Download or read book The Indie Author Guide written by April Hamilton and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-11-09 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Is Your Roadmap to Success! The Indie Author Guide takes you through every stage of the self-publishing process. With e-books, print on demand and the power of Web 2.0, you have the ability to publish your own high quality books and go indie—just as filmmakers and musicians have done. Get detailed instructions, complemented by screenshots, so you can get the most of cutting edge publishing options. April L. Hamilton, founder of Publetariat, an online news hub and community for indie authors, gives you insight to the latest technology and step-by-step advice for making the most of your self-publishing options. Inside you'll find everything you need to know to: • organize your files • create your brand • explore your self-publishing options • format your book for POD • edit and revise you work • design your own book cover • publish through a POD print service provider • publish in e-book formats • build an author platform • promote your work • transition from indie to mainstream publishing Plus, you'll get worksheets to help you plan and organize your book, your business, and your writing life, as well as an HTML primer so you can build your own website—even if you're not tech savvy. The Indie Author Guide gives you the skills and confidence you need to take full advantage of today's unique publishing opportunities and grow your readership yourself.

Download or read book I Am Mercy written by Mandi Lynn and published by . This book was released on 2018-12-11 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 14th century France, Aida is accused of being a witch when the Black Death wipes through her village. Abandoned by her family, she is surrounded by death and disease, but when a woman who may actually be a witch tells her how to cure the plague, it may mean uncovering a dark magic.

Download or read book Self Publishing 3 0 written by Alliance Of Independent Authors and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Self-Publishing 3.0 is a concept and a publishing era defined by the concept: that any author (with the requisite skills) now has the means to establish a sustainable and scalable business. It is also a campaign from the Alliance of Independent Authors (#selfpub3.0) that works with authors, readers, literary organizations, and creative industries to support independent authors in acquiring the three necessary skills: writing, publishing and creative business. The Self-Publishing 3.0 era, the era of author enterprise, began around 2018. In this era, writers are moving beyond exclusively signing all rights to a single 3rd-party publisher, or exclusively self-publishing with one platform or service, into true creative and commercial independence. This short book outlines both the concept and campaign and aims to explain to self-publishing authors why Self-Publishing 3.0 is important, the tools and techniques driving this trend, and how to take part in this movement that is enabling authors in more number than ever before to earn a living from writing and publishing books.

Download or read book The Indie Author s Guide to the Universe written by Jeff Bennington and published by Nexgate. This book was released on 2012-03 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Jeff Bennington has an understanding of the e-book business that truly impresses me. I've taken his advice and it has made a huge difference in my career as an author. I highly recommend this book." Al Boudreau, author of In Memory of Greed "The Indies Author's Guide has made a huge impact on my sales. I've only just started incorporating what I've learned and in three days have tripled my sales." Robbi Bryant, author of The Beautiful Evil "If you are preparing to self-publish, and even if you've already done so, you need this book! Finally, a guide that covers it all... every aspect of book creation from humble beginning to publishing success! This guide is my "go to" writer's bible! High praise to Jeff Bennington for creating a writer's gold mine of information and advice." Deborah Hughes, author of Be Still, My Love ABOUT THE INDIE AUTHOR'S GUIDE TO THE UNIVERSE: From the Author of Reunion, a #1 Amazon best-selling ghost story. Listed with Goodreads Breakout Authors of 2011 The Indie Author's Guide to the Universe is meant to help any author, whether they are traditionally published or self-published, to take one step further in their journey. This book is designed to encourage and inspire authors in their craft, and give creative ideas that can improve sales and grow your author platform. If you bought a book about self-publishing 6 months ago, it is ancient history. The Guide Includes Helpful Information Like: Encouraging Stories How to Build a Blog Tour Your Role as Marketer Marketing Strategies Your Role as Publisher Author Blogging The Ultimate Book Promotion Understanding "Floatation Pricing" How to Build an Author Platform Selling and Price-point Strategies Strategies for Navigating Amazon's KDP Select Program Understanding the Indie Author Movement Helpful links Tips From Best-selling Indie Authors Like Scott Nicholson, Bob Mayer, Joanna Penn, Blake Crouch, Robert Bidinotto, Richard Bard, Amber Scott, Melissa Foster, Saffina Desforges and many more! ADDITIONAL PRAISE FOR THE INDIE AUTHOR'S GUIDE TO THE UNIVERSE: "If I only had one resource to effectively promote, market, and sell my novels, it would be the Indie Author's Guide. It is definitely the roadmap to success with each step of the way carefully marked and easy for anyone to follow." Caleb Pirtle III, author and publisher from Venture Galleries WHO IN THE WORLD IS JEFF BENNINGTON Jeff is the Author of Reunion, Twisted Vengeance, and Creepy: A collection of scary stories. He Blogs at The Writing Bomb and is the founder of The Kindle Book Review. Jeff is also an author consultant and has helped other writers hit the Amazon Top 100. You can follow Jeff on Twitter @TweetTheBook, and Facebook. Check out his Author Services Page at The Writing Bomb and The Kindle Book Review.

