Author Services Australia | Essential Self-Publishing Author Resources | Blog Directory | Australian Self-Published Author Information & Guides
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)
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- Writing Articles and Writing Information and Tips
- Editing Articles and Editing Information and Tips
- Book Formatting Articles and Book Formatting Information and Tips
- Self-Publishing Articles, Information, Guides, and Tips
- Common Questions New Authors Ask – Blog Series
- Children’s Books, Articles, Information, and Tips
- Author Marketing and Social Media Articles, Information, and Tips
- Miscellaneous Author Articles and Blogs
- Australian Bookshops and Bookstores Supporting Australian Authors
- ASA Australian Author Interviews and Author Features
- ASA International Author Interviews and Author Features
- Cover Design Articles, Guides, Information, and Tips
- Australian Author Scam Alerts
- Australian Local Author Events, Fairs, and Festivals
- Australian Author Publishing Resources, Associations, and Organisations
- Author Services Australia Core Values and Commitments
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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
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
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
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
Author Services Australia Core Values and Commitments
The Importance of Work-Life Balance for Authors and Team Members

