The Preflight Books Blog
Who are Cela and Ronnie Rootz?
Cela and Ronnie Rootz write for children and their families to help them better understand what is going on in the world around them. They want children to learn that they can make a difference right where they are, no matter their age. In Southern Africa they work...
How to get Paid Your Royalties by Amazon
If you have a book on Amazon, or are planning on posting your book on Amazon , you may have noticed that Amazon won’t accept your South African bank account. Sadly, Amazon posts royalties as checks, and South African banks are in the process of phasing out checks completely. Luckily, there is an alternative to getting checks in the mail! Use the nifty service Payoneer.
Creative child authors at Preflight Books
Writing a book and having it published is no easy feat, no matter your age, but these creative child authors from Preflight Books have done just that! "This world is but a canvas for our imagination." - Henry David Thoreau These amazing and creative child authors have...
Tips to Beat Writer’s Block from our Preflight authors
At Preflight Books we know that writer’s block can seem like an insurmountable obstacle in your journey to becoming a published author. The best advice comes from those who have overcome this obstacle before. That is why we asked some of our very own Preflight Books authors to share their top tips to beat writer’s block.
Who is Tshepo Baloyi?
Tshepo Baloyi is a 23-year-old female from Pretoria. She has her Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and majored in International Relations from the University of Pretoria. Tshepo has a passion for political and social activism for women's rights and gender...
The parts of a book
How well do you know the parts of a book? Well, if you think you know what headbands, spines and signatures are, you can think again!
Ghostwriting 101: Why you should use a ghostwriter
A ghostwriter is simply a writer for hire who is paid to create content but receives none of the credit for the work produced. One of the main benefits of a ghostwriter is that you get quality content when you do not have the time or expertise to do it yourself. It is...
Where to Sell Your E-book
The six online e-book retailers where South Africans can sell their books, plus three aggregate platforms that distribute for you.
What is a Full Manuscript Assessment?
Are you an author with a manuscript just itching to be published? Are you unsure whether your manuscript is good enough to publish? The first step towards a publish-ready book is for your manuscript to undergo a full manuscript assessment. A full manuscript assessment...
What is a Preflight Books Basic Manuscript Assessment?
A basic manuscript assessment is an evaluation of the author’s manuscript. Once the assessment is complete, a quote will be sent to the author.