In the vanity press business, there are a few honorable exceptions to the belief that it's fraught with peril; for far too many authors, though, the experience mirrors that of the authors who filed more than 800 complaints against Tate Publishing and Music. Tate Publishing closed its doors some time ago amid economic woes and vocal outcry on social media from their victims, but … [Read more...] about Tate Publishing Execs Arrested for Fraud, Extortion
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Book Publishing in Modern Times
Traditionally, authors would pass through judgements in the publishing world for getting their books published and distributed. In old times, it was a challenge for authors to market or produce their books without the help of a book publisher. But things have changed now in modern times. The growth of the internet and marketing digitalization, authors can now overcome many … [Read more...] about Book Publishing in Modern Times
Inkitt AI Self-Publishing Platform Nabs $37M
Image credit: Inkitt Inkitt is a brand-new self-publishing platform that allows people self-publish stories. Then, it uses AI and data science to select the most compelling stories. Finally, it tweaks, distributes and sells those stories on a second app Galatea. Now, it’s raised $37 million in aid of that ambition. The startup has already attracted 33 million users … [Read more...] about Inkitt AI Self-Publishing Platform Nabs $37M
MindStir Media: Pioneering Self-Publishing in the USA
MindStir Media is the leading provider of self-publishing and book marketing services in the United States. Bestselling author and award-winning entrepreneur J.J. Hebert founded the organization. The platform is intended to give authors all the necessary tools to share their work with the world. This year, MindStir Media has celebrated its 15th anniversary. J.J. Hebert … [Read more...] about MindStir Media: Pioneering Self-Publishing in the USA
Increase in Self-Published Creators: Blessing for the Industry
The increase in self-published creators within the Japanese manga industry marks a transformative blessing for the industry. Numerous contemporary hit series have originated as independently published web content. When these become famous, they catch the attention of major distributors. After the distributors take charge, they make new and improved versions of the original … [Read more...] about Increase in Self-Published Creators: Blessing for the Industry
4 Book Publishing Trends for 2023
When it comes to the publishing industry, the domain has seen several changes due to varying trends. The amalgamation of brilliant minds, innovative ideas, and, most importantly, emerging technologies have encouraged its huge growth. For this reason, the publishing industry is standing strong, with $28.1 billion in revenue as of 2022. Just like other years, 2023, too, has … [Read more...] about 4 Book Publishing Trends for 2023
Audiobook Scams Highlight the Issues in Self-Publishing
From the earliest days of self-publishing, scammers have been looking to make a buck. From paid review scams to enticing followers to download books simply for the pages views, there's no end to the ways people have taken advantage of these opportunities in a negative way. Every time a platform offers a new feature, someone figures out how to game the system, leaving … [Read more...] about Audiobook Scams Highlight the Issues in Self-Publishing
Big Changes that May Save Barnes and Noble
Everyone is talking about Barnes and Noble CEO James Daunt's keynote address to the Independent Book Publishers Association annual event recently. This important talk offered a lot of insight into crucial changes at the brick-and-mortar locations (especially as to how the company is bouncing back from a global pandemic), from mundane changes like new furniture to major … [Read more...] about Big Changes that May Save Barnes and Noble
Should You Start an Author Podcast?
Podcasts are nothing new, but it may have taken a devastating global pandemic to breathe some new life into the medium. While a number of widely-consumed podcasts have been around for years, the need for new content and new ways to enjoy it have brought about a new wave of podcast popularity. First, some numbers. This article from Passive Voice highlights the findings of the … [Read more...] about Should You Start an Author Podcast?
KDP Change Means No More MOBI Files
Uploading self-published or small press titles to Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing platform has made a tremendous difference in the industry for authors and publishers alike. This somewhat user-friendly system means practically anyone can publish a book to the company's platform and sell their titles directly to readers on Amazon. For years, Amazon has had specific formats … [Read more...] about KDP Change Means No More MOBI Files
B&N Press Just Sweetened Its Deal for Indie Authors
One of the most important things about self-publishing has always been that authors were finally in control. Without gatekeepers blocking the way, authors could sell where they wanted to, price their books how they wanted, write whatever genre and crossovers they wanted. Choice is a glorious thing when it comes to buying and selling, but that choice diminished somewhat with the … [Read more...] about B&N Press Just Sweetened Its Deal for Indie Authors
Self-Publishing increased by 40% in 2018
Self-publishing grew by a rate of 40% in 2018 and it will not slow down anytime soon. The combined total of self-published print books and ebooks with registered ISBNs grew from almost 1.2 million in 2017 to more than 1.6 million in 2018. Digital books accounted for 8% of all self-published titles. The vast majority of those books came from the top three independent publishing … [Read more...] about Self-Publishing increased by 40% in 2018
A New Indie-Like Day Is Dawning for Barnes and Noble
If you're lucky enough to live in a town with a thriving indie bookstore, be sure to count your blessings. If the only bookstore within driving distance is a Barnes and Noble, you might not be so fortunate. The way B&N has operated for the past few years, you might not even consider it a bookstore, at least not when you look around at the pillows, t-shirts, candles, and … [Read more...] about A New Indie-Like Day Is Dawning for Barnes and Noble
Wattpad’s 10th Anniversary Watty Awards Now Open
Whatever your summer plans were, put them on hold. If you're an author or a reader and you're not using this platform, you're missing out... Crowd-based reading platform Wattpad enables authors and readers to connect over great content, something that many other platforms have tried (and failed) to do. With over 70 million users in its community who spend more than 22 … [Read more...] about Wattpad’s 10th Anniversary Watty Awards Now Open