by Jenn Windrow

Today we are going to talk a little about the dreaded “M” word…marketing. 

Every author needs it, but not every author is good at it. I’m one of those authors who is horrible at it. Every year I say I am going to be a better marketer, and every year, I fail.  But… Read the post

by Gale Leach

My first book, The Art of Pickleball, is an instructional guide to a sport few people had heard of when I wrote it in 2005. As a pickleball player, I knew the book would appeal to a growing niche market.… Read the post

by Cassie Mannes Murray

The Importance of Book Distribution

One of the most important things about publishing a book at any level–traditional, hybrid, small press, indie press, or self-publishing–is understanding book distribution.

It’s the sort-of-secret denominator in book publishing that no one really talks about, but defines many aspects of how readers find and buy books.… Read the post

by Jenn Windrow

In last month’s post we discussed everything having to do with editing. The importance of a well edited project, the different kinds of editing, and how to find an editor. This month we are going to talk about the second most important part of your indie published book…covers.… Read the post

by Lynette M. Burrows

Being an independent author-publisher isn’t for everyone. I chose that path, but my path is mine. You must choose your own path. If you are weighing your options, this “Things I Wish I Knew Before I Published” series may help.… Read the post