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uPublishU 2015 Preview: The Best of Both Worlds
This year’s uPublishU encourages self-published authors to gain insight from both self-publishing and traditional publishing.
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PW Select May 2015: New Titles from Self-Publishers
Booksellers, publishers, and agents are encouraged to look at the 66 self-published titles listed below, with descriptions provided by their authors.
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The Indie Authors' Guide to Book Titles
Self-publishers should consider these six tried-and-true tips for creating successful book titles.
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Revise Wisely: Tips From an Indie Author
Indie author Sophie Schiller advises writers of historical fiction to do their research -- and kill their televisions.
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DIY: How to Request Permissions
Before an author can include song lyrics or a quote from a film in her book, she needs to get permission from the rights holder.
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Watch the Money: Tips from an Indie Author
Indie author Mara Leveritt offers some practical advice to self-publishers: "Watch the money, keep good records, and stay straight with the IRS throughout the year."
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Indie Poetry Gets Political
How three activist poets went indie and launched Commune Editions.
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PW Select April 2015: New Titles from Self-Publishers
Booksellers, publishers, and agents are encouraged to look at the 49 self-published titles listed in this month's PW Select.
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BAM Launches Self-Publishing Site
BAM! Publishing DIY will allow authors to create, edit and publish their own work.
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Find Your Audience: Tips from an Indie Publisher
The co-founder of Locust Moon Press urges indie authors to believe in their work: "If you don't believe that what you're doing is important, then you're just another sweaty salesman.”
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First Bookstore Dedicated to Self-Published Authors Opens in Florida
Frustrated by a lack of opportunity for indie authors to showcase their work, two Florida writers open a bookstore of their own.
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Do Your Research: Tips from an Indie Author
The author of 'Mistress of Melody' advises indie authors to set high standards, avoid scams, and push themselves.
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Getting Self-Published Books into Public Libraries
Getting self-published books into local libraries isn't always easy, but, with the right strategy, indie authors can make it happen and increase their readership.
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Five Years of Grit and Determination: Self-Publishing a Pop-Up Book
The logistics of self-publishing a traditional book are daunting enough. But when your project is a pop-up book, things get even tougher, as one indie author discovered.
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Never Give Up: Tips from an Indie Author
The author of 'Between These Walls' suggests self-publishers study the market, tame their fears, and get help from publishing professionals.
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DIY: Reversion of Rights
Before authors can self-publish out-of-print backlist titles, they'll need to get reversion of rights from the original publishers -- a process that can be trickier than it sounds.
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Smashwords Self-Published Bestseller List, February 2015
Jamie McGuire grabbed the top spot on this month's list of the bestselling titles published on the Smashwords platform with the romance 'Beautiful Redemption.'
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Want to Succeed in Self-Publishing? Learn to Have Fun: Tips from an Indie Author
The author of 'Imperfect Chemistry' suggests self-publishers ask questions, roll with the punches, and remember to have a little fun.
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DIY: How to Self-Publish an Audiobook
Audiobooks can open up new markets and revenue streams for self-published authors—but, as with all things indie, you'll have to put in plenty of time, effort, and money.
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From Random House to Kickstarter: PW Talks with Harry Connolly
After a traditional publishing deal and rave reviews, Connolly decided to go indie, turning to Kickstarter and self-publishing for his new epic fantasy trilogy.
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