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Let's Run the Numbers
Twin Cities Book Festival Edition
Nov 10
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Behind the Publisher's Desk
Managing cover design while editing upcoming titles
Nov 6
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The Next Chapter
Going all the way with History Through Fiction
Nov 2
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October 2025
Showing Up: On the Joys and Realities of Small-Town Book Events
Last week, I traveled to Wichita, Kansas, to help author Jillian Forsberg celebrate the launch of her novel The Porcelain Menagerie. This is Jillian’s…
Oct 26
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Behind the Publisher's Desk
Inside the life of an indie publisher
Oct 19
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10:43
Let's Bee Friends
Last weekend, I had the privilege of attending the Decatur Book Festival as an exhibitor for my press, History Through Fiction. The festival was…
Oct 10
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Empowering Women Writers: A Conversation with Liisa Kovala
In this episode of Behind the Publisher’s Desk, host Colin Mustful chats with Finnish-Canadian author and book coach Liisa Kovala.
Oct 9
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From Hustle to Profit: Strategizing for Sustainable Publishing
In this episode of Behind the Publisher’s Desk, Colin Mustful shares his journey of transitioning from a growth-focused mindset to building a…
Oct 1
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September 2025
Rejection Sucks
Rejection sucks.
Sep 23
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Beyond Growth: Building a Steady Future for History Through Fiction
In this episode of Fictional Footnotes, host Colin Mustful shares a behind-the-scenes look at his life as a publisher, entrepreneur, and soon-to-be…
Sep 16
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Goodbye to the Security Blanket: Twenty Years of Work, and What Comes Next
For those of you who’ve been following me on Substack these past nine months, I have big news: I’ve officially resigned from my position as General…
Sep 12
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One Step at a Time: What Running Taught Me About Writing, Work, and Recovery
I’ve always said, “If you can run a marathon, you can write a novel.” And vice versa.
Sep 8
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