self-publishing

Self-publishing provides more freedom and control, but it also provides more risk. Publishing provides more credibility and promotion, but your vision can also get lost in the bureaucratic machinery of the business. It's a tough decision to make. Mark Manson

A few years ago Leanne and I sent our Oracle Card Deck to the pop up submissions, and we had a thread on this forum to do card readings in exchange for feedback. I can't find that particular thread but here is the one where I introduce myself . After the pop up submissions we changed the title...

What are people's thoughts on audiobooks? It seems to be another facet of self-publishing and growing more and more. Has any Litopian out there done this with any of their work? I know a lot of purists would balk at the suggestion, so don't shoot me..!!

Hey all, Has anyone had experience with Draft2Digital as an ebook distributor? Or Smashwords? Thanks Jim

You've written the last line of your book, and you have that expansive euphoria that comes with a job well done. An almost uncontrollable urge to share your accomplishment with the world washes over you. You want to show your new book to your friends, agents, publishers - or, God forbid...

Translating your self-published book or story can open it up to global markets. Here are some of the best translation services available to writers. Some have no up-front costs to authors, but operate on a royalty-sharing model. (I've used Babelcube, and was quite happy with them.) I've also...

KDP-UK just announced a contest that has me wishing my grandparents hadn't crossed the Atlantic. Do any British writers have a book ready, or almost ready, to go the self-publishing route? If so check this out; it's serious money and more Amazon.co.uk: Storyteller UK: Kindle Store

I am a (supposedly) fairly successful poet, writer and GPS-triggered literary app producer (Bristol-based). By this, I mean I make 'a living' from writing. I have just spent over 5 years writing a novel (3S10), so now I'm in a new battle arena, seemingly: I mean, I write mainly to commission...

Social media has gone slightly berserk with indignation, tears and apparently even death threats. Why? Someone has dared to question the validity and worth of self-publishing. Not really a good move for your health it would seem, giving the current vitriolic backlash in the digital world over...

I'm not exaggerating. These really are the top 10 sites for Indie authors. They are also among the best for those taking the traditional route. You can't have too many resources. Top 10 Sites for Indie Authors