At Written Word Media, we’re all about helping authors connect with their ideal readers, and that starts with having real audience insights into who those readers are. So, we surveyed thousands of ...
Every year, we ask readers about how and why they read. It’s one of our favorite projects, because it gives us a direct line into the hearts and habits of the people who keep the reading world turn...
Check out this quick recap of Kindle Unlimited royalties trends and how this is affecting authors’ earnings.
Being an indie author in 2026 means you wear a lot of hats: writer, marketer, bookkeeper, social media manager, and probably part-time barista (for yourself). If your to-do list looks more like a t...
This article explores the most important 2026 author trends affecting indie and traditionally published authors, including trust, AI in publishing, reader experience, discovery, and author sovereig...
Let’s start with a simple truth: books with reviews sell more copies. It’s not magic, it’s marketing. And it’s called social proof—a concept rooted in psychology and baked into consumer behavior...
Copy editing is a key stage of manuscript preparation. It comes after developmental editing, which ensures your story and structure are sound; now, during the copy edit, your editor will refine you...
Let’s face it: for most authors, the word “branding” feels like it belongs in a boardroom, not a writing nook. It conjures images of color palettes, social media trends, and soul-sucking efforts...
The top writing, publishing, and marketing trends shaping self publishing for authors in 2024.
Your inbox should be a place of encouragement - reader notes, publishing updates, and real opportunities to grow your author career. But increasingly, authors are opening their inboxes to something...
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