Author: Helen Scheuerer
As someone who's been in the indie publishing game for the last five years, I've seen (and made) my fair share of mistakes. It's easy for us authors to get wrapped up in the excitement of publishing and overlook flaws that could potentially burn us further down the track. There …
If you're considering becoming an indie author, there's no doubt that you'll need to become familiar with Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing). This article is all about learning the basics of KDP, one of the biggest indie publishing platforms in the world. We'll take you through what it is, the …
As someone who writes books, runs a website and does their own marketing and publishing, I'm often asked how I stay productive. It's no easy feat. I have a never-ending list of things to do, and it can often feel as though there aren't enough hours in the day. However, …
Writing a single novel is a huge undertaking, so you can probably imagine the mammoth task that writing a series is... However, if you're considering writing a fantasy series, and are willing to put the work in, then this article is for you. Here, I explore 5 of the best …
‘How To Edit Your Novel’ is a guide designed for writers who have completed a long-form work of fiction and want to edit, polish and perfect it as much as possible. It’s all about providing you with the information, tools and advice you need to take your first draft to …
For as long as I can remember, I've been told that authors don't make any money. That a degree in creative writing was a fast-track to unemployment, and that I could never expect to earn a liveable income from books. I'm proud to say, I've proven those people wrong. Now, …
Having recently published my first indie book to bestseller status, I've realised that there are some lessons best learnt in theory and others in practice. From market research and the ideal publication schedule, to fielding financial questions and overcoming anxiety, I've decided to share 15 of the lessons I've recently …
Before you hit the 'publish' button on your novel, there's one massive factor you need to consider: how to price your self-published ebook. Let's assume that you're relatively new to indie publishing – you might have published one or two titles previously, or this may be your first. Chances are, …
