As an independent author, one of the most important publishing decisions you will make is whether to release your book in print, ebook format or both. Each option offers unique advantages and the right choice depends on your audience, genre, budget and long-term publishing goals. When Print Books Make the Most Sense Print books remain […]
You have put in the work, spending early mornings and long nights to finish your book. The only thing left to do before publishing it is to finalize the typography and layout. While easier said than done, you will have no problems if you understand core design principles. What do you need to know to […]
Have you ever thought about diversifying your income from your book? I frequently receive questions from independent authors who want to know how they can maximize their books’ impact. But this impact doesn’t have to be limited to sales from a single book. More audiences and income streams are available to you—you just have to […]
Ever wondered why some books with a similar profile to yours outsell you? Or, have you wondered why you get a lot of people clicking through to your book from your ads but not buying? It’s more than likely your book description–or “blurb.” In an online bookstore, your blurb is basically your sales page. A […]
The Google Publisher Program allowed independent authors and small presses to sell ebooks in the Google Play bookstore. When the program was active it become a cesspool of piracy. Fake authors would sell ebooks they never wrote and publishing companies would rename all of the main characters in Harry Potter or 50 Shades of Grey and […]
Self-Publishing Formula recently released their video podcast with champion of indie author justice, David Gaughran. He discusses his start in self-publishing and his observations of the publishing industry and what this means for indie authors. David is correct to point out that the fundamentals of indie publishing have not changed much since 2011. Other topics included in this broadcast include: […]
You’ve put in the long hours… You’ve overcome writer’s block… You’ve put all your efforts into developing your newest masterpiece – your e-book. Now, you plan to sit back and watch the downloads flow in… But, wait. Do keep in mind that there is still a fair amount of work to be done – your […]
It won’t last long, the established companies won’t be happy but most of the people will. I, the content provider (= the entertainment company, like a book publishing house or a film studio or a music label), don’t trust you, my beloved customer. And I don’t want to deliver to you my content as it is. […]
A month ago, Google announced the new “Discover” feature on Google Play books. This new recommendation option is only one more reason to publish books on Google Play. As described by Android’s official blog, this new feature will give Google Play users the opportunity to discover new books thanks to suggestions based on the world’s […]
Boost your sales potential before your book hits the digital shelves. First off, warm congratulations to you for finishing your book! You’ve already accomplished the toughest part of the process. Now you’ve arrived at the final stretch: marketing your book to the world. And without the help of a publishing company to do this kind […]
