Winning accolades and awards can help your self-published book stand out from the competition and boost your sales. And you may be surprised by the number of prestigious awards available for self-published books. But could a self-published book actually win…a...
How The Right Call To Action Can Sell More Books | Self-Publishing Relief
Lights…camera…action! A marketing “call to action” is in many ways similar to that well-known command shouted out by Hollywood film crews. A call to action puts the spotlight on your self-published book, focuses your potential buyers’ attention, and convinces them to...
How AI Can Help Design Your Book Cover | Self-Publishing Relief
If you’re preparing to self-publish your book, you probably have ideas for your cover design. Your vision for the perfect book cover may be something as minimalist as a distinctive typeface on a solid background or as elaborate as a flying dragon on another planet....
How To Use Amazon Ads To Sell Your Book ǀ Self-Publishing Relief
You may have written the greatest book of all time—but if readers (aka buyers!) don’t know it exists, you won’t make any sales. Fortunately, there are ways to get the word out about your self-published book that won’t break the bank: Announcements on your social media...
7 Self-Publishing Events You Shouldn’t Miss | Self-Publishing Relief
Before self-publishing a book, it’s important to carefully research and gather information so that you know what to expect and how to make the best choices. At Self-Publishing Relief, we know one of the best ways to learn more about self-publishing is to attend an...
How To Soft Launch Your Self-Published Book ǀ Self-Publishing Relief
Before you self-publish your book, it’s important to have a launch plan ready to go. This might include a publicized book launch event, a contest, social media blitzes, and more. At Self-Publishing Relief, our marketing experts know there’s a less common tactic that...
Cover Design Trends For Poetry Collections ǀ Self-Publishing Relief
Every genre has specific cover cues readers look for, and a self-published poetry collection is no exception. At Self-Publishing Relief, we know readers will expect your poetry book cover to display a unique spirit based on the collection’s theme. Yet, as your...
5 Signs You’ve Written A Marketable Book ǀ Self-Publishing Relief
Updated May 2023 Whether you’re traditionally published or are self-publishing your novel, memoir, or self-help book, the marketing tasks will be your responsibility. Most books can be marketed fairly well with the right amount of time, effort, and creativity, but the...
3 Ways Self-Publishing Beats Traditional Publishing | Self-Publishing Relief
For many years, being published by one of the big-name publishing houses was the ultimate goal for book authors. And traditional publishing still offers writers many perks, including no out-of-pocket costs, brand name recognition, access to industry professionals, and...
Why Designing Your Own Book Cover Is A Bad Idea | Self-Publishing Relief
If you’re self-publishing your novel, memoir, or self-help book and you’re on a tight budget, you might be tempted to cut costs by designing your own book cover. While this may seem like a great way to save money, it can actually have a negative impact on your book’s...
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