Measuring Success Through Author Income
[Approximate Reading Time : 4 mins] In the past, success in self-publishing was often gauged based on the reputation and critical review of a book. More recently, author income has become a standard way to measure the success of an author and publishing firm. Discover how this new model has affected the way authors and […]
Write What Appeals to Your Intended Audience
[Approximate Reading Time : 4 mins] Boring writing doesn’t sell. Whether you’re starting your first book or the next exciting addition in a long series of novels, it’s essential to find a topic that appeals to your intended audience. Learn how to publish your book today by starting with an engaging topic. Select an Audience […]
Mistakes To Avoid in Self-Publishing
[Approximate Reading Time : 4 mins] It doesn’t matter if you’re a new author or an experienced one moving from the world of traditional publishing to self-publishing, there’s going to be a learning curve. Before releasing your first eBook, it helps to check out what’s been tried, to make sure you aren’t repeating mistakes other […]
5 Tips for Indie Authors
[Approximate Reading Time : 4 mins] Indie authors can work, write, and publish with freedom that corporately affiliated writers simply don’t enjoy. Consider these tips for getting your work to an audience and thriving as an indie writer: Leverage your freedom. You might think that the absence of a book deal or publishing contract is […]
Prep Your First Book To Hit the Shelves
[Approximate Reading Time : 4 mins] After toiling over it for ages, your first manuscript is finally complete. If you’ve made the decision to go down the self-publishing route, you might think the next step is to get your book to the masses. Before you hit the ground running too fast, you need to make […]
Building an Income Along With a Book
[Approximate Reading Time : 4 mins] Any author can attest that getting a book to the final reader is a long and time-consuming process. Getting a book market-ready takes expert know-how from an experienced publisher. If you are not affiliated with a publisher, it can be difficult to know how to get your book to […]
How To Turn a Profit From Self-Publishing
[Approximate Reading Time : 4 mins] It’s true that writing a book is a fulfilling endeavor, but it is even more rewarding if the author can turn a profit. This is certainly a good time to publish, as book sales have increased each year since 2013, according to Publishers Weekly. While many success stories already […]
Road Not Taken
[Approximate Reading Time : 4 mins] While there’s still a stigma in certain circles that self-published writers aren’t “real” writers, that attitude is quickly becoming archaic as resources like proofreading, cover design and marketing become more and more accessible. The truth is, indie writers may find helming their own book creation vastly superior to traditional […]
4 Ways To Approach Self-Publishing as a Business
[Approximate Reading Time : 4 mins] Publishing can be a lucrative business, but it is important to keep in mind before diving in that publishing is just that: a business. If you want to be successful in your endeavors, there are a few tips you need to keep in mind. Have a Plan As with […]
How To Format Content To Avoid Digital Fatigue
[Approximate Reading Time : 4 mins] e-books and e-readers have revolutionized the book business, making it easier for readers to quickly get books, and they have enabled many aspiring authors to finally realize their dreams. But people read screens all day long, whether it’s a document on a work computer or scrolling through news sites. […]