Why Every Author Needs a Platform (Yes, Even You)
So you’ve written a book; maybe it’s your first, maybe your fifteenth. Either way, your author platform is the secret sauce that transforms your work from:❌ “I hope someone finds this…” ✅ “I know ...
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Behind the Pen Case Study: Aleatha Romig on Finding New Readers with Consistent Visibility
Romantic suspense author Aleatha Romig shares how she uses Freebooksy, Red Feather Romance, and consistent promo stacking to boost visibility, grow her readership, and keep her backlist earning.
How to Build a Reader Funnel That Turns Casual Readers into Superfans
A strategic guide for indie authors who want to turn browsers into buyers, and fans into evangelists. You’ve written a great book (or five). You’ve even run a few promotions. Maybe you’ve starte...
Press Release: Written Word Media Partners with BookDoggy to Expand Author Reach
Written Word Media partners with BookDoggy to expand book promotion options for authors, helping indie writers reach more readers and grow their sales.
Press Release: Written Word Media Launches New Podcast to Help Authors Navigate the Business of Writing
Written Word Media launches The Written Word Podcast, a biweekly show for authors featuring book marketing tips, publishing insights, and real talk on growing a successful writing career.
Simple Tools to Streamline Your Book Marketing
We know there’s a lot of buzz about AI right now, and for good reason. AI can be a powerful tool for authors. But here’s the good news: whether you're experimenting with AI or sticking to trusted t...
Crowdfunding for Authors: How to Kickstart (Literally) Your Next Book
Discover how authors are using Kickstarter to fund books, build community, and test marketing—all with expert tips from crowdfunding pro Russell Nohelty.
What We Learned at SPS Live London 2025
The Self Publishing Show Live, aka the biggest indie author conference in Europe, made its return this year with a fresh new format and the same amazing energy it’s known for. This show has a reput...
An Indie Author’s Guide to Press Releases
You’ve written the book. You’ve polished your blurb. You might even have your launch plan sketched out. So now what? If you’re wondering whether a press release should be part of your indie author ...
Behind the Pen Case Study: Aurora Winter on the Magic of Writing and Marketing
Discover how author Aurora Winter views marketing as an essential part of the creative process, shares her approach to staying motivated, and explains why bundling email promotions works best to get her books in front of readers.