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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? There Are No Shortcuts: Tips from an Indie Author
Lou Kasischke—who documents how he survived one of the worst disasters in the history of Mt. Everest in his self-published memoir 'After the Wind'—praises "the strength, energy, and passion in the indie community."
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Smashwords Self-Published Bestseller List, May 2015
Sydney Landon grabbed top honors on this month's list of the bestselling titles published on the Smashwords platform with the romance 'Mended.'
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PW Select June 2015: New Titles from Self-Publishers
Booksellers, publishers, and agents are encouraged to look at the 41 self-published titles listed below, with descriptions provided by their authors.
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Top Five Book Design Mistakes
Book designer and author Joel Friedlander takes a look at pitfalls self-publishers face when doing their own book formatting, and explains how to avoid these mistakes in the first place.
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The Indie Authors Guide to DIY Audiobooks
So, you want to produce an audio edition of your self-published book? Here's what you need to know.
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Feedback Is Important: Tips from an Indie Author
Indie author Brent LeVasseur urges writers not to fear self-publishing, which he says is easier than most people think.
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DIY: Point-of-Sale Programs for Indie Authors
For indie authors looking for more control over sales, greater retail profits, and a connection with readers, point-of-sale programs can be valuable tools.
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Don’t Do Everything Yourself: Tips from an Indie Author
Editor turned indie author Roz Siegel offers tips on hiring publishing professionals and not implicating family members in fiction.
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Smashwords Self-Published Bestseller List, April 2015
Natasha Preston nabbed the top spot on this month's list of the bestselling titles published on the Smashwords platform with the romance 'Broken Silence.'
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How to Evaluate Self-Publishing Service Providers
Identifying when a self-publishing service is overcharging—or just overstating what it can deliver—is an important skill for any indie author to master.
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Assemble a Good Team: Tips from an Indie Author
Indie author Sherban Young urges self-publishers to create and execute a publishing plan.
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uPublishU 2015: Indie Authors Look to Traditional Publishing for Best Practices
Indie authors looked to leverage both self-publishing best practices and insights from traditional publishing at a day of panels, discussion sessions, and networking at uPublishU at the Javits Cener in New York City.
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Write for Yourself: Tips from an Indie Author
Indie author K.P. Ambroziak urges self-publishers to worry less about reviews and making mistakes along the way.
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Not All Hybrid Publishers Are Created Equal
Authors need specialized knowledge of the industry to assess hybrids effectively. Here are some questions to help authors evaluate their publishing options.
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Kinky Kilts: Behind the Wattpad Sensation 'The Highlander's Touch'
How a 19-year-old indie author scored a bestseller with a Scottish romance.
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uPublishU 2015 Preview: The Best of Both Worlds
This year’s uPublishU encourages self-published authors to gain insight from both self-publishing and traditional publishing.
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PW Select May 2015: New Titles from Self-Publishers
Booksellers, publishers, and agents are encouraged to look at the 66 self-published titles listed below, with descriptions provided by their authors.
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The Indie Authors' Guide to Book Titles
Self-publishers should consider these six tried-and-true tips for creating successful book titles.
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Revise Wisely: Tips From an Indie Author
Indie author Sophie Schiller advises writers of historical fiction to do their research -- and kill their televisions.
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DIY: How to Request Permissions
Before an author can include song lyrics or a quote from a film in her book, she needs to get permission from the rights holder.