If you’re self-publishing and only focusing on Amazon Kindle, you’re missing out on one of the most underrated ebook marketplaces in the world: Apple Books. With over 1.8 billion active Apple devices worldwide, Apple Books is installed by default on every iPhone, iPad, and Mac. That means the app is already sitting in your potential […]
Every year, thousands of books hit the market. Some make a splash, most fade quietly. But a few rise to a different level and earn a spot on the NY Times Best Sellers list. That list is more than a ranking. It’s a signal to readers, publishers, and the entire industry that a book is
Writing a novel from scratch takes more than creativity. You need structure, vision, and a deep understanding of storytelling. If you’re serious about becoming a published author, especially in fantasy fiction, studying J.R.R. Tolkien books is one of the smartest investments you can make in your craft. Tolkien wasn’t just a professor of language and
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 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
The promise of the Internet has always been access—access to knowledge, to community, to opportunity. And for many people around the world, that promise was delivered. With just a few clicks, you can learn a new language, read a scientific paper, or explore an out-of-print classic. That same wave of digital convenience gave birth to
The audiobook market is on fire, and it’s not cooling down anytime soon. According to projections from Deloitte and the Audio Publishers Association, audiobooks are expected to account for over 21% of global book publishing revenue by 2030. That’s not a prediction based on wishful thinking. It’s a direct reflection of how fast the format
If you’re an author trying to get noticed in a crowded market, learning how to use AI in writing and book marketing is one of the smartest moves you can make right now. The publishing world is packed with competition, and getting your book to stand out requires more than just writing talent. Traditional methods
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 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
