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Irish publishers
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Kindle Update
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Amazon does it again
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Introductions Part II
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+ Website/Newsletter/Social Media
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Indie Author T-Shirts!
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Full List of Folders & Links
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+ Writing Process & Programs
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By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 339 views
last updated Jul 04, 2017 10:59AM
Pain points!
By Riley , Viking Extraordinaire · 10 posts · 60 views
last updated Mar 05, 2026 06:52AM
Are you scared of AI?
By Riley , Viking Extraordinaire · 18 posts · 74 views
last updated Nov 10, 2025 04:57PM
Talking Vs. Writing
By Jeremy · 18 posts · 94 views
last updated Sep 19, 2025 12:30AM
EIN and LLC
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Warning about editing farms
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last updated Aug 07, 2025 12:26PM
In Need of Translators
By Mary · 2 posts · 24 views
last updated May 28, 2025 10:02AM
Programs for translating a novel
By Luke · 6 posts · 46 views
last updated Feb 07, 2025 07:55AM
Scrivener for PC and iOS?
By Rachel · 14 posts · 52 views
last updated Aug 24, 2022 07:22PM
Developmental Editor - Should You Hire One/Where/How/Who?
By N.L. · 35 posts · 144 views
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+ Physical Book Publishing
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By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 150 views
last updated Jul 04, 2017 10:58AM
Adding the book on Ingram before the release
By Eva · 2 posts · 19 views
last updated Apr 08, 2026 10:45AM
Getting Indie Paperbacks into Stores
By Taylor · 37 posts · 292 views
last updated Aug 05, 2025 07:47PM
When using Kindle Direct Publishing can be a problem
By Emmanuelle · 34 posts · 229 views
last updated Feb 07, 2025 10:45AM
Is Brexit just an excuse?
By Gwen · 7 posts · 37 views
last updated Feb 07, 2025 08:22AM
Is it ever too late to expand?
By deleted member · 9 posts · 50 views
last updated Feb 07, 2025 08:05AM
Calibre and Kindle Create for print
By Tomas , Wandering dreamer · 36 posts · 120 views
last updated Aug 21, 2023 02:28PM
Formatting for both KDP and Ingramspark
By Ray · 22 posts · 97 views
last updated Aug 21, 2023 02:24PM
Gutter 'f's rejected in PDF for paperback
By Rock · 20 posts · 52 views
last updated Dec 29, 2022 10:09AM
eBook printing, Australia
By Terry · 2 posts · 30 views
last updated Sep 01, 2022 03:19PM
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+ Ebook Publishing
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By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 226 views
last updated Jul 04, 2017 10:57AM
Audiobooks
By Kelley · 3 posts · 34 views
last updated Jan 26, 2026 06:10AM
Creating Covers using AI stock images
By Tully · 4 posts · 40 views
last updated Jan 12, 2026 12:26PM
Amazon has made a change in blurb format
By Jay · 2 posts · 39 views
last updated Aug 04, 2023 12:18PM
Amazon Prime Reading
By Peter · 16 posts · 325 views
last updated Jun 13, 2023 09:41AM
Amazon Ratings Showing Up All At Once?
By Leah · 32 posts · 84 views
last updated Apr 12, 2023 03:25PM
E-books and ISBNs
By Richard · 2 posts · 26 views
last updated Apr 05, 2023 03:22PM
I've Published Online and Received a Federal Form 1099-MISC for Royalties. Now what?
