Self-publishing doesn’t pose too many legal issues. However, if you are a new author, there are a few legal aspects of self-publishing that you need to consider. You should know how to protect your work, fulfill your tax obligations, and beware of contracts and agreements. You don’t need to be a legal expert. However, being… The post The Legal Aspects Of Self-Publishing For New Authors appeared first on Just Publishing Advice For Writers and Authors ..read more

Grammar is one of my pet topics, and I never stop learning about it. But every now and then, I come across some weird grammar terms that make me scratch my head. Not so much because they are strange structures but because the terms to describe them are so difficult to remember, let alone pronounce… The post 15 Weird Grammar Terms You Will Never Remember appeared first on Just Publishing Advice For Writers and Authors ..read more

Like it or not, we live in a writing world now where artificial intelligence (AI) is almost everywhere. That’s why using a few free AI tools, or tools to use with AI is useful and practical. I’m certainly not advocating publishing AI-generated text. However, nothing stands still, and that goes for writing too. So many… The post 10 Free AI Tools All Writers Need To Use Today appeared first on Just Publishing Advice For Writers and Authors ..read more

If you’re almost ready to self-publish your first ebook or book, choosing between Draft2Digital or Amazon KDP will likely be one of your first decisions. Both publishing services have advantages, but you want to choose the one that’s right for you and your needs. With Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing), you can publish and sell… The post Draft2Digital Or Amazon KDP For First Time Authors appeared first on Just Publishing Advice For Writers and Authors ..read more

Literary devices are vital tools that all writers should learn to use to bring their writing and stories to life. They can add depth, emotion, and subtle layers of meaning to even the simplest forms of writing, transforming words into vivid mental images. When you understand and start using a few basic devices, you can… The post The Top 20 Literary Devices Every Writer Should Know appeared first on Just Publishing Advice For Writers and Authors ..read more

Deciding when to use but and however in your writing might seem like a small detail, but your choice can affect clarity and tone. The two words serve similar functions. They both introduce a contrast or contradiction but aren’t always interchangeable. The subtle differences between them can help you write sentences that flow smoothly or… The post How To Choose Between But And However in Writing appeared first on Just Publishing Advice For Writers and Authors ..read more

Zine is a diminutive of the word magazine, so it means a very small magazine. Ezines now refer to online and electronic versions that are often between six and twelve pages. In the past, small publications such as this were sometimes called pamphlets or leaflets. The history of zines dates back to the 18th century, when… The post What Are Ezines And How To Create And Publish One appeared first on Just Publishing Advice For Writers and Authors ..read more

If you are wondering if you can self-publish and sell public domain books on Amazon, the short answer is yes, you can. The longer answer is that you need to be aware of copyright restrictions and that you must publish a version of a book that is substantially different from the original. It’s a tempting… The post Can You Self-Publish Public Domain Books On Amazon? appeared first on Just Publishing Advice For Writers and Authors ..read more

When you describe a night in writing, you are setting the scene for your story or a new chapter. You want to show your readers the setting rather than tell them about the night using a couple of quick adjectives. Highly descriptive or figurative language and a variety of grammar structures help you paint the… The post How To Describe A Night In Writing Much Better appeared first on Just Publishing Advice For Writers and Authors ..read more

For new authors who are publishing for the first time, choosing to self-publish directly or use an aggregator is essential. Self-publishing directly means independently managing the publishing and distribution of your ebook on each self-publishing platform. However, using an aggregator involves distributing your book through a third-party service that handles multiple ebook retailers and libraries. This choice can impact your control, reach, and potential earnings. The choices between control and flexibility When you self-publish directly with Amazon KDP, Apple, Google Play, and Kobo, for exa ..read more