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Social Media Branding: The Complete Beginner’s Guide

Adam Connell

Want to learn more about social media branding? Youre in the right place. It goes without saying that having a strong social media presence is now a necessity for pretty much every brandbut how do you achieve that? Thats what were going to find out today.

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James Patterson Grant Program for authors has to close after one day

Jane Friedman

The program offers grants of $10,000 to $50,000 to help writers complete a manuscript already in progress but not yet sold to a publisher. This premium article is available to paid subscribers of Jane's newsletter. Login below, or learn more and subscribe. Wondering why some content isn't free? Did something change? Here's an explanation.

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Are AI Detectors Accurate? Understanding Their Limitations

Grammarly

Key takeaways AI detectors estimate the likelihood that text was AI-generated, but theyre not 100% accurate. Accuracy depends on factors like writing style, AI model complexity, and training data quality. Combine AI detection with proper citation practices and additional tools like Grammarly Authorship and plagiarism detection. As more people use artificial intelligence (AI) to write and publish content, AI detectors have emerged in an effort to provide transparency.

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Book sales update: April 2, 2025

Jane Friedman

Notably, childrens and YA sales grew in fiction and nonfiction, and adult fiction sales declined, a reversal from usual trend lines. This premium article is available to paid subscribers of Jane's newsletter. Login below, or learn more and subscribe. Wondering why some content isn't free? Did something change? Here's an explanation.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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What does DBA stand for and how does it differ from LLC and sole proprietorship?

Freelance Union

This article is posted with permission from our partner Hiscox Insurance. Learn more about Hiscox at:  [link] Starting a business comes with a slew of important decisions, not the least of which is choosing the right business structure. Whether you're considering a DBA (Doing Business As), an LLC (Limited Liability Company), or a sole proprietorship, each option has its own advantages and caters to different business needs.

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New imprint at Ten Speed Press for young readers

Jane Friedman

They plan to publish across all ages, including board books, picture books, illustrated fiction and nonfiction, and upper-middle-grade titles. This premium article is available to paid subscribers of Jane's newsletter. Login below, or learn more and subscribe. Wondering why some content isn't free? Did something change? Here's an explanation.

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Small Press Survival: Innovative Funding Models When Book Sales Aren’t Enough

Jane Friedman

Funding strategies by small presses include pre-sales campaigns, crowdfunding, subscriptions, memberships, and strategic partnerships. This premium article is available to paid subscribers of Jane's newsletter. Login below, or learn more and subscribe. Wondering why some content isn't free? Did something change? Here's an explanation.

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Links of Interest: April 2, 2025

Jane Friedman

The latest in AI, traditional publishing, bookselling, marketing & promotion, and culture & politics. This premium article is available to paid subscribers of Jane's newsletter. Login below, or learn more and subscribe. Wondering why some content isn't free? Did something change? Here's an explanation.

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Timely Yet Timeless: Crafting Nonfiction That Outlasts Current Events

Jane Friedman

Photo by Wyron A on Unsplash Todays post is by book coach Nicole Pope. In a world changing at breakneck speed, how do you prevent a researched nonfiction book from being outdated by the time it is published? No matter how timeless they appear, all books are filtered through the authors experiences and rooted in the specific moment when they are written.