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The ISBN and Self-Publishing: Learn the Essentials in 5 Minutes
This guide will help you understand why you need an ISBN, the pros and cons of a free ISBN, and ISBN requirements for major self-publishing platforms such as Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) and IngramSpark, among others.
Inconsistent Print-on-Demand Book Printing and What to Do About It
POD book printing makes self-publishing affordable, but quality is inconsistent: examples of 7 common issues, what to expect, and how to minimize problems.
Learn MoreAn Introduction to Using Amazon KDP for Self-Publishing
Introduction to KDP costs and royalties | Key benefits and features | Competitors and alternatives | Other options for selling books on Amazon | Considerations...
Learn More10 Things Author-Publishers Should Know About Amazon Advantage
Advantage is for traditionally printed books and works differently than POD. 10 things you need to know; 8 important FAQs; 5 biggest complaints we hear;...
Learn MoreWhat is a Book Distributor? Options for Distribution of Self-Published Books
Distribution, distributor, wholesaler, warehousing, and fulfillment! This article explains what you need to know when printing your book. Contains flowcharts showing the functions.
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