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Mastering the Craft: 10 Essential Tips to Elevate Your Writing
Unlock your writing potential with these essential tips!
Nov 154 min read


Introducing N. E. Weisberg
Bootstrap Publications welcomes new author, N. E. Weisberg.
Nov 61 min read


Signs You’re Ready to Publish
Writing can be a long journey, but there are some clear signs that you're prepared to share your work with the world.
Oct 162 min read




Bootstrap Publications Joins the 2025 Tahoe Literary Festival: “Ink and Identity—Telling Our Stories Our Way”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: info@bootstrappublications.com www.bootstrappublications.com Tahoe City, California — Bootstrap...
Oct 93 min read


Why a Girl Protagonist
Why is my protagonist a girl? It’s for a very mechanical reason, actually. That’s something I discovered while writing this first book....
Oct 62 min read


The History of ISBNs: Understanding Book Identification Numbers and Publishing Options
Discover what an ISBN is, why you might need one, and how to get it.
Sep 185 min read


The Power of Pen Names: How to Choose, Protect, and Thrive with a Pseudonym
Discover the reasons why authors choose pen names, how to find the perfect one, and the legal considerations for protecting your work.
Aug 165 min read


The Global Literacy Divide: Comparing the Highest and Lowest Literacy Rates and Their Socioeconomic Impacts
Discover the countries with the highest and lowest literacy rates and explore how literacy impacts our lives.
Jul 174 min read


Crafting a Dynamic Query Letter: Tackling Uncertainty in Your Evolving Book
Learn how to craft a dynamic query letter, even when your book is still evolving.
Jun 153 min read


Decoding Literary Agent Fees: Understanding Payment Timelines in the Publishing Journey
Understand how literary agents get paid and the timelines you can expect in your publishing journey—from advances to royalties.
May 154 min read


The Role of a Literary Agent: How to Find and Approach One for Your Writing Career
Unlock your writing career with a literary agent—find out how to approach them and secure the perfect deal for your book!
Apr 174 min read


How Homing Pigeons Work
I once moved into a new building in a less developed part of town. It was a big place, huge actually, cheap rent, and the length of the...
Apr 122 min read


The Role of a Writing Accountability Buddy: Your Secret to Staying on Track
Looking for a way to stay consistent with your writing? Discover how a writing accountability buddy can help you achieve your goals.
Mar 174 min read


Are You Really a Writer?
Embrace the writer within! From the inescapable urge to write to the love-hate dance with editing, your journey unfolds in the passionate ta
Feb 166 min read


Local Author and Cal State East Bay Ethnic Studies Professor Brings Sonny Trueheart Mystery Series to Oakland Library: A Special Reading and Book Signing Event
Oakland, CA – Bootstrap Publications is thrilled to announce a "Meet the Author" event with Dr. Nicholas Louis Baham III and his...
Feb 52 min read


Publishing a Book on a Budget
Publishing a book on a budget requires resourcefulness, creativity, and a strategic approach. Use these cost-effective strategies.
Jan 192 min read


The Book Idea
The idea for this book came over a decade ago. I had a job writing software for an industry-specific simulator, and things for the...
Dec 24, 20242 min read


The Stress Writers Feel When Writing
Dear writers, amidst stress, embrace imperfections, celebrate small wins, and most importantly, take time to rest.
Dec 15, 20243 min read


The Origins of Pabulum: A Journey of Imagination, Life, and Magic
The idea of Pabulum began very differently from the finished story. From my experience, most stories are sparked from a random thought or...
Dec 6, 20243 min read
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