The Business of Writing

Guides on publishing, marketing, monetization, and building a sustainable author career.

An Indie Author’s Guide to Audiobook Production

Everything indie authors need to know about why, how, and where to produce high-quality audiobooks.

Abusing the Kindle book return policy threatens the livelihoods of authors.

This article looks at the arguments for and against publishing under a pen name.

How to establish yourself as a recognizable author with a consistent brand your fans will remember.

Everything you need to know about putting together a newsletter that your fans will love.

Learn about copyright law, and the legal protections that come with registering your writing.

Build your author platform with a well-organized and informative website.

An overview of actions to take to prepare yourself for a successful book launch.

Learn about reader magnets, the different forms they can take, and why they're useful for authors.

From planning to publishing, we outline everything an indie author needs to know in 2026.