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We hope that the following blog entries will explain and simplify the process of turning your words into actual books. We'd love to hear from you, either with comments, or with suggestions for future blog posts. We're here to help!

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How to Be a Writer (Step Three: Identify Your Writing Style)
Writing styles can vary greatly depending on the content, purpose, and audience. We will be focusing on some common writing styles and how to identify yours!

May 01, 2024

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48 Hour Books Poetry Contest: Spring Fever
It’s our seventh year hosting a writing contest, so this time we want to change it up! In honor of National Poetry Month, we will be celebrating it with a poetry contest!

May 01, 2024

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How to Print a Book with 48 Hour Books: A Beginner’s Guide
We're breaking down the process for printing with 48 Hour Books, so you can start your self-publishing journey as soon as your manuscript is completed!

May 01, 2024

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How to Be a Writer: (Step Two: Daily Writing Habits)
We continue our series on “How to Be a Writer” with the topic of daily writing habits.

May 01, 2024

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How to Get Feedback on Your Self-Published Book
Learn how to gather feedback on your self-publish book to gain reviews and guage reader response.

May 01, 2024

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Main Character Energy
Does your protagonist have “main character energy?” In today’s zeitgeist, a person with main character energy takes control of their own narrative. Learn more

May 01, 2024

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How to Generate Book Ideas
Struggling to come up with a new book idea? We've created a list of questions to help spark inspiration.

May 01, 2024

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48 Hour Books Quick Links: Get Started with These Helpful Resources
If you’re browsing our website for the first time and want to learn more about our services, we recommend starting with the following “quick links."

May 01, 2024

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How to Use Book Printing Services as an Independent Publisher
Are you an independent publisher in need of a book printer? Our business is set up for exactly that!

April 23, 2024

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Everything You Need to Know About Book Copyright and ISBNs
We answer all of your questions about ISBN's, barcodes, and copyright!

April 15, 2024

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