The self-publishing industry is constantly evolving, and at Self-Publishing Relief, we know it’s not easy to keep up with all the latest trends, technologies, and titles. A great way to stay on top of self-publishing industry changes and tips is to use one of the most...
5 Signs You’re Ready To Self-Publish A Short Story Collection | Self-Publishing Relief
The decision to self-publish a short story collection is not an easy one to make. Are you really prepared? Is it worth your time and effort? Is it the right choice for your career? At Self-Publishing Relief, our experts know there are certain signs to watch for that...
How To Connect With Other Indie Writers Online And In Person | Self-Publishing Relief
The writing life can be lonely. For months and sometimes years, it’s just you, your characters, and your story. And if you’re an indie writer who has decided to publish your own book, you have the additional burden of climbing a daunting learning curve about...
15 Weird Words Self-Published Authors Should Know | Self-Publishing Relief
ASIN? ISBN? Self-Publishing terminology may seem like a weird foreign language to writers who haven’t run the gauntlet of publishing their books. But if you don’t know a blurb from a bleed—don’t worry! The experts at Self-Publishing Relief are ready to translate. Here...
Self-Publishing A Novella? Here’s What You Need To Know | Self-Publishing Relief
Writers usually avoid novellas because traditional publishers usually aren’t interested in these shorter works. A publishing house can’t make the same profit on a novella that it would with a full-length novel—which is why literary agents prefer not to handle...
Finding The Right Stock Artwork For Your Self-Published Book Cover Design | Self-Publishing Relief
When it comes to cover art design, stock artwork (aka images created for licensing to anybody who needs them for commercial or private purposes) can be a self-published writer’s best friend. Because stock art isn’t created for one particular customer, it can be...
Authors: How To Find A Self-Publishing Mentor | Self-Publishing Relief
January 13 is “Make Your Dreams Come True Day,” and one of the smartest ways to achieve your dream of becoming a published author is to get that novel, memoir, or poetry chapbook of yours out the door and into the hands of readers! If you’ve decided to take charge of...
10 Reasons Self-Publishing Is The Best Gift You Can Give Your Book | Self-Publishing Relief
At Self-Publishing Relief, we truly understand how frustrating it can be to get your book published the traditional way. Your novel may languish for years before finding a home with a publisher—if ever. You may consider self-publishing a last resort, but taking charge...
How To Optimize Your Amazon Page To Increase Self-Published Book Sales
Due to the many great opportunities self-publishing offers, the number of books being published or republished each year has exploded. As a result, it has become increasingly difficult for an author to raise his or her profile amid all the chatter and competition. So...
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