Some people dream of publishing at Random House, while others dream of publishing under something a little more personal: a book imprint. Publishing your book under an imprint name can make your book feel more personal and special. More importantly, it’s a way...
How to Publish a Book It’s an exciting time for Indie Authors! So many routes, so many things to do! You’ve written a book and now you’re trying to figure out how to publish a book. A LOT goes into publishing a book. Sure, anyone can do it, or...
If you want to get your your book in bookstores – and what author doesn’t dream of seeing her book on a store shelf? – there are a few key things to know. I’ve spoken to my own local indie bookstores, as well as chatted with managers at chains like Barnes...
Are you struggling with finding an editor? Getting your book edited is one of the most important elements of publishing a book. What’s the point of publishing a book if it’s not well done? I often wonder why people would bother writing a book that...
There are three elements that identify a book as yours, and yours only. The first is your ISBN. You’ll want to ensure you have purchased a valid ISBN. The second is an LCCN. While this is not a requirement, if you want your book to be considered for...
What is Metadata? Metadata is all the key data about your book. Simply put, it’s “data about data” and is essential to helping you sell your book online and for retailers, librarians, and other looking for your book to find it. Think: what’s on...
