Audiobooks are no longer just a trend; they’ve become a major part of the publishing world. With more people listening to books while commuting, exercising, or relaxing, creating an audiobook is a smart way to reach a larger audience. But if you’ve never made one before, the process can feel...
Everyone wants to “write a book,” but almost no one actually starts with a book; they start with a manuscript. And if you’ve ever wondered what is a manuscript, don’t worry: it’s far less mysterious than it sounds and significantly less glamorous than the finished book you picture on a...
Submitting a manuscript to a publisher can be a daunting task, especially for first-time authors. The process is often filled with uncertainty, from ensuring your manuscript is in the right format to understanding the specific submission guidelines of each publisher. With so much to consider, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed....
Your book is priceless… but the buy button isn’t. Set it too low and you starve; too high and readers ghost you faster than a cliffhanger. In this guide we’ll show you how to sniff out the average book price in your exact genre, decode how to price a book...
If you’re planning to publish a book, whether in print or as an eBook, one of the most important steps is obtaining an ISBN. But what exactly is an ISBN, and why is it so crucial for your book’s success? An ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is a unique identifier...
Is 30,000 words a book…or just a very long text with commitment issues? Relax. This guide gives you straight-shooting answers: the real minimum pages for books, clean conversions (like how many pages is 1,000 words?), and genre context so you’re not pitching a novella as an epic—or vice versa. We’ll...
If you’re navigating the world of book publishing and distribution, you’ve likely come across two important terms: ASIN and ISBN. Both are identifiers used to track and manage books, but they serve different purposes and are used in different contexts. While the ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is a globally...
For any author, understanding how book royalties work is essential to making informed decisions about publishing and earning money from their work. Royalties are the percentage of book sales that authors receive as income, and they play a critical role in an author’s financial success. In this blog, we’ll explore...
Picture this: You’re walking through a bookstore (or scrolling through endless titles online), and something catches your eye, it’s that one book cover that makes you pause. That’s the power of a great cover: it’s your book’s first chance to make a killer impression. It’s like meeting someone for the...
In the past, publishing a book required navigating the labyrinth of agents, publishers, and long waits. But now, self-publishing has completely flipped the script. With just a few clicks, authors can turn their ideas into books, bypassing traditional gatekeepers and claiming full creative control. The power to publish is in...