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Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · Jun 3

Since 2015, Booktasters has taken pride in reviewing over 1,000 books from our valued authors. Booktasters team appreciates your trust and looks forward to continued success with you, adding more of your amazing works to our community's library and helping your books shine. 🌟📖

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Booktasters @booktasters.bsky.social · 16h

Delighted to feature this wonderful book by @joshgreenwriter.bsky.social.
Readers, we still have copies available for review — don’t miss this one and DM us now to claim your copy! 📘✨

Josh Green @joshgreenwriter.bsky.social · 1d

🔥 📘 What a lovely book promo by @booktasters.bsky.social. Drop 'em a line, y'all!

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Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 16h

Agents often ask for a “query, synopsis, and first 10 pages” but not all agents mean the same thing by "synopsis." Some want 1 page, others 5. Always check their exact guidelines before you send. Saves time and heartache. #publishing #writingcommunity #industryinsights

Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 1d

I can’t write at a desk. My best scenes happen on the floor, laptop on a pillow, coffee dangerously close. Something about being slightly uncomfortable keeps me focused. Anyone else skip the chair? #writinglife #process #amwriting

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 24

Authors are waking up to hybrid publishing, and the numbers prove why:
→ Keep 50-80% of profits
→ Maintain creative control
→ Get professional editing, design & marketing
→ Share financial risk instead of shouldering it alone

The old gatekeeping model is cracking: writestats.com/hybrid-publi...

Hybrid Publishing Growth: The Future of Publishing

For publishers navigating today’s fast-changing industry, hybrid publishing growth is more than a passing trend, it’s a strategy for survival

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Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 1d

Tension isn't only in plot. It's between what the character says and what they want, what they do and what they fear. That friction carries emotional weight. Where have you seen this used beautifully? #booksky #literaryanalysis #writingcraft

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 24

The 50% indie bestseller stat isn't surprising when you consider:
1-Faster publication times
2-Direct reader relationships
3-Higher royalty rates
4-Niche market targeting
5-Agile marketing

Join them: writestats.com/%f0%9f%9a%80...

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How to Become a Kindle Bestseller: Join the 50% Who Are Self-Published

Ready to rise in the ranks? Learn how to become a Kindle bestseller and take your self-publishing journey to new heights.

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 24

Authors: You don't need permission anymore.
50% of Kindle's bestselling books are indie-published. You can reach readers, build audiences, and earn better royalties independently. ✍️

The question isn't "Can I succeed without traditional publishing?"
It's "Why wouldn't I?"

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 27

Escapist fiction ≠ just fantasy/sci-fi📍

Romance = escape into love stories
Thriller = escape into adrenaline
Historical = escape into other eras
Memoir = emotional escape

The magic isn't the setting, it's the IMMERSION.
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#WritingCommunity #BookSky

Writing For Escapist Readers: 47% Of Readers Read To Escape

According to WriteStats, 47% of readers read to escape reality, and yet many authors overlook this powerful audience. If your

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Sep 7

The 50% indie bestseller reality could be amazing for traditional publishing IF they lean into it.
Become author accelerators. Provide services, not gatekeeping. Help indies scale.
Partner with the revolution instead of fighting it.

For more: writestats.com/%f0%9f%9a%80...

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 4d

Fellow authors, let’s talk about something powerful: 📧 Email Marketing.
Your first 1,000 subscribers can be the foundation of your career.
Here’s a practical, step-by-step guide to make it happen: writestats.com/email-market...
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Email Marketing for Authors: A Beginner’s Guide to Your First 1,000 Subscribers

Email Marketing for Authors doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This beginner’s guide shows you how to get your first 1,000 subscribers with clear steps, proven strategies, and real-world examples.

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 3d

Smart publishers know: seasonal publishing isn’t just about Christmas titles.

It’s about data, timing, and planning and it can power 25%+ of annual sales.

