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MRM Project Feature: Hazelnut, It’s Time to Get Up! Publishing Project

Julia Erman is a wife, mother, speaker, and advocate with the mission of helping families build compassion and understanding around disability. As a mother to two children affected by a rare genetic disorder, Julia found herself not only navigating the everyday realities of special needs parenting, but also noticing something bigger—a lack of language and confidence many people feel when talking about disability with children.

That gap is what led her to write. Her first book, Hazelnut, It’s Time to Get Up, tells her daughter’s story with warmth and hope, and has become a meaningful resource for parents, educators, and caregivers.

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Write with Purpose: How to Define the Message and Mission Behind Your Book

You can have the best writing schedule, the most beautiful outline, and a compelling book idea . . . and still find yourself stuck. Not because you lack calling or talent, but because you’re trying to write without clear direction.

When the deeper purpose of a book isn’t clearly defined, the writing process can start to feel like wandering. Chapters drift. Ideas multiply. Doubt creeps in. You may find yourself wondering if the message really matters or whether you’re the right person to write it.

When you can answer both, your writing gains direction.

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6 Steps to Begin Building Your Platform as a First-Time Author

For many first-time authors, the phrase build your platform can feel overwhelming, especially when it’s often framed as a race for followers, visibility, or constant online presence.

Here’s the truth:
A strong author platform is built on clarity, ownership, and connection—not noise.

Before you market a book, you need a foundation that reflects your voice, serves your readers, and supports your long-term publishing goals.

The good news? You don’t need to do everything at once. You just need to begin—intentionally.

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Top 5 Best Tips for Publishing a Bestseller

Publishing a book is an exciting milestone—and in today’s publishing landscape, authors have more opportunities than ever to bring their work to life independently, professionally, and with intention.

Whether you’re publishing under your own imprint or partnering with a publisher, success no longer hinges on doing everything alone. Instead, it’s about making informed decisions, investing wisely, and surrounding yourself with the right support.

Here are our top five tips for publishing a best-seller, refreshed to reflect today’s publishing realities.

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Seven Simple Ways to Self-Edit Your Own Work

Self-editing is one of the most valuable skills a writer can develop. Before your manuscript reaches a professional editor or your audience, taking the time to refine your own work demonstrates professionalism and respect for your craft. Self-editing sharpens your ideas, clarifies your message, eliminates distracting errors, and strengthens your voice. It transforms a rough draft into a polished piece that communicates effectively.

While professional editing remains essential, thorough self-editing ensures you present your best work and maximizes the value you receive from professional editorial services.

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Three Main Types of Content Edits & the Differences Between Them

Many writers assume that “editing” is just one quick step in the publishing process—something to check off before release. In reality, editing is a multi-layered, intentional process that shapes the quality, clarity, and impact of every written piece.

Each serves a distinct role and comes at a different stage in the journey from draft to publication. To better understand how the process unfolds, let’s take a closer look at the three main types of edits our team provides—and how each one builds on the last to refine your message for excellence.

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