Prickle Forrest Books By Christina Benchoff May 5, 2026 Week 6 YouTube YouTube for Authors: Is It Worth the Time and Camera Nerves? Let’s address the hesitation right away: “YouTube sounds like… a lot.” And you’re not wrong. It’s not the fastest platform.It’s not the easiest to start.And yes—it does take more effort than postingContinue reading “YouTube for Authors: Is It Worth the Time and Camera Nerves?”
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Is X Worth It for Authors Anymore? A No-Fluff Guide
Prickle Forrest Books By Christina Benchoff May 12, 2026 Week 5 X — Formerly Twitter Is X Worth It for Authors Anymore? A No-Fluff Guide Let’s just go ahead and ask the question: Is it even worth being on X anymore? Short answer: It depends.Long answer: It depends on what you want out of it.Continue reading “Is X Worth It for Authors Anymore? A No-Fluff Guide”
Pinterest for Authors: The Secret Marketing Tool You’re Probably Ignoring
Prickle Forrest Books By Christina Benchoff April 28, 2026 Week 4 Pinterest Pinterest for Authors: The Secret Marketing Tool You’re Probably Ignoring Let’s start with a little reality check: Pinterest is not social media in the way you think it is. It’s not about going viral overnight.It’s not about constant posting.And it’s definitely not aboutContinue reading “Pinterest for Authors: The Secret Marketing Tool You’re Probably Ignoring”
Should Authors Be on TikTok? A Real Talk Guide to BookTok
Prickle Forrest Books By Christina Benchoff April 14, 2026 Week 3 – TikTok Should Authors Be on TikTok? A Real Talk Guide to BookTok Let’s just say what everyone’s thinking: “Do I really have to get on TikTok now?” Short answer: No.Better answer: Maybe—but not in the way you think. TikTok (aka BookTok in theContinue reading “Should Authors Be on TikTok? A Real Talk Guide to BookTok”
Instagram for Authors: Building a Brand Readers Actually Remember
Prickle Forrest Books By Christina Benchoff April 14, 2026 Week 3 – Instagram Instagram for Authors: Building a Brand Readers Actually Remember Let’s clear something up right away: Instagram is not just pretty pictures and latte foam art. It’s a branding powerhouse—and if you use it right, it can turn casual scrollers into loyal, investedContinue reading “Instagram for Authors: Building a Brand Readers Actually Remember”
Why Facebook Still Works for Authors (Yes, Really)
Prickle Forrest Books Why Facebook Still Works for Authors (Yes, Really) By Christina Benchoff March 31, 2026 Week 1 – Facebook Let’s address the elephant in the room: “Isn’t Facebook… kind of dead?” Short answer: No.Long answer: Not even close—especially if you’re an author. While newer platforms get all the buzz, Facebook quietly continues toContinue reading “Why Facebook Still Works for Authors (Yes, Really)”
A Beginner’s Guide to Social Media Platforms
March 2026 By Christina Benchoff Let’s start with a truth bomb:You do not need to be everywhere on social media. In fact, trying to show up on every platform at once is the fastest way to burn out, get frustrated, and quietly fade off into the sunset. At Prickle Forrest Books, we believe social mediaContinue reading “A Beginner’s Guide to Social Media Platforms”
2025 Publishing Highlights: Why Indie Authors Had a Breakout Year
Prickle Forrest Books 2025 year end review on indie authors and publishing.
Prickle Forrest Books: Holiday Christmas Book Sale
CHRISTMAS SALE Merry Christmas Whiskey By Chrissy Hartmann Twelve days… One small-stubborn town… and maybe just — maybe a second chance at love. • Sweet Christmas Holiday Novella • Clean Western Holiday Romance • Second Chance Romance • Forced Proximity Romance • Small-Town Christmas Romance CHRISTMAS Novella SALE *Ends January 1st https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=aHMC65wW0xaGxn2OOGDFLOiWvHTaujeaF4R4JDLnzRl Prickle Forrest BooksContinue reading “Prickle Forrest Books: Holiday Christmas Book Sale”
Prickle Forrest Books: Holidays in the Heartland: Ohio Christmas Tales Author Update 10
Prickle Forrest Books Holidays in the Heartland Ohio Christmas Tales ******* Sleigh Watch By R.W. Schultz Christmas Tale Ten ******* R.W. Schultz has dedicated over 10 years to working on his adventure/sci-fi novel. Learning the basics of writing in the process of shaping a novel has meant many revisions along the way. Several life eventsContinue reading “Prickle Forrest Books: Holidays in the Heartland: Ohio Christmas Tales Author Update 10”
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