By Sam (Rescue D… · 23 posts · 185 views
last updated Apr 02, 2023 05:35AM
Amazon tax interview
By Ian · 4 posts · 46 views
last updated Nov 06, 2022 09:11AM
Amazon A+ Content
By Eldon , Lost on the road to Mordor · 48 posts · 167 views
last updated Oct 19, 2022 10:13AM
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+ Blurb Workshop
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By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 312 views
last updated Jul 04, 2017 11:01AM
Blurb Help- Historical/mystery/drama
By J.U. · 1 post · 10 views
last updated Apr 10, 2026 07:49PM
BLURB HELP WITH MY POETRY BOOK
By Annette · 5 posts · 10 views
last updated Oct 22, 2024 07:40AM
Blurb Help - Space Fantasy/Comedy, Just Joe
By Phillip · 5 posts · 12 views
last updated Sep 20, 2024 06:24AM
Blurb Help - Middle Grade, From the Desk of Lizzie Lazowski
By Melody · 6 posts · 14 views
last updated Jul 12, 2024 08:37AM
Blurb help - Supernatural cozy mystery, Apprentice Witch
By Jessica · 2 posts · 21 views
last updated Mar 20, 2024 02:23PM
Blurb Help: Historical Romance, Without the Thunder
By Gifford · 3 posts · 15 views
last updated Jan 20, 2024 02:09PM
Blurb Help - Contemporary - Key & Zan
By D.T. · 7 posts · 25 views
last updated Jan 07, 2024 10:55AM
Reviviscence
By Ian · 6 posts · 19 views
last updated Nov 14, 2023 04:55PM
Blurb Help - YA Science Fiction & St. Perpetua Girls
By Waverly · 5 posts · 24 views
last updated Oct 19, 2023 08:30PM
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+ Cover Workshop
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By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 195 views
last updated Jul 04, 2017 11:00AM
PROPOSED NEW COVER
By Kendall · 9 posts · 26 views
last updated Jan 03, 2025 04:48AM
Cover Help - MG Graphic Novel, Key & Zan
By D.T. · 12 posts · 30 views
last updated Apr 17, 2024 03:49PM
Cover Help -- Military Sci-Fi -- The Soldiers' Perspective
By Phillip · 36 posts · 97 views
last updated Jan 31, 2024 05:18PM
Cover Help - Action/Adventure - Ignatius Inferno
By Edward · 14 posts · 32 views
last updated Oct 05, 2023 11:39AM
Fantasy Cover Help! Please :)
By Colum · 23 posts · 64 views
last updated Feb 15, 2023 09:14PM
Cover Help - Adventure/Suspense - Gravity Gone
By Martin · 13 posts · 31 views
last updated Feb 15, 2023 04:42PM
Cover for Dystopian Erotic Romance
By LongDraw · 13 posts · 31 views
last updated Feb 06, 2023 07:11AM
Question about this cover...
By Dwayne , Head of Lettuce · 9 posts · 61 views
last updated Aug 05, 2022 02:38PM
Cover Help - Action/Adventure - Broken Arrow
By Edward · 19 posts · 46 views
last updated Apr 25, 2022 02:31PM
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+ Writers Workshop
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By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 228 views
last updated Jul 04, 2017 11:01AM
In Need of a Beta Reader for a Fantasy Western
By Melissa · 2 posts · 26 views
last updated Mar 07, 2026 04:19AM
Looking for beta reader for 50k Western Horror
By Justin · 4 posts · 15 views
last updated Mar 05, 2026 12:43PM
Need beta readers for sci-fi/fantasy book
By T.M. · 1 post · 17 views
last updated Oct 02, 2025 03:01AM
Looking for free beta readers for my new Sci-fi/Romance novel
By Rina · 1 post · 18 views
last updated Apr 10, 2025 01:07PM
Looking for Beta Readers for the First few Chapters alternate history Sci fi
By Luke · 8 posts · 18 views
last updated Oct 20, 2024 01:40PM
Looking for Beta reader: YA Fantasy Romance
By Lucy · 5 posts · 29 views
last updated May 13, 2024 07:38AM
Editing Questions About E-Publishing a Public Domain Book
By Ben · 1 post · 12 views
last updated Apr 24, 2024 11:09AM
Looking for beta for Adventure Fantasy 18+
By Nat · 1 post · 16 views
last updated Aug 23, 2023 02:44PM
Seeking out beta readers
By Dwayne , Head of Lettuce · 6 posts · 45 views
last updated May 16, 2023 07:31AM
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+ Promotional Resources
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By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 492 views
last updated Jul 04, 2017 11:00AM
* Book Promotion Discussion Thread
By Christina · 1024 posts · 2704 views
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This topic has been closed to new comments. New launched Mystery book on BriBook
By Pushp · 1 post · 14 views
last updated Mar 27, 2025 01:04PM
Stacked Promo Results
By Christina · 68 posts · 1485 views
last updated May 23, 2020 11:08AM
Promo Results Single Advertiser
By Christina · 36 posts · 716 views
last updated Jan 28, 2020 08:53AM
This topic has been closed to new comments. Complete List of Paid Promo Sites
By Christina · 9 posts · 743 views
last updated Oct 16, 2019 09:31AM
This topic has been closed to new comments. Complete List of Free Promo Sites
By Christina · 7 posts · 1579 views
last updated Apr 25, 2019 02:30PM
This topic has been closed to new comments. Facebook Groups for Book Promotion
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last updated Jul 18, 2017 06:26AM
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+ Marketing Tactics
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Agencies that manage your marketing.
