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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.

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Email Marketing for Authors: A Beginner’s Guide to Your First 1,000 Subscribers

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 2d

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 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.

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

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 1d

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

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

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

Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 8h

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 · 14h

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:

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

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

Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 1d

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 · 1d

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?
writestats.com/only-1-2-of-...

#BookSky #WritingCommunity

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

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

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Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 2d

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 · 2d

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 29

The industry shifted. Have you?
writestats.com/publishing-i...

#Writingcommunity #Booksky #Publishing

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

Hybrid Publishing Growth: The Future of Publishing

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 3d

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

5 Research Trends Every Author Should Know Before 2026

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 3d

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.
👉 writestats.com/5-research-t...
#Booksky #Writingcommunity

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 · 3d

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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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 5d

Writers: What's your biggest struggle with reader engagement?
We recently published data on why mystery books get finished more often than any other genre.

The techniques work for ALL genres. Would love your thoughts!
writestats.com/why-mystery-...

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How to Write Neurodivergent Characters Authentically: A Complete Guide for Authors

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 4d

Neurodivergence is part of human diversity. But in fiction, portrayals are often shallow or stereotyped.

This complete guide shows authors how to write neurodivergent characters authentically from mindset to craft to sensitivity.

✍️ Read here 👉

Learn how to write neurodivergent characters authentically with research, empathy, and practical tips to create powerful, realistic stories.

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 4d

Traditional publishing = slow + limited.
Self-publishing = full freedom, but lonely.
Hybrid publishing = the best of both worlds. 🌍

#HybridPublishing #BookSky

Booktasters Authors @booktastersauthors.bsky.social · 4d

Agents often take 4–12 weeks to respond to queries, and editors can take even longer. Silence isn’t always a no. Publishing moves at glacier speed, so patience and polite nudges are part of the job. #publishing #writingcommunity #industryinsights

Finding Hidden Gems: How to Spot the Next Bestseller in the Slush Pile

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · Aug 16

Find out more: writestats.com/why-only-1-2...

When a traditional publishing house gets 100 manuscripts, only 1 or 2 of them are accepted. This number may seem