It’s a new year and after the dumpster fire that was 2020, you’re feeling like you can spend some time in your business again. So what would help promote your business, make you stand out from your competitors and build your profile in your industry? A book would! In this article we introduce you to […]
READ MOREWhat makes a successful entrepreneurial author?
Can anyone write and publish an entrepreneurial book to build their profile and promote their business? The answer is obviously yes. Below are five tips and myths on what makes a successful entrepreneurial author. First the five tips for becoming a good entrepreneurial author: Success is not about book sales. It’s about building your profile […]
READ MOREHow to turn your small business ebook into a bestseller on Amazon
You don’t need to spend big bucks to find out how to become an Amazon bestseller. When you write and publish an ebook for your small business, you can use that ebook to run an ‘Amazon bestseller campaign’, in an effort to get that coveted ‘Amazon bestseller’ logo added to your book cover. If you […]
READ MOREHigh-quality printing in the age of self-publishing
Not that long ago it was very easy to recognise a self-published book. The design was poor, you didn’t have to look too hard to find errors or other unprofessional touches such as no ISBN or barcode, and numerous other clues. But often the biggest giveaway was obvious before you even opened the book: the […]
READ MOREHow to get a foreword or testimonials for your book
This is a question I am asked often: how do I get a foreword or testimonials for my book from people I respect or admire in my industry? There are a number of different ways you can approach this. The first step is usually a polite email or phone call to the person you are […]
READ MORE‘A Brief Guide to Self-publishing’
This is a brief guide to the steps involved in self-publishing a book. Includes information on planning, printing, editing, design and distribution. Download now
READ MOREFinding and briefing a designer
Many authors are unfamiliar with working with designers, so they can struggle with finding the right designer and providing a good brief. Here’s some tips to help you out. Finding a designer Here are some tips to help you find a good book cover designer: As with most things these days, finding a designer is […]
READ MOREDo you know the ‘why’ behind your book?
Most people have a book idea in them. Some of those people write their book and a few will go on and publish the book. How many of them do you think know the why, the reason they wrote their book? For novelists, the why may mostly be to entertain readers and share their story. […]
READ MOREMichael Hanrahan’s Top 10 self-publishing tips
Do your homework. What other books are out there that are similar to yours? What makes yours different? People must have a good reason to buy your book rather than the next one. Have your book professionally produced. Your friend who is good in Word might be able to make great Christmas cards, but that […]
READ MORECommon self-publishing questions answered (part 1)
I asked people to post their self-publishing questions on Facebook, and here are the answers! (Several questions were similar so I’ve combined a few into a single question and answer.) Thank you to everybody who submitted a query! When in my entrepreneurial or business journey should I publish my book? There’s no right answer to […]
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