Congratulations on setting a date to launch your book, Cindy! Nothing lights a fire under an author like a deadline. I would love to help in any way I can. There's a lot of information out there and staying organized is key. I have all my faith in your amazing work ethic. You've got this!
I see a family photo, with dogs in the front, you in the middle with you hands affectionately on the dogs, and the human family behind you, almost photobombing, with love shining through despite the title.
I'm glad you had a plan B for publishing your book. It's always a good idea! Regarding covers - I think it's crucial to check out books in your genre - memoirs, pets, family - and see what their covers are like. Discard any that have a title that's difficult to read as a thumbnail, no matter how much you might like the book. My feeling is that people scroll past books where the title isn't clear. Use those covers to brief your cover designer. And hire a cover designer. Reedsy and Fiverr have many affordable designers, and they have people to format the book for you, too. Good luck!
Cover photo? I see you holding your daughters and the group is encircled by dogs. It doesn't have to be an actual photo but an illustration would be lovely.
Cindy, I am so excited to read your memoir! It sounds right up my alley. Thank you for sharing your publishing journey as well. I hope to follow in those footsteps, if I ever get back to writing my own memoir 👀
Congrats! Let me know if/how I can help! Very proud of you! :)
Thanks, Debbie. I appreciate the support!
For cover: A cartoon of you and your daughters each wearing a collar and leash and being walked by a dog!
Love it!
Congratulations on setting a date to launch your book, Cindy! Nothing lights a fire under an author like a deadline. I would love to help in any way I can. There's a lot of information out there and staying organized is key. I have all my faith in your amazing work ethic. You've got this!
Thank you, Colleen. You’ve already helped lead the way with your success and confidence.
Warmest congratulations, Cindy!
Thanks! What a world this book publishing is!
And you’re just getting started.
Ahhhhh congratulations, Cindy! I can’t wait to hold your book in my hands!
That is so sweet!
I see a family photo, with dogs in the front, you in the middle with you hands affectionately on the dogs, and the human family behind you, almost photobombing, with love shining through despite the title.
Fabulous vision. Thanks for the details.
Such exciting news! Congratulations 🙌💥💃
I'm glad you had a plan B for publishing your book. It's always a good idea! Regarding covers - I think it's crucial to check out books in your genre - memoirs, pets, family - and see what their covers are like. Discard any that have a title that's difficult to read as a thumbnail, no matter how much you might like the book. My feeling is that people scroll past books where the title isn't clear. Use those covers to brief your cover designer. And hire a cover designer. Reedsy and Fiverr have many affordable designers, and they have people to format the book for you, too. Good luck!
You are always a wealth of information. Thanks
Congrats Cindy!! I'm super excited for you. I like Angela's idea for a book cover.
Good to know. Thanks for the input!
Cover photo? I see you holding your daughters and the group is encircled by dogs. It doesn't have to be an actual photo but an illustration would be lovely.
I appreciate that vision. It’s unique!
Cindy, I am so excited to read your memoir! It sounds right up my alley. Thank you for sharing your publishing journey as well. I hope to follow in those footsteps, if I ever get back to writing my own memoir 👀
I have a bit more time on my hands now that my girls are launched!