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How to Find and Work with a Book Cover Designer
We all know the phrase “Don’t judge a book by it's cover,” but let’s face it, people do. Your cover is an integral part of your book’s success, especially for indie authors who are self publishing....
The Best Podcasts for Writers
Our favorite self-publishing podcasts with descriptions of what to expect from them.
Kindle Scout: A Guide for Authors
The full report on Amazon’s Kindle Scout publishing program and how it impacted indie authors.
How to Find a Freelance Editor for Indie Authors
Self-publishers often struggle with how to find a freelance editor in their writing journeys; others wonder why they should hire one in the first place. Sound familiar to you? You’re not alone! ...
Five Holiday Marketing Trends that Authors Can Use for Book Promotion
Holiday marketing is big business. Here’s what authors should do to adjust over this time.
Four Ways to Connect With Readers During The Holiday Season
Connecting with readers can be rewarding and profitable for authors. For the Holiday Season, there are a number of trends that we think authors should consider when thinking of new ways to reach th...
2019 Author Survey: Bonus Statistics
Our 2019 Author Survey has generated some incredible discussion, and we've received a number of great follow-up questions in the comments, social media, and email. We were also curious about what e...
Author Income: How to Make a Living from Your Writing
Two years ago, we conducted a survey of authors and wrote about what authors making over $100k per year were doing. We know that many authors use those findings to inform their strategy, so we cond...
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KDP Global Fund Payouts [October 2019 Update]
Check out this quick recap of Kindle Unlimited royalties trends and how this is affecting authors’ earnings.