As a Wattpad author, you must have atleast once thought of pre-scheduling your Story Parts, so readers can read your story seamlessly. Fortunately, now you can do so, thanks to the newly launched Wattpad Publishing Scheduler. Wattpad Publishing Scheduler is a new initiative by the platform to ensure a steady publishing regime for building an engaged audience. It schedules your … [Read more...] about Wattpad Publishing Scheduler has Launched: How to Use It
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Webtoon Collaborates With Wizards of the Coast For a New Series
Image credit: autospyders Good news! Webtoon has recently announced its partnership with award-winning games developer/publisher Wizards of the Coast for a new upcoming series. The series is titled Brie and the Borrowed Blade, and it's likely to launch in 2024.The very first look of this collaboration was disclosed on July 23 during the San Diego Comic-Con, as the "D&D … [Read more...] about Webtoon Collaborates With Wizards of the Coast For a New Series
2600 Magazine Defies DRM: Launches Own Digital Distribution
The iconic hacker publication 2600 is an American seasonal publication on a variety of technical subjects including hacking, Internet protocols and services, telephone switching systems, etc. The magazine is available in both physical and digital formats. It started its digital distribution using the Kindle’s Newsstand service.In response, 2600 as launched its digital … [Read more...] about 2600 Magazine Defies DRM: Launches Own Digital Distribution
Bytedance’s 8th Note Press Starts Approaching Authors
Image credit: tennesseestar TikTok’s parent company ByteDance has launched its book publishing arm, "8TH NOTE PRESS", this year for courting self-published authors. Now, the new publishing arm has started approaching authors with publication offers.8TH NOTE PRESS aims to publish downloadable fiction ebooks on various topics. According to ByteDance, the publisher will also … [Read more...] about Bytedance’s 8th Note Press Starts Approaching Authors
Important Update on Kindle Direct Publishing Categories
Image credit: veronicalanebooks If you're a self-published author using Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), this news is for you.Until recently, authors could select multiple categories for their books. But the new changes limit authors to just three KDP book categories. So, there is a chance that your book may get lost among the ocean of titles.Since its … [Read more...] about Important Update on Kindle Direct Publishing Categories
Self-Published indie authors make more money than traditional authors
According to the Independent Author Income Survey, self-published authors are earning more than those traditionally published. The online survey was conducted by a UK-based organization, the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi). The survey, conducted in February/March of 2023, focused on self-published authors' incomes and related strategies. Key findings of the survey … [Read more...] about Self-Published indie authors make more money than traditional authors
ebook revenue slightly decreased by 0.9% in May, 2023
Digital book revenue in the United States slightly fell 0.9% for May 2023. The format generated $81.1 million, while digital audiobook sales increased by 15.3% for May, coming in at $68.9 million in revenue. Physical Audio was down 8.5%, coming in at $1.1 million. Year-to-date, ebook revenues were down 3.1% at $24.0 million, and Digital Audiobooks revenue was up 10.2% at $19.3 … [Read more...] about ebook revenue slightly decreased by 0.9% in May, 2023
The Rise of Self-Publishing and the eBook Market
Self-publishing and eBooks have opened up exciting new possibilities for writers worldwide. Now, authors have more control over their work, can publish books faster, and earn a larger share of the sales proceeds. With eBooks, authors can reach readers all around the globe and build dedicated fan bases. This shift towards self-publishing is transforming the publishing industry … [Read more...] about The Rise of Self-Publishing and the eBook Market
Writers, Did You Check Wattpad 2023 Watty Awards
The 2023 Watty Awards has just launched with exciting prizes! Wattpad, a leading self-publishing platform, organizes this global writing competition annually, inviting aspiring and well-known storytellers worldwide.Marking its 14th anniversary, the 2023 Watty Awards will be the biggest to date, with a flagship prize of over $50,000 and 10 adaptation opportunities for film, … [Read more...] about Writers, Did You Check Wattpad 2023 Watty Awards
Wattpad to Launch its Publishing Scheduler – to Empower Authors
Wattpad is going to launch its Publishing Scheduler designed to redefine the publishing experience. The new tool, which will be available on July 19, will help webnovelists connect and engage with readers in a whole new way.Here is how:Studies show that 77% of Wattpad readers are more likely to read regularly updated ongoing stories. The Publishing Scheduler will allow … [Read more...] about Wattpad to Launch its Publishing Scheduler – to Empower Authors
Booktopia Partners with VitalSource to Launch Digital Textbook Platform
Booktopia (Australia’s largest online bookstore) has partnered with VitalSource (the world’s premier education technology provider) to launch a digital textbook service – Bookshelf. The new best-in-class eReader platform will enable Booktopia customers to access digital textbooks.VitalSource’s Bookshelf comes with a full suite of built-in study tools, including flashcards, … [Read more...] about Booktopia Partners with VitalSource to Launch Digital Textbook Platform
Harlequin to Launch TikTok-inspired Imprint for Romance Readers
Image credit: harlequin In the US, Harlequin, a Canada-based romance and women's fiction publisher will release a new imprint, Afterglow Books, reports Publishers Weekly.According to Harlequin, the imprint will be inspired by TikTok’s #spicytok content. Set to launch in January next year, the imprint will target readers who love contemporary romance reads. It will publish … [Read more...] about Harlequin to Launch TikTok-inspired Imprint for Romance Readers
Wattpad Has Revamped its Creator Program for Writers
Good news for writers! Well-known online story-telling platform Wattpad is all set to renovate its creators' programs. It seems like the new approach will make things more accessible for the writers. The company made the announcement on June 1.The Wattpad Creators program is currently in its second year. The program that was launched a year back assures diverse advantages, … [Read more...] about Wattpad Has Revamped its Creator Program for Writers
Book Banning Increases Curiosity Among Readers Resulting in High Sales
Despite the rising trend of book banning in the USA, it seems like readers can't get enough of these controversial books. This year in March, ALA released data that indicated how book challenges nearly doubled in 2022 from 2021. About 2,571 unique titles were targeted for censorship in 2022 from 1858 back in 2021 (resulting in a 38% increase). In this list, a large number of … [Read more...] about Book Banning Increases Curiosity Among Readers Resulting in High Sales