Category Archives: Self-Publishing

Upcoming personal appearances, Oct. 29-31

Posted on October 27, 2012 6:52 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

This coming week, while Hurricane Sandy clobbers Maryland’s Eastern Shore where I live, I have cleverly scheduled several book signings and a workshop on self-publishing several hours away, in central Virginia. On Monday, Oct. 29, from 3:30 – 5:30 pm, … Continue reading →

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Traditional Publishing: Today’s Vanity Publishing?

Posted on August 25, 2012 2:39 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  Traditional publishing has become the new “vanity publishing.” It’s a point I’ve made repeatedly during the past year, but now this excellent article elaborates on the theme. If you’re an author holding out for the “prestige” of a traditional … Continue reading →

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Outstanding FORBES Article on Indie Publishing

Posted on August 15, 2012 6:25 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  A long, impressively researched article about how self-publishing is revolutionizing the publishing industry, written by marketing expert and author David Vinjamuri, has appeared in Forbes. David interviewed and quoted me, along with a couple of friends — best-selling indie … Continue reading →

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Interview with Thriller Author J. Carson Black

Posted on August 8, 2012 5:28 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  J. Carson Black is the author of three short stories and thirteen novels, including the critically acclaimed Laura Cardinal series, recently optioned by Winkler Films/Sony Television. Since April of 2011, her books have sold over 300,000 copies. Her first … Continue reading →

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HUNTER: Now 300 Amazon Customer Reviews

Posted on July 21, 2012 7:00 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  The overwhelming reader response to HUNTER has been far, far beyond what I expected before I published it. When I pushed the “publish” button on Amazon on June 21, 2011, I entertained modest hopes that my novel would slowly … Continue reading →

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A Vital Tip for Self-Publishing Authors

Posted on June 27, 2012 6:34 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  Lately, I’ve been sharing tips on self-publishing with quite a few authors, online and in person. Most of it is “how-to” stuff. But some of it concerns the attitude that an indie author must maintain if he is to … Continue reading →

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10 Reasons You Should Skip the Traditional Publishers and Self-Publish Ebooks Instead

Posted on May 29, 2012 7:51 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  My latest piece, sure to be controversial, is now up on the PJ Media blog: “10 Reasons You Should Skip the Traditional Publishers and Self-Publish Ebooks Instead“ Enjoy!

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My Gaithersburg Book Festival talk

Posted on May 18, 2012 2:44 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

I’ll be speaking and signing copies of HUNTER at the Gaithersburg (MD) Book Festival on Saturday, May 19, at 10:20 a.m. I hope to meet many of you who live within traveling distance. If you love books, I promise you … Continue reading →

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I’m Interviewed on “The American Entrepreneur” Radio

Posted on May 4, 2012 4:41 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

I was interviewed on “American Entrepreneur Radio” by host Jerry Bowyer on May 3rd. Jerry and I discussed the opportunities and mechanics of self-publishing, as well as my background and why I wrote and indie-published HUNTER. The interview runs about … Continue reading →

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My Self-Publishing “Rocky” Story

Posted on May 1, 2012 10:51 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

I’ve just been invited to become a regular contributor to the popular online site “Pajamas Media.” This wonderful alternative media outlet provides a platform for some of the most prominent bloggers and cultural commentators of our time, including Glenn “Instapundit” … Continue reading →

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