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Smashwords Self-Published Bestseller List, June 2015

| 07/29/2015 @ 01:30PM

Jamie McGuire nabbed the top spot on this month’s list of the bestselling titles on the Smashwords platform with the romance 'Beautiful Sacrifice', the third book the Maddox Brothers series.
The Myth of The Lazy Writer

By Hugh Howey | 07/24/2015 @ 07:00PM

The hardest part of getting a book published is the actual writing. All it takes to see this is the number of people who dream of publishing a book but never manage to hammer out a rough draft.
Tips for Marketing Self-Published Children's Books

By Alex Palmer | 07/24/2015 @ 07:00PM

Social media and other online tools have made it easier than ever for authors to connect with readers, but they’ve also made it more difficult for self-published titles to stand out.
PW Select July 2015: New Titles from Self-Publishers

| 07/24/2015 @ 07:00PM

Booksellers, publishers, librarians, and agents are encouraged to look at the 57 self-published titles listed below, with descriptions provided by their authors.
Want to Succeed at Self-Publishing? Stay Committed: Tips From an Indie Author

By Drucilla Schultz | 07/22/2015 @ 04:30PM

Graphic artist Bailey Fort reminds indie authors not to "expect any part of the process to be quick or yield instant results."
Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? There Are No Shortcuts: Tips from an Indie Author

By Drucilla Shultz | 07/13/2015 @ 12:00PM

Lou Kasischke—who documents how he survived one of the worst disasters in the history of Mt. Everest in his self-published memoir 'After the Wind'—praises "the strength, energy, and passion in the indie community."
Smashwords Self-Published Bestseller List, May 2015

| 07/08/2015 @ 04:00PM

Sydney Landon grabbed top honors on this month's list of the bestselling titles published on the Smashwords platform with the romance 'Mended.'
PW Select June 2015: New Titles from Self-Publishers

| 06/26/2015 @ 07:00PM

Booksellers, publishers, and agents are encouraged to look at the 41 self-published titles listed below, with descriptions provided by their authors.
Top Five Book Design Mistakes

By Joel Friedlander | 06/26/2015 @ 07:00PM

Book designer and author Joel Friedlander takes a look at pitfalls self-publishers face when doing their own book formatting, and explains how to avoid these mistakes in the first place.
The Indie Authors Guide to DIY Audiobooks

By Ryan Joe and Alex Daniel | 06/26/2015 @ 07:00PM

So, you want to produce an audio edition of your self-published book? Here's what you need to know.
Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Feedback Is Important: Tips from an Indie Author

By Drucilla Shultz | 06/19/2015 @ 03:00PM

Indie author Brent LeVasseur urges writers not to fear self-publishing, which he says is easier than most people think.
DIY: Point-of-Sale Programs for Indie Authors

By Alex Palmer | 06/15/2015 @ 10:00AM

For indie authors looking for more control over sales, greater retail profits, and a connection with readers, point-of-sale programs can be valuable tools.
Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Don’t Do Everything Yourself: Tips from an Indie Author

By Drucilla Shultz | 06/15/2015 @ 10:00AM

Editor turned indie author Roz Siegel offers tips on hiring publishing professionals and not implicating family members in fiction.
Smashwords Self-Published Bestseller List, April 2015

| 06/10/2015 @ 07:00AM

Natasha Preston nabbed the top spot on this month's list of the bestselling titles published on the Smashwords platform with the romance 'Broken Silence.'
How to Evaluate Self-Publishing Service Providers

By Alex Palmer | 06/08/2015 @ 10:00AM

Identifying when a self-publishing service is overcharging—or just overstating what it can deliver—is an important skill for any indie author to master.
Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Assemble a Good Team: Tips from an Indie Author

By Drucilla Shultz | 06/08/2015 @ 10:00AM

Indie author Sherban Young urges self-publishers to create and execute a publishing plan.
uPublishU 2015: Indie Authors Look to Traditional Publishing for Best Practices

By Adam Boretz | 06/01/2015 @ 12:00PM

Indie authors looked to leverage both self-publishing best practices and insights from traditional publishing at a day of panels, discussion sessions, and networking at uPublishU at the Javits Cener in New York City.
Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Write for Yourself: Tips from an Indie Author

By Drucilla Shultz | 05/29/2015 @ 02:00PM

Indie author K.P. Ambroziak urges self-publishers to worry less about reviews and making mistakes along the way.
Not All Hybrid Publishers Are Created Equal

By Jane Friedman | 05/15/2015 @ 07:00PM

Authors need specialized knowledge of the industry to assess hybrids effectively. Here are some questions to help authors evaluate their publishing options.
Kinky Kilts: Behind the Wattpad Sensation 'The Highlander's Touch'

By Jennifer McCartney | 05/15/2015 @ 07:00PM

How a 19-year-old indie author scored a bestseller with a Scottish romance.

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