Download or read book Creative Self Publishing written by Alliance Of Independent Authors and published by Publishing Guides for Indie Authors. This book was released on 2021-07-19 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It has never been easier to publish a book, but publishing a book is never easy. Creative Self-Publishing is a comprehensive guide to every step in the publishing process, written by the Director of the Alliance of Independent Authors, and drawing on the experience of thousands of members, from those who are just starting out to those who are staggeringly successful. The book takes an individual approach, beginning with you. Your ambitions, your passion, and your sense of purpose not just as a writer, but also as a publisher, and as a creative business owner. In an engaging, easy to read format, you'll learn: How to negotiate the seven processes of publishing to reach more readers and sell more books The business models successful authors are using today How to overcome resistance and block by fostering creative flow. The history of authorship and self-publishing and where you fit How to find your ideal readers and ensure they find your books A proven planning method so you effortlessly bring together your passion, mission and purpose as a writer and publisher Whether you write fiction, nonfiction, or poetry books, the principles and practices outlined in this book will work for you. You'll make better books, find more readers, turn them into keener fans, and grow your income, impact and influence as a self-directed and empowered indie author. The creative way.

Download or read book Amazon Ads for Indie Authors written by Janet Margot and published by . This book was released on 2021-10-25 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn from a former Amazonian how to create, manage and optimize book ads.Amazon Ads for Indie Authors is a former insider's breakdown of book advertising. This is the most authoritative author ads handbook available, exposing the interconnectivity of book ads in the Amazon ecosystem. This insight fuels a framework that declutters the ads dashboard allowing you to reach readers more effectively.You'll learn how to:? build your ads strategy? create basic ads? avoid costly mistakes? manage campaigns while driving spend efficiency? use advanced features tailored for your use case? scale your ads at the right time? detect key signals improving your chance of success? discern what Amazon recommends vs. what works for booksAmazon Ads can be complex to navigate, particularly for books. This guide will teach how you to simplify your approach, free up your headspace, and get back to writing.

Download or read book The Indie Writer s Handbook written by David Wind and published by ColSaw Publications / DMW . This book was released on 2019-09-01 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Succeed as a Professional Writer, outside of the Traditional Publishing World by having the right guide: that is your best chance for survival... And this is your guide!. ----A step by step guide for Professional Indie Writers and authors, from final draft to publication and launch marketing. This handbook covers publishing / Self-Publishing, editing, cover, and design resources dedicated to moving writers out of the "self-Publishing" associated with vanity presses and into the world of professional Indie writing--the world of Independently self-published authors — Florida Authors and Publishers Association, HOW-TO Book of the Year: Bronze Medallion — A B.R.A.G. MEDALLION HONOREE .... With a Foreword by Mel Jolly! --David Wind is a Hybrid author with 40 books of fiction published both Traditionally and Independently. He is a member of the Authors Guild, The Mystery Writers of America, The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, and Novelists Inc, and is the President of the Florida Chapter of the MWA for 2020. TAGS: Writing Skills, Indie Writing, Self-publishing guides. publishing guides, Book Publishing Industry, Independent Writing, independent Publishing, self Publishing, Creativity Self-Help, Publishing & Books, Media & Communications Industry, Fiction Writing Reference, Writing Skill Reference, Web Marketing, Business Writing Skill, Writing Skills in Advertising, Nonfiction Writing Reference, Genre Fiction Writing Reference, Education Research, Writing Skills in Advertising

