Pre-orders can be helpful for your self-publishing strategy, setting the stage for a strong book launch.

The period following Christmas and heading into the New Year presents unique opportunities and challenges for advertising books,...

Our desire to hit specific timelines often causes us authors to overlook the importance of fully preparing our books before hitting...

If you’re a indie author like me, doing everything we “need to do” is far from possible.

Navigating the publishing industry can be daunting, especially for new authors who may be vulnerable to vanity press scams. To safeguard you

The dream of becoming a published author entices hundreds of thousands of creative authors every year. However, the path to publication...

Alright. Here we go, jumping into a subject that isn't only hard to write, it's hard to act upon in healthy ways.

As an aspiring author, it’s tempting to build your network as fast as possible so you can become an overnight influencer who sells ten...

In the vast realm of publishing, where your words are your brand, your author bio is your offer of friendship.

As an indie author, you're in control. This comes with pros and cons. One of the positives is that you can revise your works even after...

Have you ever dreamed of amplifying your book's readership? Then, consider stepping into the realm of podcasting! Among other things,...

This industry can be daunting, especially for new authors who may be vulnerable to vanity press scams. To safeguard your work and financial

Okay, here comes a major hurdle for many, Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), your most important tool for becoming a published...

Being an indie author is a bit like being a parent, nurturing your literary offspring, and sending them out into the world.

One of the most critical and difficult aspects of selling our books is an enticing blurb or description.

Indie authors are always on the quest to uncover the secrets of creating a book cover that not only makes you happy but attracts readers.

This post is for my fellow self-publishing tycoons and literary architects considering whether to set up a personal company under which...

Time to discuss one of the most dreaded subjects for many indie authors, money. How much does it cost to publish? How can you save money?

Good day, fellow DIY authors! Let’s take a shortcut through the labyrinth that is ISBNs, which are like your book's international passport.

Fellow "worders", poets, and authority types, I’m here to guide you through it.