Self publishing costs on Amazon Self-publishing on Amazon is a popular way for authors to get their work out into the world without having to go through traditional publishing routes. The process of self-publishing on Amazon can be done through Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). This is Amazon’s platform for authors to publish and distribute their The post Self-Publishing Costs on Amazon: Understanding the 6 Hidden Expenses appeared first on Andy Slinger ..read more

There are many self publishing platforms out there that allow people to publish their work. These platforms range from free to paid options. There are some great free options out there that don’t require any kind of registration or payment. Here are some of my favourites: Blurb A platform where you can create beautiful books The post Self publishing platforms: 7 you need to know appeared first on Andy Slinger ..read more

Introduction: What is Amazon KDP? Amazon KDP is a publishing platform that enables authors to publish their books in digital form. Amazon KDP first launched in 2007 as an e-book publishing platform for the Amazon Kindle. Authors can upload their manuscript and cover to the site, as well as set a price for the book. The post The Complete Guide to Amazon KDP and What Digital Marketers Need to Know appeared first on Andy Slinger ..read more

Introduction to Indie Publishing Indie publishing has become a huge part of the book world in the last few years. But what is Indie Publishing? And what mistakes should you avoid if you want to publish your book this way? This article will reveal all that and more. Whilst giving you some top tips on The post Indie Publishing: 5 self-publishing mistakes not to make appeared first on Andy Slinger ..read more

Author Marketing, an introduction You think you’ve done the hard part by writing, editing and completing a book. Blood sweat and tears have gone into it and you should be proud. But, now comes the next step, author marketing. There is a vast amount of information out there when it comes to book marketing and The post Author Marketing: 7 forgotten steps to become a best seller appeared first on Andy Slinger ..read more

Book marketing services are an absolute minefield. You release your first book into the world expecting a host of sales to appear from nowhere, to find only a few of your friends and family actually bother to buy it. After a few hapless efforts to try and generate some more sales, which have the effect The post Book Marketing Services: Everything you need to know appeared first on Andy Slinger ..read more

I often get asked by frustrated authors “How do I build my Author platform and my email list?” This is no mean feat and such a hugely overlooked part of marketing books. Too many authors simplistically think by throwing up a webpage and adding a link to their social media profiles it’s enough to sell The post Story Origin: A comprehensive marketing platform for Authors? appeared first on Andy Slinger ..read more

Book Promotion ideas: An Introduction Writing a book can seem like the difficult part until you realise you’re going to have to market your book to get it in front of the right readers. The task can seem overwhelming at first, especially to the less business minded writers. Don’t panic though, try these fantastic book The post 5 amazing book promotion ideas for self publishing authors appeared first on Andy Slinger ..read more

With all the freedom you gain as a self published author you also gain a huge amount of responsibility as a result of it. Book marketing for self published authors can be a minefield, especially as you don’t get the support and guidance you would from a traditional publisher. However, don’t panic I’m here to The post Book marketing for self published authors: the truth appeared first on Andy Slinger ..read more