By deleted member · 1 post · 39 views
last updated Nov 26, 2025 04:13PM
Goodreads giveaways
By Antia · 32 posts · 145 views
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Transferring GoodReads Reviews to Amazon
By James · 20 posts · 2118 views
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Frustration
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last updated Aug 19, 2025 01:07PM
Youtube Channels...
By Lucy · 4 posts · 56 views
last updated Dec 29, 2024 07:42AM
Clarion/BlueInk reviews: worth it?
By John · 9 posts · 392 views
last updated Dec 28, 2024 03:19PM
LOW READERSHIP: Poor Marketing or Unappealing Book?
By Rida · 2 posts · 38 views
last updated Nov 12, 2024 04:32AM
Facebook Groups
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last updated Oct 10, 2024 12:15PM
Are professional reviews useful?
By Phillip · 69 posts · 598 views
last updated Apr 22, 2024 02:59PM
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+ SIA Investigate
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By Christina · 20 posts · 657 views
last updated Aug 08, 2017 02:00PM
This topic has been closed to new comments. * About the Moderators Investigate Folder
By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 246 views
last updated Aug 28, 2015 05:13PM
* Moderators Investigate!
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last updated Mar 22, 2025 03:00PM
IndieLitCatalogue
By Kelley · 15 posts · 92 views
last updated Nov 19, 2024 09:22PM
blueink Review
By Leslie · 35 posts · 673 views
last updated Apr 10, 2024 01:21PM
StoryRocket dot com
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last updated Feb 16, 2024 08:35AM
Indies Beware
By Caroline · 42 posts · 418 views
last updated Jan 07, 2023 11:25AM
This topic has been closed to new comments. 1 star rating attack
By Jeb · 7 posts · 118 views
last updated Jan 02, 2023 12:44PM
Request fro autograph?
By Katja · 8 posts · 34 views
last updated Nov 17, 2022 07:39AM
Readers' Favorite Review Website
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last updated Apr 12, 2022 07:40AM
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This topic has been closed to new comments. * About the Fun Folder
By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 213 views
last updated Aug 28, 2015 05:04PM
Misheard Lyrics (aka the Mondegreen Discussion)
By Dwayne , Head of Lettuce · 183 posts · 307 views
last updated Feb 16, 2026 01:25PM
Son of Quotes From Your Book
By Dwayne , Head of Lettuce · 87 posts · 254 views
last updated Jul 24, 2025 08:05AM
CO-AUTHORING
By Ethan · 3 posts · 24 views
last updated May 12, 2025 04:10AM
Hello Everyone! Happy to Connect with Fellow Indie Authors
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last updated Jan 02, 2025 09:18AM
Wrong Genre Bug
By Phillip · 11 posts · 31 views
last updated Dec 18, 2024 12:40PM
What are some weird things you have written as a kid?
By Lucy · 12 posts · 30 views
last updated Apr 22, 2024 02:55PM
How is self-publishing?
By Lucy · 41 posts · 358 views
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Author Research Study
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last updated Sep 12, 2023 12:45PM
Fun memes!
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last updated Jul 14, 2023 09:11PM
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+ Author Resources
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By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 196 views
last updated Jul 04, 2017 11:02AM
This topic has been closed to new comments. New novels
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last updated Oct 11, 2025 01:14PM
Tips or advice on how to get indie book listed on worldcat
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KDP Tax Withholding
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last updated Mar 15, 2023 11:53AM
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This topic has been closed to new comments. The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
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This topic has been closed to new comments. Have You Ever Tried a Book Trailer for Your Story?
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last updated Sep 05, 2025 07:16PM
This topic has been closed to new comments. I'm looking for Amazon Reviewers
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This topic has been closed to new comments. Free book
By Shaun · 1 post · 23 views
last updated Aug 19, 2025 12:50PM
This topic has been closed to new comments. Free today aug 11 only
By Nedelyn · 1 post · 16 views
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This topic has been closed to new comments. This Beautiful Being
By Rahul · 1 post · 11 views
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This topic has been closed to new comments. FREE EBOOK
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This topic has been closed to new comments. Your Life-Changing Opportunit...........
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This topic has been closed to new comments. Seeking Honest Reviews....
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This topic has been closed to new comments. Plot hole? I'll catch it for you.
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last updated Aug 28, 2015 05:00PM
* Helpful techniques for an author
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* General Goodreads Site Questions
By Amanda · 311 posts · 1133 views
last updated May 23, 2019 05:51AM
KENP - Kindle Unlimited - Understanding it
By Ellison · 75 posts · 816 views
last updated Dec 12, 2023 09:32AM
Is this the biggest author reader etiquette faux pas ever?
