Publishing a book on your own takes guts, but getting people to actually find and read it? That’s where most authors hit a wall. Relying solely on Amazon algorithms or sporadic social media posts often means your book sits unseen while thousands of others flood the market every single day. Discoverability is the real challenge. […]
Audiobooks have exploded over the past decade. In 2023 alone, the global audiobook market was valued at $5.3 billion and is projected to surpass $35 billion by 2030. That’s a massive shift in how people consume stories. More people are listening while commuting, cleaning, working out, or falling asleep. It’s passive, it’s convenient, and it
If you’re looking to publish your book and immediately thought of Amazon Kindle, you’re not alone. With over 1.5 million self-published books released every year, Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) has become the go-to platform for new authors. It’s fast, it’s accessible, and it places your ebook on the largest online bookstore in the world.
To Kill a Mockingbird remains one of the most powerful and widely read novels in the world. Since its publication in 1960, the book has sold more than 40 million copies globally, been translated into over 40 languages, and continues to sell more than a million copies each year. That’s not luck. It’s longevity earned
If you’re an author or publisher keeping an eye on book publishing trends in 2025, you’ve probably noticed something big happening: more writers are skipping traditional retailers and selling books directly to readers. This isn’t a fluke. It’s the rise of direct-to-consumer (D2C) book sales, and it’s reshaping how books are marketed, sold, and read.
If you’re dreaming of seeing your book on shelves at Barnes & Noble or your name printed by one of the Big Five publishers, you’re probably wondering: How long does traditional publishing take? The truth? It takes time. More time than most new authors expect. You could pour your heart into a manuscript, polish it
If you’re self-publishing a book in 2025, your genre can make or break your success. You could write a masterpiece, but if it’s in a genre no one’s searching for—or worse, one that’s oversaturated without a solid niche—you’ll struggle to get readers, reviews, or royalties. That’s why choosing the right book genre requires both creativity
Excited about self-publishing your book in 2025? Hold up. Take a deep breath. It’s not as simple (or as cheap) as it sounds. The first steps can be a little confusing and a lot more expensive than you expect. And if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably already stared at your screen thinking, “How much
Have you ever stared at your screen and wondered if your writing could actually pay off—literally? That thought crosses the minds of more writers than you might think. I remember sitting at my desk with a half-finished story, thinking, “Is this just a hobby, or can this actually go somewhere?” For a long time, I
Up until about ten years ago, the main way people bought and read books on Amazon was through the Kindle Store. Readers had to purchase individual eBooks—sometimes at a discount—but each book had its own price tag. There was no subscription option, so avid readers often ended up spending a lot to keep up with
