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If you’re a new Australian or New Zealand author just beginning on the self-publishing process, then the following blogs and articles are full of useful self-publishing advice, information, and guides. Along with affordable self-publishing services, our team at Author Services Australia has created helpful guides to the most popular self-publishing platforms, including Amazon KDP and IngramSpark Publishing, Apple Books, Smashwords, and many more.

On this page, you’ll find quick links to all our best blogs and essential author resources separated into categories to make them easy to find. We’re constantly updating it as we create new content, so be sure to check in regularly. At Author Services Australia, we understand that for new authors or aspiring authors, the self-publishing process can be a little daunting. That’s why we are committed to helping Australian, New Zealand, and Global authors self-publish their books in the most affordable and hassle-free way.

When it comes to essential author resources, we continually update the articles and guides on the ASA website. If there is any important or breaking news in publishing or self-publishing, we’ll also provide you with breaking updates. Self-publishing is difficult enough already without having to constantly search for essential author resources online.

 

ASA Essential Author Resources In One Convenient Online Location

The Self-publishing world is constantly evolving and changing. It’s because of this that we maintain and publish useful and helpful self-publishing blogs and articles for our readers. If you have struggled with any aspects of self-publishing and think other authors may benefit from a particular article topic, please don’t hesitate to reach out and contact us directly.

At Author Services Australia, we support Australian and New Zealand self-published authors and writers with a full range of affordable self-publishing services, including ghostwriting, copyediting, developmental editing, proofreading, ebook and paperback formatting, book cover design, children’s book illustrations, graphic design services, Amazon KDP Keyword and Category Research, animated book cover reveal videos, beta reading, and social media and marketing.

In our Essential Author Resources Blog section, you’ll discover: (hit the section below that you’re most interested in to jump straight to it)

 

Author Writing Articles and Writing Information and Tips

Creating the Perfect Book Outline

Why Website Content Is King In 2021

Professional Website Content Is Digital Marketing Gold

Is Your Website Doing You Justice?

7 Ways Blogs Help Your Business Grow!

How Do You Get Your Writing Ideas?

Tips for Writing Blogs and Articles for Your Business!

How To Boost Your Writing Productivity

11 Popular Book Genres Explained!

What Is Ghostwriting? The Complete Guide to Ghostwriters!

How To Write A Memoir – The Complete Guide to Memoir Writing for Beginners

How To Write An Author Bio

Tips for Working with A Ghostwriter

 

Editing Articles and Editing Information and Tips for Authors and Writers

Why Manuscript Evaluations are So Important!

10 Formatting Tips Your Editor Wants You to Know!

What Is A Manuscript Evaluation?

The Difference Between Editing and Proofreading!

The Top 6 Benefits of Professional Editing!

What Is Book Editing? The Book Editing Process!

What Are Beta Readers? The Complete Guide to Alpha and Beta Readers for Authors!

What Book Editing Services Do I Need?

Three Tips for Self-Editing Your Book

Implementing Beta Reader Feedback – The Complete Guide

What Is Proofreading? The Australian Authors’ Guide to Proofreading

Using Beta Readers to Tell Better Stories

 

Book Formatting Articles and Book Formatting Information and Tips for Self-Published Authors

Book Design and Formatting | The Complete Guide to Book Formatting

Why Professional Fiction Formatting Makes Sense!

What’s The Best Way To Get A Formatting Quote?

Everything You Wanted To Learn About Book Design

Do You Need Help with Fiction Ebook Formatting?

8 Formatting Tips for Your Fiction or Non-Fiction Book

 

Self-Publishing Articles, Information, Guides, and Tips | Essential Author Resources

How to Get Free Editorial Reviews for Your Book!

How To Write A Book Description That Kills!

How to Add Your Book to Multiple Browse Paths on Amazon

Avoid These Common Self-Publishing Mistakes

Do I Need An ISBN In Australia?

The Best Self-Publishing Platforms to Self-Publish Your Books!

The Complete Guide to Self-Publishing In Australia

How Much Does Self-Publishing Cost?

Suggestions For Self-Published Australian Authors

What Is Print On Demand for Authors?

Always Use A Clean Book Link when Sharing Your Book!

How Do Authors Get Paid In Australia?

Amazon KDP Announces Printing Costs Increase

Republishing Versus Updating Your Book – What’s the Best Option?

What Is the Self-Publishing Process?

Amazon Book Categories Have Changed for Authors!

6 Steps to Consider Before You Self-Publish

The Pros and Cons of Self-Publishing In Australia

Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing for Australian Authors: The Complete Guide to Amazon KDP!

The National Library of Australia and Australian Self-Published Author Requirements

Beginner’s Guide to Self Publishing Services

Creating An Amazon KDP Account For Authors

Getting Your Book Into Australian Libraries – The Complete Guide to Libraries for Australian Authors!

8 Tips for Self-Publishing Your First Book

The Complete Guide to IngramSpark Publishing for Australian Authors

Australian Authors Guide to Self-Publishing on Apple Books

How to Copyright A Book for Australian Authors

Amazon KDP Announces Significant Changes to Author Royalties

Why Self-Published Authors Should Create A Publishing Imprint

Amazon KDP Allows Authors to Schedule Book Releases

Australian Self-Publishing Myths and Misconceptions

Vanity Publishing: What Are You Really Paying For and What Is It Ultimately Costing You?

Making Money from Your Self-Published Book

Self-Publishing Trends and Predictions In Australia In 2026

 

Common Questions New Authors Ask – Blog Series

Does Every Writer Need An Agent?

