Audiobooks represent the fastest-growing book format. The US audiobook market hit $2.1 billion in 2025, up 17% from the previous year. Most self-published authors recognize this opportunity but hesitate because audiobook production costs seem mysterious. The truth: audiobook production investment var...
Your book’s design determines whether browsers become buyers in the three seconds they spend evaluating your cover. Design trends shift constantly. What looked modern in 2023 now signals dated production. What worked in 2024 underperforms in 2026 as reader expectations evolve.
Publishing a children’s book involves different considerations than publishing fiction or nonfiction for adults. The technical specifications are more complex. The production standards are higher. The distribution channels matter more. And the platforms that work well for nov...
Publishing a book in 2026 doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Many first-time authors struggle with high fees, expensive agents, and hidden publishing costs. With the right approach, you can: Get professional editing, proofreading, formatting, and cover design...
You’ve invested in professional audiobook production. Your narrator delivered an excellent performance. The audio quality is flawless. Now you need to get your audiobook in front of actual listeners. Most authors default to Audible because it’s the largest platform. But publishing exclusi...
You’ve finished your manuscript. Congratulations. That’s an accomplishment most people who say they want to write a book never achieve. Now you’re staring at the publishing process, trying to figure out what happens next. Most first-time authors approach publishing with misconceptio...