Are you a manuscript that’s been dreaming of getting self-published, but your writer is just too unsure about the process to get started? Whether you’re a memoir, novel, or collection of poetry or short stories, you deserve to get into the hands of eager readers! As a...
8 Self-Publishing Mistakes You Should Avoid │ Self-Publishing Relief
Not wanting to be at the beck and call of traditional publishing houses, many writers, both new and established, are now turning to self-publishing to get their books into the hands of their readers. Keep in mind, though, that self-publishing has many important steps...
How To Choose A Great Pen Name For Self-Publishing Your Writing | Self-Publishing Relief
You may be surprised to learn that “pen name” has its own pen names—nom de plume, literary double, alter ego, alias, and pseudonym. Whatever you call it, there are many reasons why a writer might want to use a pen name. And unlike the name you were given at birth, you...
8 Ideas for Self-Published Authors Who Are Environmentally Conscious | Self-Publishing Relief
Thanks to the digital revolution, it’s now easier than ever to be environmentally conscious as a self-published author. At Self-Publishing Relief, we know that with a little thought and effort, you can take advantage of new options for book distribution while reducing...
4 Self-Published Book Challenges Nobody Talks About | Self-Publishing Relief
At Self-Publishing Relief, we know you’ll encounter a lot of challenges during the steps of self-publishing your book. Some will be the technical tasks and sales-building efforts you typically expect: formatting, cover design, publication, marketing, and promotion....
Perfect Your Writer Autograph: Author Essentials For Signing Your Books | Self-Publishing Relief
It’s one of the most thrilling moments in a writer’s career—the first time you sign your name on a page of a book you’ve published. And while there are no formal publishing industry rules regarding book-signing etiquette, Self-Publishing Relief knows there are things...
Interview Tips For Self-Published Writers: For Blogging, Television, Newspapers, Q&A, Podcasts, and More | Self-Publishing Relief
There’s a knack to giving a good interview—and if you’re a self-published writer with a book to promote, chances are you’ll find yourself on the “Answer” side of a Q&A. Remember: The better your interview, the better your chances of scoring more interviews!...
Summer Sales Slump? Here Are Ways To Boost Summertime Self-Published Book Sales | Self-Publishing Relief
Sometimes, a midsummer drought results in drooping flowers. For writers, a midsummer drought means slumping sales. If you’ve noticed that sales of your self-published book have wilted like a parched petunia, try these summer-bump strategies. Self-Publishing Relief’s...
Tips For Creating And Marketing A Boxed Set Of Your Indie Books | Self-Publishing Relief
As a self-published author, you already know about the algorithmic boost you receive in sales and discoverability whenever you release a new indie-published book. Similar to the front-table advantage in physical bookstores, a spot on the Hot New Releases list makes...
New And Classic Cover Art Design Trends For Memoir Writers in 2023 | Self-Publishing Relief
Updated May 2023 When you self-publish your memoir, you get to select your cover art. And it’s important to accurately reflect your genre, because your book cover is your most effective point-of-purchase marketing tool! Get it right and readers will be hitting the...
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