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...
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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...
What Is Hybrid Publishing: 4 Great Ways To Assess This Option
It's crucial to understand all forms of publishing, including hybrid publishing. Why? Millions of new titles are published every year, millions of copies are sold, and new authors join the writing industry left and right. Researching the general forms writers can use to publish not only helps you decide which method is best for you, but also...
How to Make A Hardcover Book Easily on Amazon
If you've finally finished the hard work of writing and editing your book, you might be wondering how to make a hardcover book. While ebooks are certainly on the rise, printed books are still the preferred format amongst readers. Printed books out-sell ebooks 4-to-1, which is why any author should consider making sure their books are available in...
What Is KDP Select? Everything You Need to Know
As a self-publishing author, you’re met with several decisions to make, with everything from a publishing platform to distribution and marketing. Often you have to weigh the pros and cons since what works for another author may not be suitable for you. A perfect example of that is KDP Select, an Amazon platform and Kindle book program that lets...
Book Printing Services: Author’s Guide to the Best Book Printing Services
Looking for book printing services? If you're at the stage in your self-publishing journey when you're ready to release your book into the world, it's time to think about book printing services.These are specialist companies that take your manuscript and turn it into softcover or hardcover print books.There’s something special about the moment...