September 22, 2026
Email Campaigns for Authors: 2026 Glossary & Guide
Learn the A-to-Z of email campaigns for authors selling books—key terms, sequences, metrics, and compliance—to boost launches. Get practical tips.
Notes from the publishing pasture.
Practical guides, honest commentary, and field notes on publishing your book, building a readership, and producing audiobooks that actually get listened to.
September 23, 2026
Publishing on KDP: 2026 Glossary for First-Time Authors
Publishing on KDP explained in plain English: a 2026 glossary of must-know terms, steps, pricing, ISBNs, and KDP Select. Learn and avoid mistakes.
September 16, 2026
EPUB MOBI Format in 2026: Which Is Best for Authors?
Compare the EPUB MOBI format in 2026—why EPUB now wins, when PDF still matters, and how to publish on Kindle. Discover the clear author roadmap.
September 15, 2026
KDP Self-Publishing on Amazon: 2026 Glossary & Guide
Master KDP Self Publishing Amazon terms in this 2026 glossary: royalties, printing costs, KU, metadata, pricing. Learn fast and publish smarter.
September 9, 2026
How to Write a Bio About Yourself Template (2026 Guide)
Learn How to Write a Bio About Yourself Template with fill-in-the-blank examples, a glossary, and placement lengths. Craft a standout bio now.
September 8, 2026
Novel Format Manuscript: 2026 Complete Formatting Guide
Learn the novel format manuscript specs: 12-pt Times New Roman, 1-inch margins, double spacing—plus print and ebook rules. Get the 2026 glossary.
September 1, 2026
How to Write an About Author Page: 2026 Guide + Examples
Learn what an about author page is, where it belongs, and how to write one (75–150 words, third person). See examples and a quick checklist.
September 2, 2026
Book Spine Design 2026: Glossary, Rules & Print-Ready Tips
Learn how to master book spine design in 2026 with a glossary, KDP vs Ingram rules, spine width math, and print-ready tips. Get the checklist.
August 25, 2026
Cost of ISBN in 2026: $125 Single vs $295 for 10-Pack
See the Cost of ISBN in 2026: Bowker’s $125 single vs $295 for 10, free ISBN pros/cons, and when to buy your own. Get clear steps to save.
August 26, 2026
Hardback vs Paperback Books (2026): Costs, Sales, Royalties
Compare hardback vs paperback books in 2026—durability, costs, royalties, and sales data for authors and readers. Learn when to publish each format.
August 18, 2026
What Is an ISBN Number? 2026 Guide for Indie Authors
What Is an ISBN Number? Learn why it matters for self-publishing, ISBN vs ASIN, and how to get one in 2026. Clear steps, costs, tips.
August 19, 2026
About Author Example: 12 Bio Examples & Templates (2026)
Learn how to write an author bio: About Author Example, genre-specific examples, templates, ideal length and placement, plus mistakes to avoid.