What is an index? If you’ve ever read a book in your life (which we hope you have) you’ve come across and used an index. The exact definition is, “an alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc., with references to the places where they occur, typically found at the end of a book.” If you crack […]
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Everything Self-Publishers Need to Know About Ebook Formats
Congratulations! Your book is done. The hours of research and writing are finished and your book is ready to be published for your readers to find and enjoy. One of the best ways you can easily reach new readers for your book is by publishing as an ebook through online book retailers such as Amazon […]
Audiobooks on LibriVox: Are They Any Good?
This month we’ve been featuring content all around audiobooks and, in particular, how to listen to them. This week we’re diving into LibriVox. But first, let’s talk about your commute. As commutes to work and general drive time fill up so much of our lives, listening to a great audiobook can fill the time while […]
The 20 Best Audiobooks on Spotify (And How to Listen to Them)
Last week, we went into detail about listening to audiobooks on YouTube. This week, it’s Spotify’s turn. I’m going to break down exactly where you can find audiobooks on Spotify. Since not everyone already has an account, I’ll walk you through exactly how to get into Spotify (no account required), search for audiobooks, and I’ll […]
Audiobooks on YouTube: How to Listen for Free
Audiobooks have absolutely boomed in popularity in recent years, and it’s not hard to understand why. Today’s lifestyle means that most people spend a lot of time on the go, whether that means they’re commuting to and from work, juggling a few different jobs, or managing household affairs. People are often looking for something to […]
What Are the Types of Editing? (6 Types To Know)
If you’re a writer, by now you likely personally understand the phrase: all writing is rewriting. Writers get an idea, convert that idea into a draft, and then edit, edit, edit until they’re satisfied with every word. It’s a long process, but knowing the impact writing makes in the lives of readers is worth it. […]
Epub vs Mobi
You’ve written your book and now you’re trying to decide what format to use to put it out into the world. Or maybe you’re still considering writing your book but you want to decide which format to use prior to writing. You’ve come to the right place. The format you choose to host your book […]
How to Add Text to a Picture (Easy Guide for Authors)
If you’re a self-published author, you may already know that writing is only one part of the gig. There’s a conception that writers don’t need to have any technical no-how—after all, people have been writing novels long before the invention of the computer, right? However, there are a ton of tech-based skills that can help […]
When to Use Nor (3 Useful Fixes for Writers)
Knowing when to use nor in your writing might not seem too important, but it’s a subtlety worth studying. Writing in the English language can be a bit of a challenge even if English is your first language. There are so many grammatical rules that fluctuate depending on the context of a sentence, such as […]
What is Passive Voice Misuse? (Examples and Fixes)
It’s unlikely the classics we grew up studying in school would sell well today. And it’s unlikely the books that hit bestseller lists would have sold a hundred years ago. Why? Because writing evolves and is an ever-changing process. What sold hundreds of years ago doesn’t connect with today’s readers. In a fast-paced world of […]
