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
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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Elk Lake’s Selah Winners!
Elk Lake is happy to announce our TEN 2022 Selah Award winners! Congrats to our wonderful authors! 1st Place, Anthology Category We May Be Done, But We’re Not Finished by Deb DeArmond The nest is empty, professional path established or concluded. It should be an exciting time. We’re free to pursue the possibilities. But…
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May New Releases
Check out our May New Releases! New in Fiction Once Upon the Shadows Written by Faith Colleen Weaver Everyone fights their Shadows. Not everyone can win. Kaley is lost in the dark. After years of unspeakable deals made with the Shadows, she fears her heart might be permanently bound to the darkness. In a final…
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