair 2026 and look forward to hearing from you. Warm regards, Christian Garcia Senior Book Consultant Kindle Publishing Professionals 📧 [email protected] Ph: (888) 825-0190 🌐 https://kindlepublishingprofessionals.com This is what I got when I put the email address into Google. [email protected] appears to be a direct email address associated with Kindle Publishing Professionals, an independent book production and ghostwriting agency. [1] The company provides formatting, cover design, marketing, and self-publishing assistance. They notably published the workbook version of "God's Masterpiece and the Devil's Hues" in early 2026. (Note: Despite their name, they explicitly state they are not affiliated with Amazon or Amazon KDP). [1, 2, 3, 4]
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Tip: if you go, don’t flydubai.
Grim Reaper
I have had an itch to investigate the story line of "can I kill the grim reaper?" I can't figure out where to start or even how to approach such a philosophical quandary. I know for a fact I am not smart enuff to do such a subject the depth it needs, but what a great way to burn up some insomnia while working on a project. What do you think?
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Don’t know if you can kill him, but maybe you can get him to commit suicide. But would the world actually be a better place as a result? Mortality has a salubrious effect on people if/when they think about it. And who wants to live in the movie “Groundhog Day”? 😉
How much have you spent on your book so far?
Editing, design, ads, coaching, all of it together. Hoping this might be helpful to set expectations for new authors who join. If there was anything you wish you didn't spend money on or that you should have, feel free to mention that in the comments!
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I edited it myself because I couldn’t find anyone who would do such a short book (136 pages) for an unknown author. A friend paid for the cover. So the “estimated retail value” is around $1K. What I have NOT paid for, and probably (?—DEFINITELY!) should, is marketing/advertising and distribution.
Group Discussion: How'd you get your last 10 book sales?
For next week's coaching call, I'd like to discuss what's working for authors right now. Was it Amazon Ads? A podcast? Library sales? Something else? Let me know below what's working for you, and pop in next Monday to join the crew!
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I peddled it at a religious convention. If I had been allowed to bring more copies, I could have sold them. (I was only able to get 25 in my suitcase.)
The hardest part of being an author might surprise you…
Hey everyone! I've been scrolling and viewing some pasts few post and most post genuinely caught my attention because behind every meaningful piece of writing, there’s a deeper story, the spark that brought the idea to life, the personal experiences that shaped it, and the unseen challenges that come with turning imagination into something others can connect with. I was curious about your journey: when you began writing, did you expect the creative process to be the biggest challenge, or did you discover that building visibility and reaching the right audience became an entirely different chapter of the journey? I’ve been exploring how authors are creating stronger connections around their work, and I’ve noticed some fascinating patterns in how stories gain attention and build lasting relationships with readers. I’d genuinely love to hear your perspective, what’s one approach, lesson, or discovery that has made the biggest difference in your writing journey so far?
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For me, anything that has to do with selling the book is difficult. I’m a writer, not a businessman.
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Owen Bergman
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Edited for over 20 years and wrote a weekly column for almost as long. Book #1 published in ‘06. Time for the others to be born.

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