“Harry Vanderspeigle” might’ve started as an alien in disguise, but by the time Syfy’s Resident Alien wrapped up, he was one of the most human characters on television. That’s what made it hit differently. You’re watching this extraterrestrial being who’s supposed to wipe out humanity, yet he ends up doing something most people struggle with: […]
Publishing on a single platform like Amazon KDP limits your reach. You’re essentially putting all your eggs in one basket and hoping that one ecosystem will carry your entire author career. Meanwhile, there’s a massive opportunity that many self-published authors continue to overlook: Google Play Books. This platform taps directly into the Android universe, where
Having an Amazon Prime account without knowing about Prime Reading is like paying for a buffet and skipping the dessert table: the good stuff is right there, and most people walk past it without realizing what they’re missing. Prime Reading is one of those under-the-radar perks that quietly adds real value to your membership. If
You wrote your book to help someone. To move them, teach them, or simply give them a story worth remembering. But none of that matters if no one finds it. That’s where becoming an Amazon bestseller comes in. Not as a vanity milestone, but as a way to put your book in front of the
BookTok has turned the publishing world upside down, and it shows no signs of slowing down. One 30-second video from a stranger can turn your self-published book into an overnight bestseller. TikTok’s BookTok isn’t just a trend anymore. It’s one of the most powerful tools available to modern authors. If you’re not using it, you’re
If you’re an author looking for a fresh way to reach readers, Spotify audiobooks could be the door you’ve been waiting to open. We’re not just talking about another format to check off your publishing to-do list. We’re talking about access to over 500 million people who already love pressing play. Spotify’s audiobook offering has
If you’re chasing the dream of getting traditionally published, chances are you’re not looking for shortcuts. You want the validation, the distribution, the prestige—the full experience of seeing your book in bookstores, reviewed in major publications, and maybe even optioned for film. You want to hold something that tells the world, “A team of professionals
If you’re serious about publishing your book the traditional way, understanding the traditional publishing process step by step is absolutely essential. A lot of writers dive into querying without realizing how much groundwork they need to lay first. Traditional publishing is not a guessing game or a lucky break. It’s a series of deliberate moves
Launching your first book? You might be staring at a hundred tabs right now, wondering: Which self-publishing platform is actually best for new authors? I’ve been there. When I self-published my first book, I thought the hardest part was writing it, but it turned out, choosing where to publish was just as overwhelming. Every platform
Ever notice how books from the same big publisher show different brand names on the spine? You might pick up a gritty fantasy novel by Tor Books and a feel-good romance title from Avon, only to find out later they’re both published by giants like Macmillan or HarperCollins. That’s not a coincidence. It’s the power