Download or read book Book Prizes Awards for Indie Authors written by Alliance of Independent Authors and published by Orna Ross. This book was released on 2024-01-18 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you an indie author who wants to win an award for your writing and publishing? You can. Indie authors have long been excluded from the most prestigious book prizes, awards, and competitions, but the awards scene is changing. According to Hannah Jacobson, founder of BookAwardPro.com, “Over 92% of all book awards are available to indie and self-published authors,” including many that are for indie authors only. This short guide provides the latest updates and shares with you: - Types of awards and prizes - Awards open to indie authors - How to enter book awards If you’d like to get your foot in the awards scene door, Book Prizes & Awards for Indie Authors will show you the way.

Download or read book The Indie Author Atlas written by M.L. Ronn and published by Author Level Up LLC. This book was released on 2020-10-24 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: YOUR PASSPORT TO THE FIVE CONTINENTS OF THE WRITING WORLD Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information you have to learn as a writer? The Indie Author Atlas eliminates overwhelm and makes the art of learning to be a writer fun. It turns the major concepts writers need to learn into can’t-miss vacation destinations. Ready to get away? * Pamper yourself at the pristine beachfronts at the Strategy Islands * Get lost in the expansive continent of Craft * Discover new marketing strategies in the desert continent of Marketstan * Tap into your inner entrepreneur in the sacred Lands of Distribution * And more! This quirky and engaging guide is written in the style of a travel guide, and it also has illustrated maps for each continent. The Indie Author Atlas is unlike any other book for writers you’ve ever read. Relax and have fun as you wander through the amazing continents of the writing life. You just might learn something. Click the buy button and book your dream writing vacation today! V1.0

Download or read book Using ISBNs as an Indie Author written by Alliance of Independent Authors and published by Orna Ross. This book was released on 2024-01-18 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ISBNs are unique product identifier codes that help distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and readers find your book and contrary to poor advice, yes, independent authors do need them. Understanding how ISBNs work, why they matter, and how to source and use them will help you distribute your self-published books efficiently and professionally. But there is a lot of misinformation out there. In this short guide from the AskALLi team of the Alliance of Independent Authors, you’ll learn all the key facts to make informed decisions about ISBNs and be confident when publishing your own books.

