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Stay updated with the latest news and upcoming events at Duck Book Writers

Upcoming Events

FEATURED EVENT
1000+ Librarians & Professionals
Reg. Deadline: May 10, 2026

2026 American Library Association Annual Conference

June 26-29, 2026
Display Copy Deadline - May 17, 2026
Chicago, IL

Join us at the American Library Association Annual Conference to showcase our publishing services and connect with librarians nationwide.

FEATURED EVENT
400+ Librarians & Professionals
Reg. Deadline: Sep 13, 2026

2026 California Library Association

October 21-23, 2026
Display Copy Deadline - Sep 20, 2026
Riverside, CA

Join us at the California Library Association conference to showcase our publishing services and connect with West Coast librarians.

FEATURED EVENT
400+ Teachers & Educators
Reg. Deadline: Oct 18, 2026

2026 National Council Teachers of English

November 20-23, 2026
Display Copy Deadline - Oct 25, 2026
Philadelphia, PA

Join us at the National Council Teachers of English conference to showcase our educational publishing services and connect with educators nationwide.

Latest News

Company NewsFebruary 10, 2025

Duck Book Writers Expands Services to Include Audio Book Production

We're excited to announce our new audio book production services, helping authors reach wider audiences through audio formats.

Author SuccessJanuary 28, 2025

Local Author Judith Hobson Celebrates Book Launch Success

Judith Hobson's memoir 'An Old Little Lady' has gained recognition in the local community, with strong sales and positive reader feedback since its publication.

PartnershipsJanuary 28, 2025

New Partnership with Major Book Distributors

Duck Book Writers has formed strategic partnerships with leading book distributors to expand our authors' reach globally.

From our blog

Tips on writing, publishing, and reaching readers — new articles appear here as we publish them.

How to Self-Publish on Amazon KDP in 2026: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Want to self-publish your book on Amazon KDP in 2026? This complete step-by-step guide covers account setup, manuscript formatting, cover design, pricing, keywords, and how to maximize visibility and royalties on the world's largest book marketplace.

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How to Write a Book in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide for First-Time Authors

Ready to write your first book but don't know where to start? This step-by-step guide covers everything from choosing your idea and building an outline to writing your first draft, editing, and publishing in 2026.

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How to Hire a Ghostwriter in 2026: Complete Guide, Pricing & What to Expect

Thinking about hiring a ghostwriter for your book? This complete guide covers how ghostwriting works, what it costs, how to find the right writer, and what questions to ask before signing a contract.

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How to Get Your Book Published in 2026: A Complete Guide for First-Time Authors

Learn how to get your book published in 2026 — from manuscript editing and cover design to choosing the right publishing path, distribution strategy, and book marketing tactics that drive real sales.

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Book Marketing Plan for New Authors: Practical Steps to Get More Book Sales

Build a practical book marketing plan with audience targeting, launch timing, content promotion, and review strategy to increase consistent book sales.

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Self-Publishing Checklist: 10 Steps First-Time Authors Should Follow

Use this self-publishing checklist to prepare your manuscript, design your book, set pricing, choose distribution channels, and launch with confidence.

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Why Professional Book Editing Is Essential Even with AI Writing Tools

AI can speed up drafting, but professional book editing is still critical for clarity, structure, voice consistency, and reader trust.

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Audiobook Publishing Strategy: How Authors Can Reach More Readers in 2026

A smart audiobook publishing strategy helps authors increase discoverability, access new audiences, and build stronger multi-format book sales.

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