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An informational resource for self-publishing writers filled with writing, editing, design, printing, and marketing tips.
Amazon KDP and Createspace | Publish My Book
Amazon KDP, formerly called Createspace, is the self-publishing arm Amazon has created for book print on demand. Most self-publishing authors use Amazon KDP because of its ease of use and the cost to print self-published books.
Book Layout & Design | Formatting Your Book Interior
While your cover is the most important part of your book, the interior is the second. Here's what you can expect at each price level.
Self-Publishing a Book Checklist
I've always found checklists handy, and this one for self-publishing is no exception. If you think I've left something out, let me know so I can add it. Feel free to print this and share with my business name on it. Most important (and do this before you pay anyone to do any work on your book or you'll waste a lot of money)
Jacket Copy and Bios for a Book Cover
We write your jacket copy for you, making sure it opens and closes with a hook — words that make the person reading the back cover want to read more or even buy it. We also write bios — one longer one for inside the back cover, and one short one to go beside your head shot for the back.
How Much Does Editing a Book Cost?
The average cost for book editing runs from $30 to $60 per hour or $0.012 to $0.24 per word, depending on what type of editing you need. According to the Editorial Freelancers Association, basic copyediting costs 1¢ to 3¢ per word, heavy and website copyediting costs 3¢ to 10¢ per word, developmental editing costs 4¢ to 22¢ per word, and substantive or line editing costs 3¢ to 24¢ per word.
How to Edit a Book for Free: A 6-Point Checklist
Hiring a professional editor to edit your book is expensive! Read these six tips on how to make your writing as error free as possible for free.