Here is everything you didn't know you needed to know (or even want to know?) about sharing the URL (link) to your self-published book on Amazon.

Most independent authors offer their print books for sale through the major online retail platforms (e.g., Amazon, Barnes and Nobles, etc.), who in turn utilize print-on-demand technology to eliminate the need for book inventory.

LONDON, ONT– In today’s economic climate, it’s tricky (if not impossible) to find a publisher willing to take on the financial risk required to publish the work of an unknown author.

When my daughter was around 7, she started watching close-up videos of hands unwrapping plastic eggs with toys inside.

Did you write and self-publish a book that you’re embarrassed of? Here’s a secret…

Most self-publishing authors do not include the book price on the back of their printed book, or make sure it’s embedded in their barcode. Why not?

I get this question a lot: should I choose matte or glossy finish for my book cover finish?

I first met author and licensed clinical social worker Nate Terell after connecting with him on LinkedIn 2 years ago, after stumbling across his wonderful book Achieving Self-Compassion: Giving Yourself the Gifts of Happiness and Inner Peace.

Lately I’ve been asked a lot by curious authors who are self publishing whether it’s appropriate to put a photo of themselves on the cover of their book.

If self publishing a book is part of your business plan, make sure to leverage the power of the internet by incorporating some (or all) of these extra marketing sections into your book, specifically designed to convey credibility, attract clients and build your business.

There are many approaches to creating a book launch team, depending on your goals. My approach is a bit different than others I have come across because it’s specifically designed for authors who are slightly introverted (like myself) and who may be resistant to the very idea of a book launch.

Today (in the last hour actually), I saw two dead squirrels at the side of the road, which is just weird (since normally I don't see any).

Sometimes I use this phrase “good book design.” What do I mean?

You’ve carved out the time in your schedule for some online book marketing: great work!

Now you find yourself staring the screen… wondering what the heck do I post on social media to promote my nonfiction book….?

Yesterday in a meeting, coach & author Michael Doyle told me the incredible story of his first book launch, which blew his expectations out of the water.

Ever notice when you go to the trendy urban environments how the popular places all have funny names like the Thirsty Duck? The coffee cup lids are– turquoise?

Most people (including myself, and likely you as well) require social proof in order to buy things, especially online. So you may not be surprised to hear that one of the #1 book marketing tasks for a self publishers is to: Get some Advance Reviews

If you have a book selling “live” on Amazon, you already know how important it is to get reviews, or “social proof”…

Oh my God, you did it! In your so-called “spare time,” you wrote a non-fiction book!!! All I can say is: Congratulations! Let’s please take a nice big breath and recognize all your hard work, and appreciate how far you’ve come!

Even the most successful writers have typos in their writing. It’s nothing to be ashamed of. After all, we are not robots…