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...
8 Myths About Self-Publishing—Debunked | Self-Publishing Relief
Ever since Amazon dropped the price of a Kindle to under $100 in 2010, self-publishing has been a great way for authors to bring their books to the world. Yet, despite a decade of exponential growth and rising influence, myths about self-publishing still persist. If...
Self-Publishing: Why Your “Last Resort” Could Be The Beginning Of Something Amazing (True Stories!)
If you’re feeling discouraged because no traditional venues have shown interest in publishing your book, cheer up! You may consider self-publishing to be your last resort, but why not look at it as a great opportunity? Think of the possibilities! 4 Great Things That...
Bragging Tips for Self-Published Authors
Successfully self-publishing your book is no simple feat. You spend months (maybe years) crafting the perfect story. Then comes proofing, editing, formatting, book cover choices, ISBN decisions, and much more. You'll probably drink way too much coffee and lose too...
Where Are All The Readers For Your Self-Published Book? Find Out.
Your self-published book is finally available for sale—hooray! But instead of swimming in book orders, your sales report looks like a barren desert wasteland. Now what? You need to prime the pump and market your book to get your name out there and connect with...
5 Self-Publishing Secrets Nobody Tells You
As you sit twiddling your thumbs, waiting months for that agent to get back to you—or perhaps papering your office walls with yet another rejection letter—you might start to seriously consider taking the self-publishing route. The idea of actually getting your book...
The 3 Cornerstones To Self-Publishing Success
How is publishing success measured? The obvious answer is—book sales! To accomplish this goal, you need the solid support of three important components: a book people want to read; professional production quality; and smart promotion. This is true whether you...
Do Self-Published Authors Need Websites?
Having an author website is essential to any writing career—especially if you are a self-published author! These days, when even traditionally published authors receive less marketing and publicity support, self-published authors will find that promotion is at least...
Self-Publishing Motivation In Motion!
Self-publishing your project takes a lot of hard work, and sometimes it's all too easy to lose sight of your ultimate goal—getting your book out there for readers! But if you're starting to lose your self-publishing spark, here are a few fun boosts of motivational...
Is Self-Publishing Right For You? A Quiz From Self-Publishing Relief
Recently, more writers than ever have been choosing to self-publish their novels and memoirs. Dramatic changes in the publishing industry have allowed self-publishing to overcome its former stigma and become one of the most popular ways for authors to achieve their...
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