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.
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 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.
August 11, 2026
Self Publication on Amazon: The 2026 A-to-Z KDP Glossary
Self Publication on Amazon, explained A-to-Z: clear KDP definitions, royalty math, pricing rules, and gotchas. Bookmark this 2026 glossary.
August 12, 2026
Can Self Published Books Be Sold at Barnes and Noble 2026
Can Self Published Books Be Sold at Barnes and Noble? Yes—learn the 3 paths (B&N Press, IngramSpark, local stores), 2026 rules, and returnability
August 4, 2026
Self Published Books on Amazon: 2026 Glossary (40+ Terms)
A complete 2026 glossary for self published books on Amazon: 40+ KDP terms—royalties, KU, ISBN vs ASIN, ads. Learn fast and publish smarter.
August 5, 2026
Kindle Book Formatting: The 2026 Complete Glossary Guide
Master Kindle book formatting with this 2026 glossary: file types, layouts, margins, TOC, common mistakes, and tools. Learn fast and publish right.
July 28, 2026
Amazon KDP Account: 2026 Glossary, Setup & Compliance Guide
Set up and manage your Amazon KDP account with this 2026 A-Z glossary: taxes, royalties, categories, AI, and compliance. Start publishing smarter.
July 29, 2026
14 Best Author Website Examples (2026) You Can Copy
Discover 14 Author Website Examples for 2026, with what to copy, what to skip, and the right next step for your genre. Get ideas to boost book sales.