Is Facebook the Same as an Author Website?

Should You Use A Pseudonym or Pen Name?

 

Children’s Books, Articles, Information, and Tips for Children’s Book Authors

Self-Publishing A Children’s Book 101

Children’s Book Week 2022 – Did You Celebrate It? 

7 Children’s Book Illustration Tips for Australian Authors

Picking A Children’s Book Title

Finding A Children’s Book Illustrator In Australia

Complete Guide to Children’s Book Design

Everything You Need to Know Before You Start Writing A Children’s Book!

Creating Fantastic Children’s Book Ideas

Don’t Make These Common Children’s Book Mistakes

 

Author Marketing and Social Media Articles, Information, and Tips

Weekday Hashtags That Are Perfect for Your Author Instagram

Complete Guide to Amazon Author Central For Authors

5 Ways To Promote Your Book On Goodreads!

Setting Up Your Goodreads Author Account

Amazon Author Central Now Displays the Number of Followers!

9 Post Ideas for Author’s Social Media

Why Every Author Needs An Author Marketing Plan!

What’s Threads, and Should Authors Be Using It?

When’s the Perfect Time for A Book Cover Reveal?

The Complete Guide to Social Media for Australian Authors and Writers

Get More Book Reviews As A Self-Published Author

 

Miscellaneous Author Articles and Blogs

New Year, New You, New Books!

Australian 2021 Publishing Trends

Introducing Author Services Australia

Mental Health Tips for Australian Authors and Writers

 

Australian Bookshops and Bookstores Supporting Australian Authors

Introducing Cracked and Spineless New and Used Bookstore!

Introducing the Hobart Bookshop

Introducing the First Chapter Book Shop

 

ASA Australian Author Interviews and Author Features

Author Interview with Australian Author Paul Dekmetzian

Author Interview with Australian Author Tara Wright

Author Interview with Australian Author Arabella Rosier

Author Interview with Australian Author Eliza Renton

Author Interview with Australian Author Simone Yemm

Author Interview with Australian Author Iris Blobel

Author Interview with Australian Author Kim Northwood

Author Interview with Australian Author Tayla Holborow

Author Interview with Australian Author Danny Gunn

Author Interview with Australian Author Heather Ewings

Author Interview with Australian Author Anthony Kearle

Author Interview with Australian Author Kelly Louise Jarris

Author Interview with Australian Author Charlotte Kemp

Author Interview with Australian Author Rosie La Rosa

Author Interview with Australian Author Rich Larsen

Author Interview with Australian Author Narelle King

Author Interview with Australian Author Jennifer Muscat

Author Interview with Australian Author Justin Veart

Author Interview with Australian Author Gabrielle Bassett

Author Interview with Australian Author E M Greville

Author Interview with Australian Author Kate R. Malley

Author Interview with Australian Author A. J. Eccles

Author Interview with Australian Author Sharon Giltrow

Author Interview with Australian Author Luci Fer

Author Interview with Australian Author Luella Stanley

Author Interview with Australian Author RJ Amos

Author Interview with Australian Author Simon J Carey

Author Interview with Australian Author Karen Hendriks

Author Interview with Australian Author Chelsea Luker

Author Interview with Australian Author Sandra Bennett

Author Interview with Australian Author Mesalie Feleke

Author Interview with Australian Author Stephanie Ward

Author Interview with Australian Author Marg Gibbs

Author Interview with Australian Author Pauline Yates

Author Interview with Australian Author Penny Macoun

Author Interview with Australian Author Maria P Frino

Author Interview with Australian Author Shelly Higgs

Author Interview with Australian Author Carrie Risely

Author Interview with Australian Author Frances Mackay

Author Interview with Australian Author Maura Pierlot

Author Interview with Australian Author Suzanne Patterson

Author Interview with Australian Author Kristin Haynes

 

ASA International Author Interviews and Features

Author Interview with International Author Miki Taylor

Author Interview with International Author Jennifer J. Coldwater

Author Interview with International Author Tim Edwards

Author Interview with International Author Merle R. Saferstein

Author Interview with International Author J.D. Williams

Author Interview with International Author Ivan Scott

Author Interview with International Author Gabriel Hamilton

Author Interview with International Author Rosalind B Sterling

Author Interview with International Author M.J. Glenn

Author Interview with International Author Louise Murchie

Author Interview with International Author Katy Hart

Author Interview with International Author A K Hauser

Author Interview with International Author Catherine Anne Castillo

Author Interview with International Author DAJ 2020

 

Cover Design Articles, Guides, Information, and Tips

5 Ways to Make Your Book Cover Design Stand Out

4 Tips for Working with a Book Cover Designer!

How to Design the Perfect Romance Book Cover!

7 Book Cover Design Tips for New Authors!

When’s the Perfect Time for A Book Cover Reveal?

The Complete Guide to Book Cover Design for Authors!

 

Australian Author Scam Alerts – Author Beware

Author Alert Riverhead Books Scam

 

Australian Local Author Events, Fairs, and Festivals

Tasmanian Indie Author Catch-Up and Tassie Indie Author Book Fair

RARE23 Melbourne, Romance Author & Reader Events

Margaret River Readers & Writers Festival

 

Australian Author Publishing Resources, Associations, and Organisations

The Australian Publishers Association

Introducing Sisters In Crime Australia

Introducing the Australian Society of Authors

Introducing TasWriters

 

Author Services Australia Core Values and Commitments

The Importance of Work-Life Balance for Authors and Team Members

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