Read the full guide 👉 writestats.com/the-business...
#SeasonalPublishing #PublishingStrategy #BookSky

The Business of Seasonal Publishing: How Smart Publishers Capture 25% of Annual Sales

When we talk about The Business of Seasonal Publishing, we’re really talking about smart timing. Seasonal publishing is all about

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Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 2d

Cleaned my desk to write. Made tea. Lit a candle. Ended up researching 17th century tavern menus for 2 hours instead. Still counts as progress, right? 😂
#authorlife #writinglife #writerproblems

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Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 2d

Reread a paragraph you hated last week. Still standing? Not as bad as you remembered? That’s progress talking. Let it count. #writingmotivation #writingcommunity #inspiration

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 19

📚 Fresh WriteStats survey: 26% of readers read purely for enjoyment & escapism.

For authors, this means one thing: entertainment first, everything else second. Because books that entertain are books that get finished, shared, and remembered.

Full insights:

How To Write Entertaining Books: 1 in 4 Readers Read for Pure Enjoyment

Discover how to write entertaining books that captivate readers and keep them engaged from start to finish.

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Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 3d

It can take 6 months or more to hear back from agents after querying. That silence isn't always a no. Many read in batches and respond once they're caught up. Build patience into your timeline. #publishing #writingcommunity #industryinsights

Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 3d

Stories set in cities often use architecture as emotional texture. A crumbling building can mirror a character unraveling. A glossy skyline can be a lie. What’s your favorite way setting reveals interior life? #booksky #literaryanalysis #writingcraft

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 14

Is the publishing industry too hard to break into?
Only 1–2% of manuscripts get published.
Should that change or is it a quality filter?
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#BookSky #WritingCommunity

How To Beat Publishing Odds: Only 1–2% of Manuscripts Get Published

Feeling disheartened by publishing? Learn how to beat publishing odds with preparation and persistence for your manuscript.

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Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 4d

Spent 3 hours "writing" and somehow the desk is cleaner, the bookshelf is alphabetized, and I know everything about 14th-century wool trade. Still counts, right?
#authorlife #writinglife #writerproblems

Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 4d

When writing dialogue, try removing greetings like "Hi" or "How are you" in scenes that need momentum. Start mid-convo to heighten tension or interest. Have you tried cutting the small talk? #writingtips #writingcommunity

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 28

Authors: You now have unprecedented power. ✨
50%+ of Kindle bestsellers are indie-published. You don't need permission to succeed.
The question: Do you want traditional publishing's support, or can you build your empire solo?
writestats.com/%f0%9f%9a%80...

#Writingcommunity #Booksky

How to Become a Kindle Bestseller: Join the 50% Who Are Self-Published

Ready to rise in the ranks? Learn how to become a Kindle bestseller and take your self-publishing journey to new heights.

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 28

“Cli-fi” is having a huge year. 🌱📚
What started as a sci-fi offshoot is now shaping the literary conversation.
For authors, it’s a chance to write stories that matter and reach hungry readers.

Read the full breakdown: writestats.com/climate-fict...

#Writingcommunity #Booksky

Climate Fiction Is Booming in 2025: What It Means for Today’s Authors

Discover the rise of Climate Fiction in 2025. Learn how this genre is gaining popularity and shaping our understanding of the world.

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 29

The industry shifted. Have you?
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#Writingcommunity #Booksky #Publishing

Publishing Industry Disruption 2025: What Publishers Must Know to Stay Ahead

Explore the Publishing Industry Disruption 2025 and learn how indie authors are reshaping the publishing landscape.

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 5d

📚 Authors want freedom. Publishers need sustainability.
The answer? Hybrid publishing.
A model that shares risk, boosts quality & keeps creativity alive.
Full breakdown here: writestats.com/hybrid-publi...
#Publishing #HybridPublishing #Authors

Hybrid Publishing Growth: The Future of Publishing

Hybrid publishing growth is reshaping the publishing industry. Learn how it combines the best of traditional and self-publishing.

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 5d

Authors, ready to level up your research? 🧠✍️
We’ve broken down 5 key research trends and current research techniques that will help you find richer details, avoid stereotypes, and stay ahead of the curve.
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#Booksky #Writingcommunity

5 Research Trends Every Author Should Know Before 2026

Discover 5 key research trends every author should know before 2026 to write authentic, original, and impactful fiction or nonfiction books.

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Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 5d

Shared a few messy pages with a friend today. Not polished, just real. They saw what I couldn’t. Sometimes courage is letting others witness your process. #writingmotivation #writingcommunity #inspiration

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