Self-publishing continues to gain popularity as more authors discover its benefits; however, the competition can be stiff, and the learning curve is steep. Having a plan in place (you can work with a book coach to create one!) and using all the helpful tools available to authors makes the process of publishing a book less intimidating. So let's...
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Unabridged versus Abridged Books – How to Know Which Version is Best for Your Book
Finding ways to consume information more efficiently without feeling overloaded has become a necessity in today's face-paced world. While some people multitask, others build a “second brain”, and more recently, busy professionals are finding ways to incorporate artificial intelligence into their workflow to help them process information as...
How Much Does It Cost to Publish a Book? [2024 Costs]
How much does it cost to publish a book realistically? Warning: if you’re looking for the cheapest way to publish a book, this guide probably isn’t for you. You shouldn't necessarily want to know the cheapest way to publish a book. Because let’s face it - publishing a book on the cheap usually means cutting important corners. This guide...
How to Copyright a Book in 10 Minutes: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
Knowing how to copyright a book is an important step toward proper legal protection for every modern author - and one you shouldn't shy away from. No one wants to imagine their intellectual property being stolen, but it's always a real possibility. However, by properly registering your work, you will be giving yourself - and your book -...
How to Format a Book: 11 Book Formatting Tips in 2024
Did you know that the format you use has an impact on the way any given reader might perceive your book? In fact, book formatting can completely make or break your reader's experience. If the book font guide from The Book Designer is any indication, there is so much you can learn just about typography! Fonts like Webdings or Comic Sans have been...
Amazon CreateSpace – 2024 Guide for Authors
Many of today’s aspiring writers choose the self-publishing path for several reasons – one of them being that this rapidly evolving industry offers an abundance of opportunities. Plus, the chances of getting your book picked up by a traditional publishing company are becoming slimmer. If you’ve already done some research into self-publishing,...
9 Free Book Templates for Authors [+ Outline Generator]
Do you need a book template to get started writing your book? If so, you’ll want to download one before you start typing up your manuscript. This will save you a ton of wasted effort and formatting issues later on! Whether you're writing a fiction book or a nonfiction book, you'll want to start writing as quickly as possible to reach your goal of...
How to Print a Book: 10 Essential Tips to Know
Authors spend a huge amount of time and energy writing their books, but for many self-published authors the final hurdle—learning how to print a book—can be an afterthought...and a daunting one at that. Most self-published authors opt for an e-book, allowing them to bridge the gap between aspiring author and self-published reality. However, with...
Best Book Formatting Software: 9 Options for Layouts & Templates
Have you ever opened a book and found the formatting to be awkward? Maybe the margins are inconsistent, so the block of text on the page looks like it’s been stamped at an angle. Maybe there are strange inconsistencies with spacing or font size. Maybe it’s in a font that’s hard to read. Chances are, the author could have benefitted from book...
How to Write a Book Description That Attracts Readers: 8 Easy Tips
Learning how to write a book description that actually gets people interested in buying your book is important for increasing book sales and creating buzz. Think about it. What makes you pick up or download a new book at the bookstore? Unless you are a huge fan of the book’s author, you’re first drawn to a catchy title and cover appeal - a...