A comparison of Amazon Advantage to Amazon Seller Central, also called Marketplace. Includes an 11-point table comparing the two book selling services and additional resources for self-published book distribution.
Amazon Advantage vs Amazon Seller Central (Marketplace)—An FAQ Read More »
The 4 most important criteria for evaluating a hybrid publisher | 7 hybrid publishers with traditional publisher capabilities | 4 red flags to watch for | 10 evaluation criteria—questions to ask a potential hybrid publisher | Alternatives to hybrid publishing
How to Evaluate the Best Hybrid Publishers—Criteria, Red Flags, Options Read More »
Here’s how IngramSpark Share & Sell purchase links work; with costs, features, alternatives, FAQs. And why it probably isn’t a fit for multi-book authors.
IngramSpark Share & Sell Direct to Readers—How It Works, Who It’s For Read More »
How to calculate eBook delivery costs • How to calculate paperback manufacturing costs • How to calculate royalties and minimum selling prices • Examples and Resources
The 2024 Guide to Amazon Fees and Royalties for Kindle eBooks and KDP Print Read More »
Self-publishers know about IngramSpark, part of Lightning Source. Here it is within other Ingram Content Group services such as Ingram iD, Ingram iPage, and the book distributors PGW and Two Rivers.
IngramSpark and Ingram Services: What Self-Publishers Need to Know Read More »
Crowdfunding for authors is a viable option for raising money to publish a book and build a community of readers. Includes examples of “perks,” and a case study.
Crowdfunding for Authors: Unlock the Power to Write & Launch Your Book Read More »
Amazon KDP’s Schedule a Release is not the same as IngramSpark Pre-Order, but it’s still useful. Here are 3 situations to use it instead of IngramSpark.
Amazon KDP Schedule a Release vs. IngramSpark Pre-Order Read More »
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.
The ISBN and Self-Publishing: Learn the Essentials in 5 Minutes Read More »
In this comprehensive guide, we explore the key differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing to help you navigate through the complexities of each option and make an informed decision for your book.
Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: Making the Right Choice for Your Book Read More »
In this NaNoWriMo case study, fantasy author Ronit J shares his journey from writing, through editing, publishing, and marketing his debut novel, Help! My Dog Is the Chosen One! Ronit
How a Chance Dog and Cat Encounter Inspired a NaNoWriMo Novel Read More »
