Posted on March 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek
The publishing experts we follow have plenty of business and marketing advice and news to offer.
Here are the ones that we thought were can't-miss for our authors:
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When the comments section is challenging: Author Lea Page knows the prevailing wisdom among writers is not to read reviews or comments, but since she publishes in order to have a conversation, she still checked the comments — and here's how she reclaimed the negativity she found there (Jane Friedman).
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Struggling with social media as a debut novelist: Author Helena Rho welcomed the positive press upon her book's release, but how to keep up with it and what to do after it felt incredibly overwhelming (Writer's Digest).
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Online networking tips for authors: No one is disputing the value of in-person connection, but as more of life moves behind a screen, author and podcaster Debra Eckerling provides five pieces of advice for forming connections digitally (Writer's Digest).
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Make your reputation your strongest chapter: Entrepreneur and author Jeffrey W. Meshel explains how to intentionally present your writing identity in public, to distinguish yourself from the rest of the literary world (Writer's Digest).
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How to use podcast guesting to promote your nonfiction book: Author Oona Metz went on over fifty podcasts to promote her 2026 release; here's what she learned from all those appearances (Jane Friedman).
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