Sponsor Spotlight: ProWritingAid

Sponsor Spotlight: ProWritingAid

by | Jan 28, 2021

There is no perfect first draft. But your writing can get a LOT closer to perfect with the right tools. That’s why we love ProWritingAid. This self-editing tool isn’t just glorified spell-check, it’s a robust tool for professional writers and ANYONE who relies on the written word to present their ideas. Since they’re a company we truly use in our business every day, we’re excited to announce that they’re returning as a sponsor for the 2021 Women in Publishing Summit. 

What is ProWritingAid?

ProWritingAid is a digital tool that helps you self-edit your manuscript. A human perspective can never be fully replaced in the process (good news for writers and editors everywhere!), but this tool takes your first draft and whips it into shape. Using machine learning and years of research, the team at ProWritingAid has built a software that can catch mistakes and just make your writing better. Any word processing software can catch a basic spelling or grammar error, but ProWritingAid can tell you when your writing is overly complex, unclear or uncompelling. It makes suggestions as you type, and it works intuitively based on what you’re doing. It helps you draw your readers in with its editing suggestions, and it works with any style of writing. When you begin with a first draft that’s already been through the patented ProWritingAid software, what emerges is something that’s ready for prime time.

Beyond perfecting your book, it also offers a Chrome extension that allows you to get feedback as you’re typing emails, blog posts, and more. Since writers are so often in the business of promoting their own career, having ProWritingAid’s tools at your disposal will make sure that every email you send will impress.

You can download ProWritingAid to your computer or use the mobile version to access the tool in the way that fits your lifestyle. The desktop version even allows you to use the tool even when you’re not connected to the internet — so you can head on out to that cabin in the woods and write whenever you want.

At the end of the day, , you’re going to send your manuscript off to beta readers and an editor. ProWritingAid can help you clean it up before other eyes see it. It will help you catch the errors that your eyes miss. It’s like having another set of eyes on your manuscript without paying more. It’s a smart way to save time and money, all within a budget that’s accessible for the average writer. 

Why We Love ProWritingAid

Our whole team loves using the reporting feature in ProWritingAid. It allows us to see where a text is too verbose or repetitive. It’s an important part of our editing process.

We helped author and professor Kasie Whitener publish her first novel, After December, last year. When we used ProWritingAid, it found that she used the word “sandwiches” over 150 times. When we shared this information, Kasie  laughed and joked that all she feeds her characters are sandwiches. ProWritingAid helped us catch this repetition that might have taken readers out of the story (“What’s with the sandwiches?!?”), and that went unnoticed otherwise.

ProWritingAid is a tool we can count on for our business, can recommend to our authors, and can use in our everyday lives. We love the ease of use, the comprehensive suite of editing tools, and the affordable price point. It’s just one of those products we can’t imagine doing this work without.

ProWritingAid is a silver sponsor of the Women in Publishing Summit

A really cool thing about  ProWritingAid is that they offer lifetime access — which means you pay once and then you have the tool forever! It is so important when you consider how we practice our craft, making revisions and changes sometimes over years! This software is ready to be a long-term partner to writers of every level and genre, right out of the gate. 

They’re such a great partner that they’re offering all Women in Publishing Summit attendees 50% off of their lifetime access. This is a great savings on an already affordable tool! This offer is only available to summit attendees, so make sure you sign up below!

Sponsor Spotlight: Bublish

Sponsor Spotlight: Bublish

by | Jan 22, 2021

Expert editor and publishing insider Kathy Meis saw that there was a missing link in the marketplace for independent authors, There were several places helping indie authors get their book designed and uploaded; however, there was no one helping them position their book for success in the marketplace. Her research, innovative spirit and industry know-how led her to create Bublish: a publishing platform with built-in marketing, branding, and discoverability features.

We are proud to announce that Bublish is once again a gold sponsor of the Women in Publishing Summit. They’ve been sponsoring the summit for several years, and I just LOVE our partnership!  Read on for more information about how Bublish is uniquely positioned to help you on your author journey.

What is Bublish?

Bublish is the world’s first complete publishing platform with built-in marketing. With Bublish, you’re able to write, publish, market, sell, and track your sales all in one dashboard. Having all this info in one place saves time and helps free authors up to do more of what they love! It truly takes your book from start to finish. 

Bublish is designed by industry experts specifically to help you publish and market your book. Founder and CEO, Kathy Meis describes the platform as “a publisher in a box,” and that’s exactly how it works. Authors keep their rights while they access tools that will help them position their book correctly, understand their audience, and put it out into the marketplace with great metadata. It’s like having your very own publishing house behind your book, aligned with your needs and goals, without sacrificing any of your independence. 

Bublish has a mission to empower authorpreneurs. They want to help you make money writing and grow a brand while still having control. I’ve been so lucky to call Kathy Meis a friend and mentor in this industry. Kathy and her company truly embody what the Women in Publishing Summit is all about: empowerment, encouragement and support.  

Our Experience Using Bublish

Bublish isn’t just a sponsor of the Women in Publishing Summit. They’re a company that our team uses and loves. 

When I first started using Bublish, I fell in love with their groundbreaking marketing tool called a book bubble. It allows you to load your book and grab excerpts to share with others. Then you can combine your chosen excerpts with some author insights – why you wrote the book, a bit about yourself, whatever makes your book special!  Finally, you can add in more details that encourage readers to purchase your book. What my team and I love about them is that they’re aesthetically pleasing and endlessly customizable, and so easy to use! They’re  a great way to give your audience a sneak peek at your book and the thought that went into it.

Once a book bubble is complete, you can share it with your audience as well as include it in the weekend “share fest.” This community aspect brings even more eyes to your work, and we’ve definitely seen sales increase after sharing book bubbles. It’s just one of the many tools that Bublish offers to authors with a low cost annual subscription.

Bublish is a gold sponsor of the Women in Publishing Summit

Bublish says: Go Indie, but don't go it alone!

What does it mean to Go Indie? It means you are your own publisher..

.✔ You keep your rights

✔ You maintain control

✔ You can get your book to market faster

✔ You earn higher royalties.

But there's a lot to learn, so don't go it alone. Bublish is here to help. Register for the Women in Publishing Summit to learn more about Bublish and receive a special discount code!