Industries

Market research techniques

If you’re tempted to skip using market research techniques before launching a product, think again. Better yet, think of Colgate. In the 1980s, the toothpaste maker decided to venture into …

thriller book title

Sometimes the hardest thing about writing a book is coming up with the title. The wrong one can drive readers away, while the right one can bring them running. So …

Audiobooks continue to increase in popularity, and it’s easy to see why. People can now listen to their favorite books while they exercise, make meals, clean the house, and commute …

self-help book cover

A self-help book cover should hint at the message tucked within its pages. A book about relationships might show a couple on the cover, for example. But what about a …

PickFu interview Norman Farrar

PickFu’s John Li joined Norman Farrar, brand strategist and e-commerce expert, on his “Lunch with Norm” podcast to talk about all the ways e-commerce sellers can use PickFu to improve …

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All writers have their own creative process. Some are pantsers who fly by the seat of their pants. Others are planners who use outlines so they always know what’s going …

Which One Won: one word book title

Some of the most memorable book titles are one word long. Holes. Americanah. Atonement. Beloved. It. But how do you know if your idea for a one-word book title is …

Which One Won: Niche book covers

If you’ve written a book on a highly specific subject, how do you choose the best cover? Narrowly define your target audience in a PickFu poll. That’s what one author …

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Say you’re a coffee business and you want to create an iced, blended coffee drink similar to Starbucks’ beloved Frappuccino® Blended Beverage. Be careful what you name it. You don’t …

fantasy book covers

Have you ever wondered if pop culture trends can help you create fantasy book covers that sell? This week’s featured poll might help you decide. An author recently split-tested two …