David Kudler, Author at The Book Designer

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! #Audiblegate and the Audiobook Return Fiasco

Nov 23, 2020

Audible, the dominant retailer of audiobooks, has been actively encouraging customers to return audiobooks in exchange for new audiobooks.

Reflowable vs. Fixed-Layout Ebooks: Which is best for your book?

Sep 21, 2020

The vagaries of the reflowable ebook introduce uncertainty that doesn’t work for all ebooks. But with fixed-layout ebooks those uncertainties can be eliminated.

PublishDrive All In on Subscription Model

Jul 23, 2020

PublishDrive has shifted completely to a subscription-based model for all new accounts, completely eliminating the “pay as you go” plan for new accounts.

Using a Nom de Plume: Why You Might Want to Rethink Pen Names

Mar 26, 2020

Everyone considers using a nom de plume or pen name. I am going to offer an argument for not using a pen name — or, at least, for sticking to just one.

SEVEN Things You Should Be Including in Your Ebook (Revisited)

Dec 12, 2019

This is an update of a very popular post I wrote a few years back; it adds some updated info and refines some of the techniques I used back then.

I Can Get It for You Wholesale — Pricing Your Book

Nov 7, 2019

I was asked recently what factors affect the price that I give a book. Here are the considerations I take into account when pricing a book.

Have I Got a Book for You! Compelling Book Descriptions – Part 2

Oct 7, 2019

In Part 1, we discussed how to hook your readers with book descriptions. Now, let’s talk about how to tease your readers once they’re hooked.

Have I Got a Book for You! Compelling Book Descriptions – Part 1

Oct 3, 2019

You’ve gotten a potential reader to visit your book’s product page. Now it’s time to seal the deal. How? Your book description, that’s how.

3 Dos for Getting Reviews (and 4 Don’ts)

Jun 20, 2019

One of the most powerful tools for marketing your book is reader reviews. Here are a few dos and don’ts for getting reviews.

How Can I Promote My Book For Free?

May 16, 2019

Every author wants to know how to get the word out about his or her book. The most effective marketing that an author can do doesn’t involve paying money.