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Information and Resources for Australian Authors
eBooks explained – a quick primer on electronic books
Estimated reading time: 11 minutesSelf-publishing an eBook could be a good strategy for your project. They are a popular reading platform as they are easily transportable and affordable. EBooks are digital books that can be read online, on your computer, phone, and...
Is Goodreads good for authors?
Estimated reading time: 10 minutesGoodreads for self-published authors is a great marketing strategy. Goodreads is often used for book reviews and tracking your reading progress, but it can also be an excellent tool for authors. Marketing through Goodreads can help...
What is self-publishing?
Estimated reading time: 12 minutesSelf-publishing is the process of publishing any form of written content without using a traditional publisher or literary agent. This written content can be in the form of a book, magazine, zine, journal, and more. Historically in...
What you need to know about ghost writing
Estimated reading time: 10 minutesGhost writing a book is the process of hiring a professional writer to bring your story and ideas to life. There are many things to think about when considering hiring a ghost writer, including your budget, needs, and more. Contents...
What is typesetting?
Estimated reading time: 10 minutes Contents 1. What is typesetting?2. Why is typesetting important?3. How to typeset a book4. How to find a typesetter5. Do I need typesetting for an eBook?6. Examples of good typesetting1. What is typesetting? When a book is opened,...
Social media marketing for authors
Social media marketing for authors is extremely important. Do it right, and you can reach an unlimited number of potential readers and get your book out into the world. Contents 1. Why is social media good to use an an author?2. What is the best social media platform...
Does my title need a book index?
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Contents 1. What type of books require indexes?2. Benefits of indexing a book3. What are the different types of indexes?4. What is an indexer's role?5. Green Hill's book indexing methodologyBook indexing is a hot topic in the world...
Book editing for self-publishing in Australia
Estimated reading time: 10 minutesContents 1. What is editing for self-publishing books in Australia?2. Development/Structural editing for self-published books in Australia3. Copy editing for self-published books in Australia4. Proofreading for self-published books...
Valentine’s Day and the book trade
Take advantage of holidays like Valentine’s day to market your romance book.
How Australian book self-publishers can market their book on Amazon
Estimated reading time: 7 minutesContents 1. Amazon Author Central 2. Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) 3. Kindle Unlimited 4. Amazon Advertising 5. Book Reviews and Ratings 6. Book Launch 7. Book Covers 8. Retail Book Pricing There are over 200,000 books listed on...
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