Physical distancing is imperative to contain the spread of COVID-19, and as such, book conferences, festivals, launch parties, and book tours have been canceled for the next few months. We’ve found that many authors are turning to Instagram to bridge the gap caused by these … [Read more...]
Evelyn Maguire

How to Self-Publish a Book: Tips from Indie Authors

You’ve polished the final draft of your novel, and now you’re looking into self-publishing — you’re not alone! Over 1 million books were estimated to be self-published in 2017, and that number is only rising. With self-publishing comes a quicker turnaround to hit shelves, … [Read more...]
30 Book Awards You Should Know About (Trad & Self-Pub!)

Book awards are not only a wonderful honor for an author (and publisher!), but for self-published and traditionally published books alike, they can also can stir up media attention, tap into new audiences, support promotional efforts, and boost sales. Below, we’ve compiled a … [Read more...]
15 Ways Authors Use Facebook to Promote Their Books

Facebook marketing is an organic resource for authors that can’t be overlooked. But from book updates to event pages to promotional content, the number of tactics you can use to interact with readers can be overwhelming. As an author, how can you be sure you’re getting the … [Read more...]