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Smashwords Self-Published Bestseller List, December 2015

| 02/05/2016 @ 07:00PM

R.L. Mathewson’s romance 'Christmas from Hell' grabbed the top honors on our list of bestselling titles on the Smashwords platform for December.
Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Be Professional: Tips from an Indie Author

By Drucilla Shultz | 02/05/2016 @ 12:00AM

Hybrid author Jessica Lourey reminds aspiring writers that self-publishing is a long game.
How It Feels to Be Self-Published Me

By Zetta Elliott | 02/01/2016 @ 12:00AM

I remember the moment I went from being an admired, multi-award-winning debut picture book author to a largely unknown, ignored, and even pitied self-published author.
Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Be Realistic: Tips from an Indie Author

By Drucilla Shultz | 01/29/2016 @ 12:00PM

Indie author Terry Irving urges self-publishers to keep their day jobs and pay their bills.
Five Marketing Models for Self-Publishing Success

By Jane Friedman | 01/15/2016 @ 07:00PM

Self-publishing guru Jane Friedman helps indie authors find the publicity plan that best fits their needs.
Writers Conferences, Festivals, and Book Fairs in 2016

By Jennifer McCartney | 01/15/2016 @ 07:00PM

Our annual rundown of book fairs and conferences -- from New York to New Delhi and everywhere in between -- for indie authors.
Self-Publishing Preview: 2016

By Jennifer McCartney | 01/15/2016 @ 07:00PM

Among the year's hot topics are declining e-book sales, Amazon's bricks-and-mortar book store, and barriers facing indie authors.
New Titles From Self-Publishers, January 2016

| 01/15/2016 @ 07:00PM

Booksellers, publishers, librarians, and agents are encouraged to look at the 65 self-published titles below, with descriptions provided by their authors.
Smashwords Self-Published Bestseller List, November 2015

By Adam Boretz | 01/08/2016 @ 07:00PM

Jamie McGuire and Teresa Mummert's romance 'Sweet Nothing' tops our list of bestselling titles on the Smashwords platform for November.
Self-Publishing Platforms Reach Out to Spanish-Language Authors

By Leylha Ahuile | 01/01/2016 @ 07:00PM

Self-publishing is a well-established part of the English-language book trade, but Spanish-language self-publishing is just starting to take off.
BookLife's Best Books of 2015

| 12/21/2015 @ 12:00PM

In 2015, PW reviewed scores of self-published titles across a variety of genres and categories. In conjunction with PW's Best Books of 2015, we are proud to bring you the very best from BookLife.
PW and BookLife's Top Self-Publishing Stories of 2015

| 12/21/2015 @ 12:00PM

From indie cookbooks and DIY audiobooks to writers' conferences and distribution strategies, these were PW and BookLife's top self-publishing stories of 2015.
Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Make Good Art: Tips from an Indie Author

By Drucilla Shultz | 12/14/2015 @ 10:00AM

Indie author Daniel Jude Miller tells self-publishers to believe in themselves and remember the importance of marketing.
How Indie Authors Can Write Memorable Memoirs

By Betty Kelly Sargent | 12/11/2015 @ 07:00PM

When writing memoirs, self-published authors need to focus on narrative voice and build an author platform.
Self-Publishing Stars of 2015

| 12/11/2015 @ 07:00PM

A look back at all the self-published books that received starred reviews from Publishers Weekly in 2015.
New Titles From Self-Publishers, December 2015

| 12/11/2015 @ 07:00PM

Booksellers, publishers, librarians, and agents are encouraged to look at the 87 self-published titles below, with descriptions provided by their authors.
Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Take Emotion out of the Equation: Tips from an Indie Author

By Drucilla Shultz | 12/07/2015 @ 11:00AM

Indie author and veteran graphic designer LeeAnn Brook urges self-publishers to hire professional editors and designers.
Smashwords Self-Published Bestseller List, October 2015

| 12/04/2015 @ 07:00PM

Taking the top spot on the Smashwords platform for October is 'Diary of an Oxygen Thief' -- a 2009 novel by an anonymous author.
Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Have a Plan: Tips from an Indie Author

By Drucilla Shultz | 11/23/2015 @ 10:00AM

Indie author E.C. Murray urges writers to create and execute self-publishing timelines and study the craft of writing.
New Titles From Self-Publishers, November 2015

| 11/20/2015 @ 07:00PM

Over 100 self-published books, for readers of all ages and interests.

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