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How to Publish Successfully on a Budget
Bootstrapping doesn’t always mean bad quality. Here’s how to publish successfully on a budget.
Rapid Learning Techniques for Authors
Indie authors have to do so much these days. Don’t worry if you’re overwhelmed – here’s how to stay both ahead and sane.
How to Publish to a Global Audience
You already know why you should reach all 7 billion readers around the world – here’s how you can.
Why Global Publishing is the Future
Amazon covers 13 out of 195 countries around the world. You do the maths.
Weekly Write-Up: 26th August 2020
Amazon Ads reach new territories, publishing leaders complain about Amazon’s monopoly, and UK bookshops brace for a tidal wave of new releases.
AI Benefits for Authors
Not all machines want to enslave us.
How to Reduce Decision Fatigue
Without having to reduce your wardrobe to identical turtleneck sweaters.
Weekly Write-Up: 12th August 2020
The replay of Alex Newton’s SPFU webinar is online, and Donald Trump Jr. chooses to self-publish his next book.
5 Author Lessons That Come With Experience
Confused or overwhelmed by self-publishing? Don’t fret. Here are 5 invaluable author lessons that come from experience.
Weekly Write-Up: 5th August 2020
A VICE journalist discovers that self-publishing isn’t a get-rich-quick scheme, and the importance of doing thorough research.
How to Network Effectively During Lockdown
How to connect with other authors… without leaving your home.
How to Get Your Family On Board With Your Author Career
Build a support network from those closest to you.
How to Stay Productive Working From Home
Add some structure to your day.
Do Ads Work? (And How Can You Tell?)
When it comes to book marketing, James is about as green as it gets. Can he make ads work?
Weekly Write-Up: 8th July 2020
A brief one this week: black voices in publishing.
Lockdown Opportunities for Writers
How to keep productive during these unprecedented times.
Weekly Write-Up: 1st July 2020
The British Book Award nominates an indie author, and Ads Automation for Authors is available to watch now.
Crafting an Effective Author Identity
It’s what we do that defines us.
Weekly Write-Up: 24th June 2020
The trad publishing industry continues to struggle, and Ads for Authors closes tonight.