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A sweet spot between traditional and self-publishing

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Author Planet Overview

Welcome to Author Planet!


We bring you three decades of executive-level experience in book publishing and marketing. If we don’t have your answer, we’ll find someone who does.
Who Runs the Planet?

Some of our services are available a la carte. Others require a little back and forth. (All estimates are free.) All work requires deposits. On our pricing pages you’ll find answers to “how much?” and “how to?”
Case Studies


Areas of Expertise

Concept Clarification

Nail down your hook. Add thrills to your thriller, mystery to your mystery, structure to your proposal. Talk to us.

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Project Analysis

Is your concept ready for the market? Do you need an expert opinion? Learn more.

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Platform Analysis

We’ll dissect your current online presence, and provide clear recommendations for best next steps. Get Quote.

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On-Call Coach

Branding, writing, selling, publishing–everything is intertwined in today’s publishing biz. We’re your one-stop-expert-shop. View details.

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Self-Publish or Not?

Expert advice to guide you down your own the best path to publication. Learn more.

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Basic Branding Roadmap

We’ll work with you to find your brand, and draft a clear action plan you can use to get you to the next level. Learn more.

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Social Media Setup

We’ll help you brand yourself and then set it all up for you. We’ll train you if you like, or you can hire us to keep it fresh and growing. Get quote.

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Website Development

Whether you go all-out with a daily blog or just want a place to be found, we’ll create a brilliant online impression. View examples.

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Blog Bugs and Tweet Control

We craft, draft and post your social media on a weekly basis. Think of us as your Jewish Marketing Mother. (Yes, we’re trademarking it: “Jewish Mother Marketing.” Like it? Get quote.

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Query & Manuscript Critiques

Detailed, professional critiques for writers who have exhausted the free resources, and keep hitting walls. Learn more.

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Wiki to Web: Short Writing

Any short writing project needing a little pizzazz, positioning or professionalism. Learn more.

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Intensive Writing and Editing

As time and personnel allow; we’ll work with you or consult with you to find a great ghostwriter, editor or book doctor. Get quote.

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Campaign Management

From blog tours to giveaways to discounts to newsletters, we craft and run marketing campaigns in whole and in part. Talk to us.

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Author Planet Products

Uncommonly useful tools for writers, many in development. Many free; some paid. instructional, in books and products for writers. 

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Publishing Startup?

We can help you determine whether your concept is viable, and how to brand, structure and budget. Talk with us.

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Books as Brands

Corporation or public speaker? Let us build the book that will increase your market authority. Talk with us.

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Contract Negotiation

We know our way around book contracts (although we’re not attorneys); we’ve negotiated hundreds from both sides of the publishing divide. Talk with us.

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Freebies

Answers to quick questions, informative white papers, promotional tools–lots of useful stuff at the click of a link.

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We Help You Get It Done


Here your writing comes first–however you wish to publish it.
So relax.
Breathe in the civilized atmosphere on Author Planet.
Let us guide you through this brave new publishing world.


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General Advice

Praise

Jody is beyond AWESOME! (more)
Mark Kistler
Kudos to Jody! She provided the substance and valuable information we sought. Jody has such an open, upfront approach; it was perfect for our casual atmosphere. (more)
Bonnie F. McCune
Jody actually takes the time to digest and understand what it is the writer is attempting to do before offering well thought out input. She has a more creative “big picture” mindset than most. (more)
Joe Lieberman
Jody has a gift for communicating in a clear, authoritative, engaging way that inspires trust and affection. (more)
Michael Larsen
Thanks to (Author Planet), I have been able to serve as the force behind several events that have resulted in change for good…(more)
Trisha Pritikin
Jody is the consummate professional; she’s creative, a pleasure to deal with and her knowledge of book publishing is profound. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough. (more)
Madeleine Morel
Working editorially with Jody Rein and her team at Author Planet is like getting a graduate degree in writing… (more)
Timothy Ashby
Jody gives thoughtful and thorough assessments, a value to me, and I appreciate it. I take her words to heart.  (more)
Bill Nesbit
Jody strives for the best, sets the bar high, and encourages others to do the same. Her success in the world of book publishing reflects her high standards. She knows the business inside and out–and her clients benefit! (more)
Dr. Lucy Spelman
Jody’s suggestions are clear and concise, and effectively point me in the direction I need to go with my project. I’ve had a most instructive and enjoyable time working with her! (more)
Louise Hauck

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Publishing News

Writing a book? Confused about publishing options? Need a marketing plan? Don’t miss the 7th annual Nonfiction Writers Conference—a virtual event unlike any other.

Join 15 top speakers May 3-5, 2017 from the comfort of your home or office. For details and registration got to NonfictionWritersConference.com.

Note: This is an affiliate link. Jody knows and respects the people who run this conference.

RSS General News

  • Penguin Random House Audio Acquires Playaway Products February 2, 2023
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Self-Publishing News

RSS Self-pub news from PW

  • “The Plan Was Never to Publish” January 27, 2023
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  • Cover Redesign: 'Book of Days' by Douglas Bullis January 27, 2023
    Michelle Argyle at Melissa Williams Design reimagines the cover of 'Book of Days' by Douglas Bullis.
  • New Titles from Self-Publishers: January 2023 January 27, 2023
    Booksellers, publishers, librarians, and agents are encouraged to look at the 49 self-published titles below.

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  • What is a Preface? (Answers to Your 6 Most Common Questions) January 30, 2023
    Sometimes, it’s important to refresh your knowledge of the basic parts of a book. It might not be glamorous or exciting, but it’s an essential part of making sure your book contains everything a reader expects. One example of these plain but essential basic elements is the preface of a book. What exactly is it, […]
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  • Front Matter: Organizing the Beginning of Your Book January 30, 2023
    Self-Publishing Basics: How to Organize Your Book's Front Matter includes a checklist of front matter items.
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Author Planet, Jody Rein News

Looking forward to the upcoming 2018 San Francisco Writers conference February 14-17, 2018. Jody will be teaching many classes, and offering free coaching sessions.

Hey, hey, teaching again at the wonderful 2018 Willamette Writers Conference, August 2-5 in Portland, Oregon. This time taught a SIX HOUR Query Master workshop–super fun!

Jody is doing the morning keynnote for theCastle Rock Writers Conference 2018, in October, in Castle Rock, Colorado.

Jody was interviewed by Stephanie Chandler in a teleseminar for the Nonfiction Authors Association on April 13, 2016.

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