Thinking About Self-Publishing?
Are you thinking about self-publishing your next book? Do you have visions of your book on a prominent shelf in a large book retailer?
Think again. Your book may be listed on Amazon, but retailers dislike self-published books. They have restocking problems and problems with the quality of the finished product (typos, editing, etc.)
The bookstore market is a closed system that only deals with distributors and traditional book publishers. It's why we at Elk Lake work hard to help you have a finished product that is well-edited and has an eye-catching cover.
To read an excellent article on this subject, please see https://killzoneblog.com/2025
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Blue Ridge Christian Writers Conference: May 26-30
Cedar Falls Christian Writers Conference: June 12-14
St. David's Christian Writers Conference: June 18-22
Cascade Christian Writers Conference: June 22-25
Writing Podcasts Worth Listening To
Writing Off Social - The podcast for female Christian writers who want to grow and nurture their audience without social media.
While this podcast gives great advice about growing your newsletter, ditching social media isn't for everyone.
Your Best Writing Life - Linda Goldfarb is a sought-after keynote speaker. This podcast is always informative and fun.
The Novel Marketing Podcast and The Christian Publishing Show, both by Thomas Umstattd, Jr. offer valuable advice for Christian authors.
The Profitable Writer - Kent Sanders talks about how to build a writing career whether you're a novelist or nonfiction writer.
Featured Blogs
September New Releases
September was a BIG month for Fiction! Here are our September New Releases. Aunt Iva Story (Picture Book) Written by Michelle McCarthy Illustrated by Keri-Jean Malmsten Rosalina is bursting with excitement to meet her Aunt Iva. She’d already experienced how humongous words and whimsical Aunts spelled fun and encouragement. Join Rosalina and Roo at…
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An Interview with Our Editor-in-Chief! Find out what Elk Lake is looking for…
Our publisher, Deb Haggerty, was recently interviewed for the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) At Home Conference. We thought you’d be interested in her answers. What are the top things you look for in a submission? We look to see if they followed our guidelines completely. Then we look to see if the grammar, punctuation,…
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August New Releases
Check out our August New Releases! New in Fiction Texas Faith Written by Andrew Roth Will things ever go right? When Johnny’s pa doesn’t come home after the war, the Garret ranch nears collapse, covered with back taxes and worthless cattle. While he struggles with bitterness and dread, his mother launches a spiritual quest for…
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July New Releases
Check out our July New Releases! New in Fiction Deception in December: Fern Valley Mysteries Book 2 Written by Doreen McAvoy Thirteen-year-old Will Abbott is enjoying his eighth-grade year and looking forward to a fun-filled December packed with basketball games, snowball fights, and Christmas pageant practice. With Otis Mayfield safely behind bars, Will’s biggest problem…
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June New Releases
Check out our June New Releases! New in Fiction Rules of Engagement Written by Claire O’Sullivan Army Ranger Scott Walker believes his missions have been compromised. They have been sidelined when a threat of an unchecked virus comes across the military radar. When he is given orders to protect a scientist, it is an assignment…
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