Download or read book Promoting Your Self Published Book An Independent Author s Guide To Marketing and Exposure written by Marques Vickers and published by Marquis Publishing. This book was released on 2017-04-28 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author Marques Vickers’ “Promoting Your Self-Published Book: An Independent Author’s Guide To Marketing and Exposure” is a concise reference guide for authors to market their independently published paperbacks and electronic books. The book offers valuable tips to maximize the expanding sales capabilities of the Internet. This edition details important exposure strategies, existing and emerging sales opportunities and valuable promotional outlets. Nearly 300 useful reference websites are provided to enhance social media strategies, website design, revenue outlets, email marketing, soliciting book reviews and media coverage. “Promoting Your Self-Published Book” stresses a current transformation supplanting the traditional publishing industry. Fresh and innovative creative and revenue opportunities are emerging for entrepreneurial savvy authors, writers, and journalists. The guide stresses the importance and urgency of cultivating a vibrant social media presence via active postings and participation with content, social networking and weblog websites. These activities supplement an author website with videos, feedback capabilities and resources to cultivate new and return buyers. The book stresses the importance of personalization and a writer’s online articulation of their creative vision. Practical advice and supplementary consulting sources are offered on every aspect of website design, effective promoting through media exposure, email marketing and the cultivation of a potential and existing client base to establish long-term sustainability. Chapter #1: The Essential Economics of the Publishing Industry Evaluating the Financial Realities Behind a Traditional Publishing Contract The Changing Economic Landscape for Publishers Substantive Reasons For Self-Publishing The Precarious Future Facing Traditional Publishing Outlets Online Reading Habits Printed Media Versus Electronic Media Creating An Environment of Success and Self-Determination Chapter #2: A Fresh Dependency and Integration of Social Media Maximizing Social Media Reach The Importance of Hashtags as Reference Beacons How to Personalize Social Media The Categories of Social Media Best Suited For Authors Weblogs Automating All of Your Social Media Outlets Together Chapter #3: A Writer’s Website Attractive Packaging Your Role in Creating The Design Concept Designing and Personalizing Your Own Website Evaluating Your Website Host Memorable Domain Name Clarity of Vision Make Your Site Simple to Navigate How The Cellular Phone and Tablets Affect Website Layouts Chapter #4: Drawing Traffic To Your Social Media Pages and Website Qualifying Your Website Viewers Search Engines and Indexes Where and How Often Should You Submit Your Website Pages Buying Traffic and Ad Words Programs Electronic Magazines and Weblogs Chapter #5: Soliciting Book Reviews Print Media Book Editors Seeking Out Diverse Coverage and Reviews How to follow-up with Media Interest Chapter #6: Cultivating Media Exposure and Email Marketing Strategies For Sending Out Press Releases Bulk Email Press Releases Specific Media Submission Guidelines Purchasing Mailing and Media Contact Lists Additional Review Outlets and Their Cumulative Effect Chapter #7: Cultivating Revenue Streams Amazon Publishing Keyword Adverting Programs Bidding For Placement Barnes and Noble, Smashwords, Google Play Books Dropshipping Pre-Printing Books For Resale Reference Category Listings Amazon Related Resources, Author Industry Mailing List Services, Automated Social Media Marketing, Bulk Email Services, Content Community, Currency Converters, Digital and Video Imaging Software, Domain Name Brokers & Registration Services, E-Commerce Shopping Carts, Social Networking Websites, News Media Search Engine Submission Sources, Pay Per Click Traffic, Press Release Services, Search Engines, Self-Publishing Outlets, Weblogs, Website Design Software and Related Services.

Download or read book Indie With Ease written by Pauline Wiles and published by Pauline Wiles. This book was released on 2018-09-25 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you feeling overwhelmed by all that’s involved in self-publishing your book? Being an indie author should be a delight, not a drudgery. Indie With Ease demonstrates how a blend of clear purpose and steady pragmatism will enable you to thrive as an independent publisher. Through simple self-care techniques and a few mindset secrets, you’ll maximize motivation and minimize author anxiety. With a down-to-earth blend of inspiration and practical steps, you will: - Know yourself and your unique writing style. - Set authentic, long-term writing goals. - Nurture your creativity and protect your well-being. - Maximize your energy and work at a pace you can sustain. - Limit your marketing to what really works. - Prioritize key tasks and ignore distractions. - Dodge the most common pitfalls for independent authors. For a little extra inspiration, you will also find: - Contributions and advice from over a dozen experienced indie authors. - Bonus resources: checklists, templates, and trackers to jump start your daily routine. Indie with Ease is your essential guide to well-being, productivity and serenity as an indie author. Get it today!

Download or read book The Indie Author Bestiary written by M.L. Ronn and published by Author Level Up LLC. This book was released on 2023-06-05 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: YOUR GUIDE TO SLAYING THE BEASTS OF THE WRITING WORLD Do the “beasts” of the writing life trouble you? Fear, self-doubt, overwhelm, the inferiority complex, and more? If so, you’re not alone. These “beasts” of the writing world want to destroy writers everywhere, but they can only hurt us if we let them. This guide will teach you to do battle with the beasts that are sure to show up in your writing career. It will teach you to slay them once and for all. • Fight fear with every ounce of your being • Beat burnout at its own game • Overcome feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt • And more! If you struggle with the “emotional” part of being a writer, The Indie Author Bestiary will be your sword. This unique book takes the emotional challenges of writing, converts them into monsters, and teaches you how to defeat them. Are you ready to conquer the beasts of the writing world? V1.0

