Monster romance needs more than just a scary creature and a steamy love story. Readers want the emotional payoff of romance along with the danger, tension, fantasy, and otherworldly appeal that make the monster so compelling.

Every December, "gift list" is one of the most powerful phrases in publishing. If your book lands on the right one, it can put your story in front of readers who are shopping for someone special. That kind of recommendation goes a long way, because someone else is already helping make the case for your book.

Ruth Stilling is a bestselling spicy hockey romance author with a love for steamy stories in which women bring pro athletes to their knees, both physically and metaphorically. Her newest series, The Rules of the Rink, is a second generation series to Seattle Scorpions. The first installment, Fair Game, is an opposites-attract sports romance that pairs a rising NHL star with the publicist determined to keep him out of trouble.

When writers are deep into drafting, formatting, and fine-tuning their metadata, the idea of an author photo can often fall to the bottom of their priority list. And honestly, that makes sense. A lot of people don’t love being in front of the camera, and seeing your photo out in the world can feel a little uncomfortable.

Teron Buford is an author, storyteller, and founder of GRACE through SOUL, a company that helps people and organizations unlock the power of identity and lived experience. Through his memoir, What If I’m Enough?, he invites people to see that progress, not perfection, is what shapes healing and growth. His core belief is simple and human: your story isn’t a shackle, it’s the key.

High-quality metadata is crucial when it comes to helping readers discover your book. When you use accurate keywords, subject categories, and a clear, detailed description, you make it much easier for the right readers to find your title.

David Loux is the author of Chateau Laux, a critically acclaimed, award-winning novel that tells the story of a shocking incident in eighteenth century America.

K.A. Tucker writes captivating stories with an edge. Her newest book, North Country, is a gripping blend of second-chance romance and small-town suspense set against the vivid backdrop of northern Ontario.

Dr. Helena P. Schrader is an award-winning and bestselling author whose novels set in the Middle Ages are based on the historical record but also incorporate the insights gained from modern archaeological surveys.

The publishing landscape is evolving quickly, and we believe the authors we serve deserve a partner who evolves thoughtfully alongside it. That’s why we’ve started using AI in a few select areas of our workflow. Not to cut corners or replace the expertise and care you rely on, but to help us make promoting your book faster, easier, and more effective.