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12/03/2025

Don't underestimate the power of small progress. Every sentence, every paragraph, brings you closer to something great. 🌟

10/03/2025

“LinkedIn’s strength lies in its ability to connect professionals. Use this to your advantage by collaborating with others.”

In case you missed it, Smith Publicity shares 7 actionable strategies to help you showcase your expertise and promote your book effectively:

Want to be seen as a thought leader AND sell more books? LinkedIn might be the perfect platform to do both. Smith Publicity shares 7 actionable strategies to help you showcase your expertise and promote your book effectively.

10/03/2025

Remember: every pro started as an amateur. The key? Keep creating, keep learning, and keep growing.

08/03/2025

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FriesenPress is proud to be led and powered by the talents of many incredible women.

Today and every day, we celebrate the stories and storied accomplishments of women who are not just making their mark, but rewriting the script.📚

06/03/2025

Want to be seen as a thought leader AND sell more books? LinkedIn might be the perfect platform to do both. 🎤📘

Smith Publicity shares 7 actionable strategies to help you showcase your expertise and promote your book effectively:

Want to be seen as a thought leader AND sell more books? LinkedIn might be the perfect platform to do both. Smith Publicity shares 7 actionable strategies to help you showcase your expertise and promote your book effectively.

06/03/2025

The FriesenPress Bookstore has just been updated with new Staff Picks! 📚🌟

Find a new favourite as recommended by our in-house team of publishing experts: https://buff.ly/mpjqKuY

05/03/2025

Our very own Leanne Janzen will be a featured speaker at the 8th Annual Women in Publishing Summit from March 5th to 8th! 📝 📚

It's the perfect place for aspiring authors and publishing professionals to learn, connect, and grow.

Get your tickets here: https://buff.ly/fA2wwL2

05/03/2025

Writing isn’t just ink on paper—it’s the essence of creativity, the sweetness of expression. Keep pouring your art into the world. Someone out there needs it.

03/03/2025

“Smaller bits of excellent phrasing might find their home somewhere else in your book; larger chunks might be saved for a future project”

In case you missed it, we break down how to trim the excess in your text and strengthen what remains:

Beautiful, poetic prose is great—but does it serve the bigger picture? If not, it might be time to “ kill your darlings”. We break down how to trim the excess and strengthen what remains.

03/03/2025

It’s about writing what matters to you, not necessarily an audience. The right readers will find their way when the story speaks for itself. 🌟

27/02/2025

Beautiful, poetic prose is great—but does it serve the bigger picture? If not, it might be time to “kill your darlings”. 🖼✂️

In our latest blog post, we break down how to trim the excess in your manuscript and strengthen what remains:

Beautiful, poetic prose is great—but does it serve the bigger picture? If not, it might be time to “ kill your darlings”. We break down how to trim the excess and strengthen what remains.

26/02/2025

Your words are stronger than you think. Trust your material—and let it do the talking. ✍️

25/02/2025

Brian Sankarsingh is the author of A Sliver of a Chance, a poetry collection recounting his experiences as an immigrant to Canada from the Caribbean island of Trinidad.

We spoke with Brian about how the important message of is reflected in his work, his advice for aspiring authors, and much more:

Brian Sankarsingh is the author of A Sliver of a Chance, a poetry collection recounting his experiences as an immigrant to Canada from the Caribbean island of Trinidad. We spoke with Brian about how the important message of is reflected in his work, his advice for aspiring authors

24/02/2025

“You wouldn’t find osso bucco buried in a long list of sushi choices at a Japanese restaurant.”

In case you missed it, book coach Steve Donahue breaks down how to optimize your table of contents to boost nonfiction book sales:

Your table of contents is like your book’s menu—make it irresistible. With a thoughtful, strategic approach you can turn curious browsers into satisfied patrons. Try book coach Steve Donahue's expert tips to optimize yours and boost nonfiction book sales.

24/02/2025

Writing isn’t just about sitting at a desk—it’s about experiencing the world. Only then can you truly bring your characters and stories to life. ✍️💫

22/02/2025

While finishing high school, Symphorosa Gabriel wrote Hair Happiness, a children’s book about a little Black girl taking control of her self-image and embracing her natural hair.

We spoke with Symphorosa to learn about the inspiring origin of Hair Happiness, the importance of representation in children’s books, and much more:

While finishing high school, Symphorosa Gabriel wrote Hair Happiness , a children’s book about a little Black girl taking control of her self-image and embracing her natural hair. We recently spoke with Symphorosa to learn about the inspiring origin of Hair Happiness , the importance of representa

20/02/2025

Your table of contents is like your book’s menu—make it irresistible. 🍽️ ✨

With a thoughtful, strategic approach you can turn curious browsers into satisfied patrons. Try book coach Steve Donahue's expert tips to optimize yours and boost nonfiction book sales:

Your table of contents is like your book’s menu—make it irresistible. With a thoughtful, strategic approach you can turn curious browsers into satisfied patrons. Try book coach Steve Donahue's expert tips to optimize yours and boost nonfiction book sales.

19/02/2025

Friesens has spent the last couple of days in New Orleans at the annual PubWest Conference, and it’s been wonderful to see many of our friends and customers!

We were also honoured to win several awards at the Book Design Awards, held on Wednesday, February 12. Visit our blog to see the winners: https://www.friesens.com/blog/friesens-pubwest-winners/

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