By Dirk Ebener - September 13, 2026 "The Italian Job: A Memoir of an American Reporter in Rome" by Jason Horowitz The Italian Job: A Memoir of an American Reporter in Rome is not simply an inside look at international journalism. It bursts with vibrancy and life, expressing the adventure of living and working abroad, the difficulty of adapting to a new culture, the joys and trials of raising a family far from home, and the pleasure of witnessing history unfold. What stayed w

By Dirk Ebener - August 16, 2026 Travel That Makes Sense: A New Book About the People, Food, Culture and Stories High above the Atlantic, I sit on a plane, leafing through notes gathered from years of wandering. Around me, passengers read, doze, watch movies, or simply wait for the journey’s end. But my mind drifts elsewhere, recollecting the faces I’ve met, the meals I’ve savored, the chance conversations, and those indelible moments that remain long after I’ve unpacked my b

By Dirk Ebener - August 4 2026 Just Three Months Until I Hold My First Copy The Final Miles of My Book Journey Every long journey has a point when the goal that once seemed far away suddenly feels within reach. That happened to me recently. If everything stays on track, in just three months, I’ll finally hold the first printed copy of Travel That Makes Sense. Thinking about it makes me excited, but also a bit quiet. The manuscript came together quickly, but the stories insi

By Dirk Ebener - June 16, 2026 The Silent Screen: How I Survived the Emotional Limbo of My First Professional Edit My finger hovers over the refresh button. The silence in my room feels heavy, almost like a thick fog. Every time I blink, I feel a new wave of anxiety. My story is now in someone else’s hands. The glow of my laptop reminds me of all the hours I spent on these pages, now waiting for just one decision. To stay sane during this tense wait, I make myself step ba

By Dirk Ebener – May 29, 2026 Travel Journaling Tips: How to Capture Meaningful Memories Behind the Battered Notebook: How to Keep a Travel Journal That Matters Every journey leaves a mark on you, but memories can fade quickly. If you only look at photos, you might remember what you saw but forget how you felt in those moments. One of my most valued possessions is a battered, ink-stained notebook. Its worn cover and pages, shaped by London rain, hold the real story of my

By Dirk Ebener - May 29, 2026 The Author Entrepreneur: A Suggested Guide to Managing Your Book Sales Many writers dream of turning their ideas into stories and seeing their name on a book cover. But once your first book is out, you also become a business owner. Learning how to manage book sales is what turns a hobby into a real writing career. If you do not have a clear way to track and grow your income, you will end up guessing which marketing efforts work and which do not

By Dirk Ebener - May 23, 2026 Connecting with readers at book fairs is allowing indie authors to build important personal relationships. Finishing your book is just the beginning of your journey as an author. The real challenge is connecting with readers. With so many books online and changing algorithms, it can feel tough to reach your audience. But book fairs give you a strong, often-missed chance to get noticed. Book fairs bring together people who truly love books. Inst