Audience Insights: Everything You Wanted to Know About Our Readers

February 2, 2026

At Written Word Media, we’re all about helping authors connect with their ideal readers, and that starts with having real… Read More

KDP Dashboard Explained: What to Watch and What to Ignore

January 31, 2026

Your KDP dashboard is a powerful publishing tool, but not every chart or number deserves your daily attention. This guide… Read More

Top Author Trends in 2026: Part II

January 20, 2026

Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube About the Episode: Ricci and Ferol wrap up their 2026 book industry trends… Read More

How to Get Organized in 2026: Growing Your Author Business Without Losing Your Mind

January 15, 2026

Being an indie author in 2026 means you wear a lot of hats: writer, marketer, bookkeeper, social media manager, and… Read More

2026 Author Trends You Need to Know

January 6, 2026

This article explores the most important 2026 author trends affecting indie and traditionally published authors, including trust, AI in publishing,… Read More

Top Author Trends in 2026: Part 1

January 6, 2026

Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube About the Episode: It's December which means it’s also trends season – you’ve… Read More

Social Proof Sells Books: How to Get and Use Reader Reviews Strategically

December 23, 2025

Let’s start with a simple truth: books with reviews sell more copies. It’s not magic, it’s marketing. And it’s called… Read More

How to Work With a Copy Editor on Your Book

December 19, 2025

Copy editing is a key stage of manuscript preparation. It comes after developmental editing, which ensures your story and structure… Read More

Author Branding for Self-Published Authors: How to Build a Brand Readers Love (Without Feeling Icky About It)

December 19, 2025

Let’s face it: for most authors, the word “branding” feels like it belongs in a boardroom, not a writing nook.… Read More