Whether you want to build a base of devoted fans or choose to focus on marketing your self-published debut novel, your author brand is one of your most important tools for attracting new readers. Your brand is what clinches the sale and makes readers want to follow...
5 Reasons Readers Pay More For Some Books (And How It Affects Your Self-Published Book Pricing) | Self-Publishing Relief
You’ve seen it happen: A self-published book’s asking price is less than a dollar, yet it never sells. Meanwhile, another self-published book with a heftier price tag is flying off the virtual shelf! Why are readers willing to pay more for some books than others? At...
Before You Self-Publish Your Poetry Collection: Read These FAQs | Self-Publishing Relief
For the most part, unless you’re already famous, the traditional publishing houses aren’t interested in poetry collections. As a result, many poets who want to get their collections out into the world are choosing to self-publish. But where do you begin?...
7 Strategies To Promote Your Self-Published Memoir | Self-Publishing Relief
Writing a memoir is a deeply personal experience. It takes a tremendous amount of self-reflection to craft your life experiences into an engaging story. Now that you’ve completed that richly rewarding journey and self-published your book, it’s time to think about ways...
7 Tactics That Get Readers To Write More Book Reviews Of Your Self-Published Book | Self-Publishing Relief
When it comes to boosting sales of self-published books, you can’t beat a great book review. Having great rankings and lots of positive reviews can raise the profile of your release above the millions of others published worldwide. At Self-Publishing Relief, we know...
How To Write Book Group Discussion Questions For Your Self-Published Book | Self-Publishing Relief
The final pages of a book often contain supporting or explanatory material such as an index or a glossary, but at Self-Publishing Relief we know that your book’s back matter can do so much more! This is prime real estate for sections that can forge and strengthen...
11 Tips To Ace Your Book Club Call-Ins And Sell More Books | Self-Publishing Relief
You already know some of the strategies that self-published authors use to generate interest from book clubs and sell more books. And since you have a great “book me” page on your author website, it’s easy for book club coordinators to invite you to call in and speak...
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...
4 Tips For Self-Publishing A Mixed-Genre Book Of Poems, Stories, And Essays | Self-Publishing Relief
Hey, writer—mixology isn’t just for craft cocktails! Mixing genres is becoming more and more popular each day. At Self-Publishing Relief, we know it’s not easy to traditionally publish poetry books and short prose collections, so self-publishing offers an excellent...
4 Signs You Might Need An Updated Cover For Your Self-Published Book | Self-Publishing Relief
As a self-published author, you know your book’s cover is your most important point-of-sale marketing tool. A good cover design is key to the success of your book. But how do you know if and when a redesign is necessary? Self-Publishing Relief has identified four...
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