CategorySelf Publishing

Kindle Direct Publishing for Australian Authors

How does self-publishing work on Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing? If you’ve written a book and dreamed of publishing it, Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) is an Amazon self publishing service available to all Australian authors. Through KDP, Australian authors can self publish ebooks, paperback, and hardcover books. In the following guide, we’ll focus on Amazon […]View post →

Pros and Cons of Self-Publishing In Australia

What are the pros and cons of self-publishing in Australia? So, what are the pros and cons of self-publishing in Australia? Good question. Great question. For many writers and aspiring authors, this question will be the first serious question they consider after they finish writing their book. Should you pursue a deal with a […]View post →

6 Steps to Consider Before You Self-Publish

Have you taken all the steps necessary to self-publish your manuscript? First of all, congratulations on finishing your manuscript, but before you rush ahead, here are 6 steps to consider before you self-publish, including choosing the best self-publishing platform for your book. Regardless of whether you are Australian, New Zealand, or an international author, […]View post →

Amazon Book Categories Has Changed for Authors!

What has changed about Amazon book categories, and how will it affect you as an author? If you didn’t know already, Amazon book categories have changed, or the way authors choose them has. The first I knew about the new Amazon category situation was when I uploaded my latest book and sent off the […]View post →

What Is the Self-Publishing Process?

What steps are involved in self-publishing a book in Australia, and what’s the self-publishing process? We’re often asked by new Australian authors what is the self-publishing process. It’s easy to forget that we were all new once, and while self-publishing seems straightforward to experienced self-published authors, it can be pretty intimidating for new authors. […]View post →

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

Is republishing your book better than updating it? If you have found your way to this article, there’s a good chance that you’ve had an issue with your book and you’re now considering republishing or updating it. However, which option is best for you and your book? Luckily, self-publishing gives you a lot of […]View post →

The Difference Between Editing and Proofreading

What’s the difference between editing and proofreading, and why’s it so important? One of the common questions that new authors ask is, ‘What’s the difference between editing and proofreading?’ It’s essential to understand if you’re purchasing editing services, what you’re paying for, and what you should expect. While proofreading and editing are essential steps […]View post →

Amazon KDP Announces Printing Costs Increase

Amazon KDP announced a printing costs increase for the first time in six years, but how much and what does it mean for self-published authors? Waking up to an announcement about an Amazon KDP printing costs increase is never great for any self-publishing Australian author. According to their email, Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) […]View post →

How Do Authors Get Paid In Australia?

How are you making money as an author in Australia? For new authors, making money and understanding how authors get paid in Australia can feel like a bit of a mystery. I know when I first entered the world of self-publishing, the whole process was a complete mystery. I did understand that authors made […]View post →