By BookBaby author Chris Huff It’s no secret that books can change the world. A well-written book read at the right time and in the right mindset can change the trajectory of your entire life. In this era where self-help books are more popular than ever, it is within the realm of possibility to write one and reach a wide […] This BookBaby blog article Inspirational Writing Tips for Your Self-Help Book appeared first on and was stolen from BookBaby Blog ..read more

By BookBaby author Chris Huff If you’re looking to write a book that could sell well and make money, you might want to consider channeling your experience, career skills, and acquired know-how into a self-help book. Self-help is currently one of the top-selling and fastest-growing categories of nonfiction in the U.S., with annual sales topping 18.6 million units in 2021. […] This BookBaby blog article 10 Self-Help Book Genres for Writers appeared first on and was stolen from BookBaby Blog ..read more

By BookBaby author Brian Jud Relying exclusively on revenue from book sales can limit your income. This wall could be reached because of seasonal demand for your content, or your reliance on sales only through bookstores, also known as “bricks and clicks.” As an independent author, you may have a small target market, inadequate planning, or insufficient funds for book […] This BookBaby blog article How To Create Multiple Sources of Book Revenue appeared first on and was stolen from BookBaby Blog ..read more

By BookBaby author Lauren Davish Have you ever felt the pull to share your personal story, insights, and experiences to help others overcome their challenges? In other words, have you ever felt called to write a self-help book? This guide will walk you through the essential steps to plan, write, and promote your inspiring story. You’ll learn how to select […] This BookBaby blog article How to Write a Self-Help Book in 3 Steps appeared first on and was stolen from BookBaby Blog ..read more

By BookBaby author Lee Purcell Your life may not be filled with adventure, epic struggles, or earth-shaking events, but the elements of your life story could be an inspiration and motivational tool for others. The art to crafting a powerful and influential memoir is finding those parts of your life that resonate with ordinary people, as well as the problems […] This BookBaby blog article How to Write a Book About Your Life to Motivate Others appeared first on and was stolen from BookBaby Blog ..read more

By BookBaby author Chris Huff Did you know that the personal development industry in the U.S. was valued at $11.4 billion in 2022? This is proof that there is definitely a market for the self-help book that you aspire to make. From 2013 to 2019, sales of self-help books exploded with an annual growth rate of 11%. But self-help titles […] This BookBaby blog article How to Market a Self-Help Book to Boost Sales appeared first on and was stolen from BookBaby Blog ..read more

By BookBaby author Brian Jud Book publishers want to increase sales with new books and find new ways to market them. However, in practice, they wait for authors to submit manuscripts and then sell the published books through bookstores and online. The quest for innovation is lost to habit and tradition. It doesn’t have to (and shouldn’t) be that way. […] This BookBaby blog article Generate Greater Book Profits in 4 Easy Steps appeared first on and was stolen from BookBaby Blog ..read more

By BookBaby author Scott McCormick Although poetry is a timeless and revered form of artistic expression, it’s not the easiest genre to make money from. Unlike with novels, poetry is harder to turn into movies and T-shirts, and therefore, publishers are less eager to publish it. Having said that, there are still ways in which poets can get paid to […] This BookBaby blog article How To Make Money From Poetry in 7 Ways appeared first on and was stolen from BookBaby Blog ..read more

By BookBaby author Brian Jud Estimated reading time: 4 minutes An engineer can look at the foundation of a building under construction and tell you its eventual height. The deeper the base, the higher the structure will be. Similarly, an independent publisher must create a strong foundation to support a title’s future growth. This preparation is performed in five phases. Let’s dive in: Table of Contents: • The Planning Phase • The Production Phase • The Distribution Phase • The Promotion Phase • The Introduction Phase • Create your book with BookBaby The Planning Phase Focus on creating a st ..read more

By BookBaby author Philip Kinsher Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Did you know that it’s now easier than ever for poets to print, publish, distribute, and sell their poems in bookstores around the world? That is, if you have poems to publish. If you’re struggling with crafting the very best poems you know you’re capable of and looking for effective tips for writing poetry, this article is for you. We’ll offer tips and tricks on how to improve your poetic skill set, and how to bring those incredible creations to the world. Table of Contents: • What is a poem? • How do you start writing a poe ..read more