Category: Self-publishing

  • A Quick Guide to Graphics and Copyright

    A Quick Guide to Graphics and Copyright

    —

    by

    Admin
    in ,

    Graphics and publishing go hand-in-hand. As an author, you will need to use images on your cover. You can also use images for chapter headers, section breaks, or figures inside your book. But how do you know if you have the legal rights to use the images you choose? In this post, we talk about…

  • Building a Unique Distribution Network

    Building a Unique Distribution Network

    —

    by

    Admin
    in ,

    As a self-published author Congratulations! You’ve completed your first book! Now comes the challenge: self-publishing. Where will you post it for online distribution? There are many places to sell your book online, but where should you start? What should you consider before deciding which sites to use? Is it better to cast a wide distribution…

  • Yes, Readers Judge Your Book by Its Cover

    Yes, Readers Judge Your Book by Its Cover

    —

    by

    Admin
    in , ,

    It’s a cruel twist of irony. Your book’s cover is the first thing potential readers see before they decide to buy your book, making it the most effective marketing tool you have. Your book cover should convey your book’s theme and genre at a glance. It should also look like you’ve put time and care…

  • The Process of Self-Publishing

    —

    by

    Admin
    in ,

    including how to format and upload a book to Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing or other platforms Self-publishing has become a popular option for authors in recent years, allowing them to bypass traditional publishing routes and take control of their own work. However, the process of self-publishing can be daunting, especially for those who are not…

  • Maximizing your reach: the importance of marketing for self-published authors

    —

    by

    Admin
    in , ,

    1. Introduction As a self-published author, it is essential to understand how important marketing is when it comes to the success of your book. Though it can be tempting to focus only on the writing and publishing process, your book may struggle to reach its audience and achieve the sales you desire without a strong…

  • 15 Free Book Promo Sites

    —

    by

    Admin
    in , ,

    Author and EMSA founder Elise Abram writes about her experiences selling her latest novel, I Was, Am, Will Be Alice in a post sharing 15 promotional sites she’s found on which you can post your books for free. Check out the list at http://eliseabram.com/15-free-book-promo-sites/ I’m on the book promo path again. Newly edited, my last book,…

  • To Self- or Indie-Pub? The Pros and Cons

    —

    by

    Admin
    in

    Self-publishing your books is easier today than ever before. Sites like Amazon and KoboBooks allow authors to post directly to their online sales catalogues. Other sites, like CreateSpace and Lulu, are one-stop shops that allow authors to post their work and have it distributed to affiliate sites including Amazon, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, and iBooks.…