Download or read book Be Your Own Boss as an Independent Author written by Ann Omasta and published by Ann Omasta. This book was released on 2019-03-04 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to write a book? Have you written a book, but aren’t sure what to do next? Would you like to sell your book to readers online––even while you sleep? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, this guidebook will unlock hot tip secrets, reveal common pitfalls, and lead you on your path to success. We live in unprecedented times with incredible opportunities for writers––anyone can write a book and post it for sale on the internet. Easy-peasy, right? It can be… with the right help. This book will guide you through the process of making your precious book baby available for sale to the world via the major online vendors. Once your book is published, the marketing fun begins. In this book, you’ll benefit from the author’s 5+ years of experience in this business, during which she has published over 25 books, hit the USA Today bestseller list multiple times, and made nearly every mistake imaginable. She openly shares exactly what to do (and what NOT to do) in order to thrive in the independent author business. Becoming an indie author is one of the most challenging, rewarding, demanding, life-changing, and fulfilling dreams imaginable. There will likely be mind-boggling highs and devastating lows. Let this book be there to help guide you, answer your questions, and build your confidence along the way. YOU CAN DO THIS. Your dream awaits… Download this book and jump-start your goal of becoming an indie author right now!

Download or read book Writers Artists Guide to Self Publishing written by Bloomsbury Publishing and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-03-19 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Self-publishing is a growing area and writers need independent and reliable advice they can trust. This guide is full of practical, nuts-and-bolts information on each aspect of the DIY-publishing process, from editing and page layout, cover design and book production, publicity and selling. Each chapter is written by publishing professionals expert in supporting authors and is full of insights from successful self-published authors themselves. This guide is essential reading for any indie author who wants to go it totally alone, who wants to work with other independent professionals or who might choose to pay for self-publishing provider services. It gives the pros and cons and potential financial outlay for the various options available so writers can make informed decisions about the best approach for their own book.

Download or read book The Author Heir Handbook written by M.L. Ronn and published by Author Level Up LLC. This book was released on 2022-02-25 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An author has died. You're responsible for managing their estate, and it's a mess. Are you overwhelmed? Frustrated? You might be feeling that this responsibility the author gave you is more of a burden than a gift. You know that managing the author's books will make money and provide for you and the author's heirs, but you probably have no idea where to start. The Author Heir Handbook is a concise guide for heirs written in PLAIN ENGLISH that will help you understand an author's publishing business, the different components that the deceased author used to create books and income, and how to manage those components. It will save you countless hours by helping you figure out where to spend your time and effort. This book will help you: * Avoid making mistakes that could cripple the estate * Locate the author's manuscripts * Take an inventory of all the author's works (with an easy template to save time) * Determine which online accounts the author used (and how to access them) * Manage the money * Get hired help when you need it (and how to avoid scams) * Keep the author's books relevant for new generations * Create income for you and your family, the way the author intended Managing an author estate is hard work, but this book will help simplify the process. You just might even be able to do more with the estate than the author ever could in their lifetime. Purchase your copy today, and don’t do things the hard way! V1.0

Download or read book Sell it Online How to Make Money Selling on eBay Amazon Fiverr Etsy written by Nick Vulich and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2014-06-28 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: eBay, Amazon, Etsy, & Fiverr So many choices How do you decide? Which site is right for your online business? Many books promise to share the secrets to getting wealthy selling online. They tell you to sell this or that product, or to try this top secret listing method, or to sign up for this course. But, that's all they are - promises. Sell It Online is different. It's written by a real eBay Power Seller and Top Rated Seller. One who's been selling on eBay and Amazon for over fifteen years. Most importantly, Sell It Online doesn't make any crazy promises that you'll make a million dollars overnight selling on any of these sites. It's not going to happen. It also doesn't tell you that you can make three thousand dollars a month following my method, because those kinds of promises don't make sense. Anyone can make money selling online. But, you aren't going to make a fortune following someone else's plan.