A Book Without A Plot Is Like...
A book without a plot is like a body without a spine, a big mess. Lately, I've been encountering more and more books that are ambling...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Mar 17
- 5 min
Is NetGalley Worth It PRT II: The Cost
Is NetGalley Worth It PRT II: The Cost This is PART 2 in our NetGalley Is It Worth It series. Read Part I1: Reviews Here Everyone reads...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Mar 15
- 4 min
Thinking About NetGalley? Small Press And Indie Authors Don’t Bother - The Problem With NetGalley Reviews
This is blog post 1 about NetGalley: Reviews It seems when it comes to getting readers for your book, NetGalley is the biggest name in...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Jan 2
- 2 min
Reevaluating the Role of Sensitivity Readers and Editors in Literature
In the realm of literature, an ongoing discourse centers around the influence of sensitivity readers and editors, raising questions about...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Dec 30, 2023
- 2 min
Revolutionizing Literature: The Rise of Self-Published Books
In a world where traditional gatekeepers once held the keys to literary success, a new dawn has emerged—one that champions the power of...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Dec 30, 2023
- 3 min
Boozy Reads: Beer With Your Book
A beer with your book? You can't go wrong! The year is just about over. Tomorrow is New Years Eve and projects are wrapping up nicely....
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Dec 20, 2023
- 2 min
Goodreads: Toxic, Useless, or Both?
Like all social media Goodreads has good and bad things about it.... who am I kidding? Goodreads sucks! It's filled with trash books and...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Dec 16, 2023
- 2 min
Designing A Book Cover
Designing a book cover is a critical aspect of the publishing process, as it's often the first thing potential readers see. They say...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Dec 16, 2023
- 2 min
Avoid Common Self-Publishing pitfalls
Self-publishing can be a rewarding way to share your work with the world, but it comes with its own set of challenges and pitfalls. Here...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Dec 9, 2023
- 3 min
Cost Of Publishing A Book
The cost of publishing a book can vary significantly based on several factors, including the publishing route you choose (traditional,...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Nov 29, 2023
- 3 min
Woke Books Flop Deal With It
I read this article today in the Daily Mail (yeah I know not the most hard-hitting news source). It basically said what everyone is...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Nov 25, 2023
- 2 min
When Did The Small Press Movement Start And Why?
The small press movement in the United States began to gain momentum in the mid-20th century, particularly during the 1950s and 1960s. It...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Nov 22, 2023
- 2 min
Book Cover Preview!
HEY! Book lovers and avid readers! Swann + Bedlam is stoked to announce book cover previews for our upcoming releases for June 2024!...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Nov 3, 2023
- 2 min
Why Aim To Get Published By A Small Press?
Looking for a small press accepting manuscripts? Shooting for the little guy might be a smart move on the author's part. Publishing with...
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BJ Swann
- Jun 14, 2023
- 3 min
Don’t of the day: The overuse of Participles
Don’t of the day: The overuse of Participles The overuse of participles is a plague in contemporary writing. Sure, participles are good...
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BJ Swann
- Jun 6, 2023
- 7 min
The Facebook Author Phenomenon: A Cautionary Essay
B.J’s Bile In this series of essays, B.J. Swann spews out hatred and gives you the straight dope on everything that sucks about the...
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Elizabeth Bedlam!
- Jun 3, 2023
- 4 min
Swann + Bedlam is taking submissions!
That’s right, Swann+Bedlam, the world’s most ignored underground press run by two indie authors, is now ready to publish books by other...
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