You’re almost ready to self-publish your book. You’ve written, revised, and touched up the manuscript. But if you’re like most writers, it’s hard to know when to stop tinkering and move on to the next step. If you worry too much about getting it exactly right,...
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...
5 Self-Published Books That Were Made Into Movies | Self-Publishing Relief
It's a self-published author's dream come true: Imagine having enough faith in your story that you take the leap and self-publish— and then your book not only flies off the shelves, it's turned into a cinematic piece of art! We at Self-Publishing Relief know...
5 Golden Rules Of Marketing Your Self-Published Book
For a self-published author, marketing may seem like a daunting task—it's at least half the work of self-publishing! And it is important, because the effectiveness of your marketing strategy will ultimately make or break your book sales. With a quick Internet search,...
4 Writers Associations For Indie Authors
While self-publishing your book can be very exciting and fulfilling, it can also be a bit overwhelming and lonely. Thankfully, there are writers groups for independent authors that can offer you support and advice as you make your way through the twists and turns of...
How Other Self-Published Authors Can Help Sell Your Book
A self-published author must wear many hats: writer, editor, proofreader, and, ultimately—book marketer. But, while you may know your way around plot lines and punctuation, most writers don't know the first thing about selling their book. A smart way to maximize your...
6 Ways To Get Your Self-Published Book Stocked In Brick-And-Mortar Bookstores
Ever wonder why self-published books are rarely stocked in brick-and-mortar bookstores? It doesn’t necessarily have anything to do with the quality of the writing. Instead, it has to do with risk. When a bookseller fails to sell a book supplied by a traditional...
Interview With A Hybrid Author: Jayme Beddingfield
Self-Publishing Relief asks authors about their self-publishing experiences and their secrets to successfully boosting book sales. Jayme Beddingfield has been crafting stories since her third-grade assignment to write her own fairy tale. She prefers to work from the...
The Importance Of Book Trailers For Self-Published Authors
The success of your self-published book will ultimately be determined by your ability to rise above the competition and grab the attention of your potential buyers. And let's face it—with all the books currently on the market, there are a lot of titles competing for...
Book A Book Signing! Get More Speaking Gigs To Promote Your Self-Published Book
For both traditionally published and self-published authors, the best way to hand-sell books is to coordinate book signings with other events: seminars, readings, lectures. But successfully landing a speaking gig takes some preparation. Here are the steps you’ll need...
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