Author Resources Center

Whether you have questions before, during, or after the publishing process, the Archway Publishing resources section will give you the guidance and answers you need through the Author Resources Center or Frequently Asked Questions.

“Knowledge has to be improved, challenged and increased constantly, or it vanishes.”

- Peter Drucker

Broaden your knowledge on the writing and publishing process through our Author Resources Center. Here we share information and tips from publishing industry experts on writing, editing, designing, publishing, and marketing a book.

When she exhausted her creativity, author Elizabeth Carter Wellington would climb into her tree house to continue writing her first book, Circus Girl, which she self-published with Archway.

Writing a Book

"The scariest moment is always just before you start."

– Stephen King, On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft

Whether you are a novice or an accomplished pro, writing a book can feel like a daunting task. Here you'll find some resources to provide guidance and inspiration to complete your manuscript.

• Create a Project Plan: Identify Your Goals and Audience
• 4 Ways to Manage Your Writing Schedule
• The 5 Essential Elements of a Great Story

Editing and Designing a Book

"Put down everything that comes into your head, and then you're a writer. But an author is one who can judge his own stuff's worth, without pity, and destroy most of it."

– Colette (Casual Chance, 1964)

Editing your own work can be painful and intimidating. Designing the layout and images can also be challenging. Archway Publishing's editing and design resources can help you make the best decisions for your book.

• The Value of Editing
• The Different Types of Editing

Publishing a Book

"I don't think anyone is ever writing so that you can throw it away. You're always writing it to be something. Later, you decide whether it'll ever see the light of day. But at the moment of its writing, it's always meant to be something. So, to me, there's no practicing; there's only editing and publishing or not publishing."

– Steve Martin

Publishing a book can be an arduous process. Fortunately, the professionals at Archway Publishing can help make that process as smooth as possible for you. However, there are some publishing basics that every author should know.

• How to Self-Publish a Children's Book
• 6 Tips to Successful Publishing
• 5 Expert Pointers on How To Get Published

Marketing a Book

"Not all marketing people are writers, but all writers must learn to be marketers."

– Joanne Kraft

Marketing your book can seem overwhelming, but it is vital to selling your book. Learn the basics of book marketing and get tips on the tools you'll need to introduce your book to more readers.

• 6 Struggles and Solutions to Keep Yourself Motivated
• Basic Tips for Setting Up an Author Website
• The 3 Phases of a Marketing Plan