Amazon KDP has taken the publishing world by storm. For the first time in history, authors can self-publish a book with the click of a button - and Kindle Direct Publishing has made the process more accessible than ever. In fact, it's pretty easy to publish your book on Amazon KDP, which is why it's caught on so rapidly, especially for those who...
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How to Succeed at Amazon Self-Publishing (9 Simple Steps)
Amazon self-publishing sounds tricky, but it's actually one of the easiest ways to publish a book. Learning how to publish on Amazon is simple if you have a step-by-step guide, but since Amazon's publishing platform may not be the most friendly user experience to some, it can get a little confusing if you're trying to figure it all out yourself....
How to Publish Poetry in 6 Steps: A Published Poet’s Methods
So you want to learn how to publish poetry. You've come to the right place! Learning how to publish poetry (and where to publish poetry) can be a confusing process for the uninitiated. But it doesn't need to be difficult. What kind of poet are you? A brooding type who writes about storms and moors and darkness? Or a romantic who writes about...
How to Republish a Book: 5 Important Steps
Are you an author wondering how to republish a book? Worried if it's too late? Or if there's something you are forgetting to do before you launch your book again? What is the importance of a relaunch in the first place? Don't worry, we have you covered. There are plenty of reasons that an author would want to take their book and republish it once...
How to Get a Book Deal: 3 Things to Look For & What to Avoid
Have you ever wondered how to get a book deal or if you need an agent to secure one? These are important questions to consider as you start your writing journey. Whether you are in the process of writing your first book or have an entire series you want to publish, knowing how to get a book deal is an integral part of your publishing process....
How to Find a Book Editor Who is Perfect for Your Next Book
So, you’ve finally completed the first draft of your book. That’s a huge achievement worthy of celebration. But does it mean your book is ready for publishing? Not quite. At least not if you want your writing to shine. There is a VERY good chance that your book needs editing - which means you need to know how to find a book editor....
Where to Publish Poetry: 5 Solutions for Submitting & More
Poetry is a unique art form. It is heartfelt, deep, and thought-provoking creative writing that offers nearly endless options to the writer. Spelling and grammar rules are optional, the formatting is limited only to your imagination, and no topic is off-limits. If you’re a poet, you might feel a desire to share your work with the world, as many...
How to Get an ISBN Number for a Self-Published Book
Figuring out how to get an ISBN number for a self-published book may sound scary, but it's actually more simple than many authors think! If you're self-publishing a printed book, the best action you can take is to get your own ISBN as a self-published author. Regardless if a book was self-published or traditionally published, every printed...
Scribe Media Shutdown Controversy: What Authors Need to Know
In a surprising development, Scribe Media, a company known for its book writing and publishing services, recently ceased operations and started selling off assets. This abrupt turn of events has left both clients and employees in a state of shock, raising numerous questions about the unexpected circumstances that caused these recent events....
How to Subtitle a Book People Will Actually Buy [9 Steps]
Knowing how to subtitle a book isn't common knowledge. We think that if we slap a one-sentence summary on the cover that it's enough to attract readers. But the truth is that people need a reason to buy and that is what your subtitle is for. One of the biggest challenges our authors face when self-publishing is getting the subtitle right. They...