Have you listened to the July episode of "Writer's Digest Presents" yet? We chat with author Chip Pons about his new novel, Winging It with You, self-publishing vs. traditionally publishing, and more. Listen wherever you stream podcasts for follow this link:

Quick thought for everyone here: if you had to drop one tactic in book marketing tomorrow and rely on the rest, what would you cut? Always fascinating to see how our strategies differ, depending on genre and author goals. #WritingCommunity #booktwt #urielzurius #writerslift

Sometimes when things don't go well, it's all about your brand

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A good book cover must spark curiosity and give a glimpse of what the reader is about to dive in.

One of the most cinematic projects I've brought to life: the trailer for Mask of Romulus by Mark Jamilkowski - Author A tale of legacy, mystery & power, crafted to capture attention and ignite curiosity. Pre-orders are live mark-jamilkowski-author.com/product-page/s… Watch below 👇

I had the chance to bring The Chronicles of Narnia to life in a trailer. Blending cinematic pacing with Lewis's world was a challenge I truly enjoyed.✨ Each project reminds me how powerful stories become with the right visuals. Watch below 👇 #BookTrailer #urielzurius

When I look at this cover, I still can’t believe I designed it. Mask of Romulus and Devious Vengeance have been my favorite covers to create so far. Got a blurb or an idea for your own book cover? Send it my way, let’s see if it’s something we can bring to life. #BookCoverDesign

RIP Dame Jilly Cooper (1937 – 2025) ⁠ ⁠ It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye to the irreplaceable Jilly Cooper. A true trailblazer of literature who changed the course of popular fiction forever with Riders and the Rutshire Chronicles, she was an inspiration to a

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Most agents pitch stories. I build experiences around them. From cinematic visuals that captivate readers to query packages that move editors, my goal is simple: Help authors make people feel their story before they even open the book. #urielzurius #amquerying #WritingCommunity

✉️ Now Open to Submissions I’m looking for authors with powerful, emotionally layered stories. If your manuscript explores identity, transformation, or human depth, I’d love to hear from you. — Uriel Zurius Independent Literary Agent & Book Marketing Specialist

When I read a manuscript, I’m not just looking for perfect prose, I’m looking for pulse. That feeling that the story couldn’t have been written by anyone else. You can always refine structure, but you can’t teach soul. #urielzurius #amquerying #WritingCommunity

Some stories don’t just belong on shelves, they belong on screens. You can tell when a book’s world breathes beyond the page. That’s the kind of story I love representing: ones that feel alive enough to echo in film. #urielzurius #amquerying #WritingCommunity

To every author waiting for their big break: keep writing. You never know who’s reading in silence, waiting for your next chapter to hit their inbox. Every agent and reader remembers the story that stayed. #urielzurius #WritingCommmunity #writerslife

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ReaderLink is acquiring Baker & Taylor, the largest US distributor to libraries, but publishers are warily awaiting the final terms due to concerns about how financial obligations are handled. This deal could reshape how distribution to libraries and non-bookstore outlets works.