A curated list of resources I use in my own practice — for content marketing, PR, writing, and publishing work.
I’m selective about what I recommend. These are tools I’ve used firsthand, seen deliver real results, or know well enough to stand behind with my name. If I wouldn’t use it myself, it doesn’t appear here.
Getting Quoted and Building Media Visibility
Whether you’re trying to land media coverage for yourself or your clients, these platforms make the process faster, more targeted, and more effective than cold pitching alone.
Qwoted connects journalists with expert sources in real time. Journalists post specific requests for quotes, commentary, and interview subjects; you respond directly through the platform. It’s cleaner, faster, and less spammy than email-based alternatives like HARO — and the quality of journalist queries is consistently high.
I’ve used Qwoted both as a source (responding to journalist requests in my areas of expertise) and as a PR professional helping clients build media visibility. It’s one of the first platforms I recommend to anyone serious about earned media. The free plan is functional; the Pro plan is worth it if PR is a meaningful part of your business.
Author and Publishing Tools Worth Knowing
Archieboy Holdings operates a focused portfolio of practical tools for writers, authors, and content creators. I’m an affiliate, but more importantly, these are tools that solve real problems in the writing and publishing workflow.
A marketplace for independent and self-published ebooks and audiobooks, with instant delivery in multiple formats — PDF, EPUB, and MOBI — so readers can access content on virtually any device. Ideal for independent authors looking to sell direct, or readers who prefer DRM-free content from outside the major retail platforms.
AI-assisted memoir development that helps writers structure, develop, and draft personal narratives. Built specifically for the memoir form — not generic writing AI repurposed for long-form personal narrative.
The challenge of organizing decades of memories, experiences, and voices into a coherent narrative structure is significant. MemoirMaker.ai addresses the structural and developmental side of that challenge in a way that respects the deeply human nature of the work.
An AI-assisted book creation platform that helps authors move from idea to manuscript more efficiently — covering structure, chapter development, and drafting assistance.Paid
Affiliate disclosure: I earn a commission on purchases made through Archieboy links on this page. Full portfolio at archieboy.com.
More Recommendations Coming
I’m building this list carefully — only adding tools I’ve genuinely evaluated. Check back for additional recommendations on content creation, SEO, email marketing, and social media tools.
Have a tool you think I should evaluate? Drop me a note — I’m always interested in what practitioners are actually using.