Unlock the Secrets to Writing Success with “Beyond Authorship: Things Writers Should Know Besides How to Write“.
Written by Ed Mickolus, a prolific author and retired CIA officer, “Beyond Authorship” is a must-read for aspiring and seasoned writers alike. This comprehensive guide goes beyond the craft of writing to explore the essential skills and knowledge every writer needs to succeed in the competitive world of publishing.
From generating creative ideas to navigating the publishing process, Mickolus shares practical tips, techniques, and insider advice drawn from his extensive experience writing more than 60 books and hundreds of articles.
Learn how to:
- Find inspiration and spark creativity.
- Master the art of collaboration with other authors.
- Create detailed character bibles to ensure continuity in your stories.
- Choose between commercial and DIY publishing, weighing the pros and cons of each.
- Manage marketing efforts, polish your dust jacket, and promote your book effectively.
- Overcome writer’s block, stay organized, and become a prolific author.
Packed with humor, real-world anecdotes, and actionable strategies, “Beyond Authorship” is your roadmap to thriving as a writer, whether you’re penning novels, nonfiction, or articles. Mickolus’s engaging writing style and wealth of knowledge make this book an invaluable resource for anyone looking to elevate their writing career.
Read “Beyond Authorship” today and take your writing journey to the next level!
Publisher : Wandering Woods Publishers
Publication date : February 14, 2026
Language : English
Print length : 82 pages
ISBN-10 : 1949173232
ISBN-13 : 978-1949173239
Item Weight : 5.1 ounces
Dimensions : 5 x 0.19 x 8 inches
Praise
Everything you didn’t know you didn’t know, such as pumping up your creative juices and working on several projects at once. Also, where to get ideas and escape boredom, burnout, and writers’ blocks—with a powerful Plan B!
~Lana McAra, President of Vendela Publishing
I had stopped writing because I realized I wasn’t focused but didn’t know how to get started again. After reading this book I’m writing again, enjoying it thoroughly, and it’s all because this concise, inspiring, enjoyable to read, real-world-tested guide contains everything I need to know and think about from initial concept through publication and marketing. Let other writers know that this book is a “must have” writers’ resource for making the best, most informed authoring decisions and for getting inspired and motivated when the “doldrums” hit.
~Faith Randall, former editor, MenSana newsletter of the North East Florida chapter of Mensa; ghostwriter
Edward Mickolus has provided a comprehensive reference guide for both new and experienced writers. This book addresses important questions such as why we write, how to write, and how to write effectively. It deserves a place in every author’s library as a supportive resource or a trusted friend to consult when facing creative challenges.
~Tracy Tripp, of www.tracytripp.com, award-winning author of White Noise Whispers, Parting Gifts, Still Life, Something Like a Dream, and Awaken
Beyond Authorship is your essential guide to the writing life, from a master who’s been there. With over 50 books to his name, Ed Mickolus distills decades of experience into a concise, powerful manual packed with practical tips, foundational techniques, and real-world advice. Whether you’re just starting or looking to boost your productivity, this no-nonsense guide offers tools for collaboration, enhanced productivity, and unleashing your creative voice. Let the Mickolus method jump-start your writing journey—and keep it going.
~Victor DiGenti, Award-winning author and ghostwriter
I first came in contact with Ed Mickolus when he put out a call for submissions for an anthology. It’s a clever premise (things found beside the road) so I asked if he would be interested in writing an article for a newsletter I edit. I hit the jackpot – he shared a number of articles, all easy-to-follow writing plans, encouragement, and a wealth of ideas whether writers are stuck in the middle, muddled with too many or too few ideas, or wrangling runaway unrepentant characters. He’s a gold mine of ideas all authors can find helpful, no matter the genre.
~Sandra Murphy, writer, editor, promoter at Misti Media Publishing
Table of Contents
• Introduction
• Why Write?
• Where Do You Get Your Ideas?
• Creativity Tips and Techniques
• Read Widely
• Read Widely, But Also in Your Field
• Be(com)ing a Prolific Writer
• Be(com)ing a Prolific Novelist
• Collaboration with Another Author
• Multi-Author Collaboration
• Character Bibles
• Commercial Publishing
• DIY Publishing
• Financial Issues
• Managing Marketing Departments: Dusting Your Dust Jacket
• Public Speaking for Authors
Introduction
Writing a book isn’t just about writing. You already know how to do that. At best, the actual writing is only half of the work that you’ll put in to your book.
This book grew out of a series of 11 articles I wrote for a Florida Mensa chapter that were reprinted by the St. Louis-based Writers and Publishers Network. I added a few talking points used in courses I gave at the University of North Florida and presentations to various writers groups and Florida Writers Association chapters.
In it we’ll examine issues that you should consider before starting to write, during the writing phase, and after publishing a book. We’ll cover reasons for writing, enhancing your creativity, keeping up in your field and those of others, how to be prolific, collaborating with a colleague and multiple colleagues, the care and feeding of character bibles to ensure continuity, the two main types of publishing, dealing with marketing, and polishing your skills as a presenter. Alas, none of this is the fun part—writing—but is absolutely essential to your success if you want to go beyond writing for just yourself.
There are lots of books that cover marketing, social media, and financial issues, so I’ll protect your time and won’t plow the same ground.