By J.D. · 10 posts · 85 views
last updated Sep 27, 2022 06:28PM
Has Anyone Worked With Bookbub?
By John · 84 posts · 662 views
last updated Aug 23, 2022 02:22PM
Fear of the indie author lifestyle
By deleted member · 74 posts · 271 views
last updated Dec 15, 2021 08:36PM
Reviews from accounts without profile pics?
By Dave · 2 posts · 34 views
last updated Jan 14, 2021 09:16AM
BARCODES FROM BOWKER
By Wanjiru · 8 posts · 34 views
last updated Sep 23, 2020 01:05PM
How to get reviews for your book?
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last updated Aug 18, 2020 03:20PM
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+ Archived Workshop No New Posts
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By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 426 views
last updated Aug 28, 2015 05:17PM
This topic has been closed to new comments. Beta Read Fail
By Erica · 29 posts · 162 views
last updated Oct 23, 2017 01:49PM
Blurb Critique/Historical Christian Fiction
By Kathryn · 8 posts · 24 views
last updated Jul 07, 2017 05:18PM
Blurb input
By Blaque · 4 posts · 27 views
last updated Jul 06, 2017 01:22PM
Blurb and Cover help please
By Grace · 23 posts · 63 views
last updated Jul 06, 2017 07:39AM
Book Synopsis - The Bipolar Addict
By Conor · 11 posts · 44 views
last updated Jul 01, 2017 03:33PM
Opinions on back cover synopsis
By Michael · 10 posts · 42 views
last updated Jun 27, 2017 07:35AM
Blurb For Memoir - Please Help
By Lyra · 23 posts · 44 views
last updated Jun 21, 2017 09:20AM
Blurb and Cover. What do you think?
By K.T. · 33 posts · 81 views
last updated Jun 16, 2017 10:17PM
Blurb help
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last updated Jun 16, 2017 09:50AM
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By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 520 views
last updated Aug 28, 2015 05:01PM
* Books not selling? Feeling confused? Let's talk
By C.L. · 1937 posts · 3897 views
last updated Dec 02, 2019 05:17AM
* Sales and Marketing
By Maurice · 791 posts · 2168 views
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* Advertising Previous Works in Your Other Works
By Justin · 40 posts · 250 views
last updated Apr 18, 2017 12:29PM
* Createspace Expanded Distribution: Pros/Cons
By E.A. · 44 posts · 1974 views
last updated Mar 08, 2017 01:19PM
* Booths and Cons?
By Emily · 115 posts · 471 views
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* Anyone seen results for goodreads ads?
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last updated Aug 05, 2025 07:53PM
* Ingram Spark, Createspace, Print and fulfilment
By Luke · 82 posts · 398 views
last updated Sep 14, 2017 05:11AM
Selling for $0.99 for BookGorilla...is it worth it?
By Svetlana · 20 posts · 366 views
last updated Sep 30, 2020 11:52AM
Amazon ad campaign?
By Serge · 64 posts · 773 views
last updated Oct 28, 2017 10:37AM
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* Free stock images that don't suck!
By Virginia · 15 posts · 1276 views
last updated Jan 07, 2019 11:48AM
This topic has been closed to new comments. * About the Author Resources Folder
By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 383 views
last updated Aug 28, 2015 04:59PM
This topic has been closed to new comments. * Need a Beta Reader?
By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 1 post · 1104 views
last updated Feb 28, 2015 09:57AM
* Word frequency tool
By J.D. · 110 posts · 649 views
last updated Jul 09, 2016 12:09PM
* The Writer's Toolbox
By Charles · 87 posts · 908 views
last updated May 16, 2019 07:11AM
* Author Resources, consolidated!
By Riley , Viking Extraordinaire · 47 posts · 770 views
last updated May 07, 2017 04:51PM
* Suggestion Box
By Ann , Supreme Overlord · 102 posts · 466 views
last updated Feb 01, 2017 07:03AM
List of Dates Important to Authors
By C.B. , Beach Body Moderator · 21 posts · 457 views
last updated Aug 31, 2025 05:55AM
This topic has been closed to new comments. Random Name Generator - awesome resource for writers - free website
By April · 19 posts · 403 views
last updated Jul 31, 2020 12:29AM
The Hemingway Editor
By D.J. Wilde · 20 posts · 425 views
last updated Jul 06, 2019 07:10PM
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