When Writing Means Business
The trade publication for indie authors — news, strategy, and craft for every publishing path: self-published, hybrid, small press, and trad.
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Sara Rosett Shares How She’s Built a Cozy Career in Indie Publishing
The Cozy Mystery author started in traditional publishing. Now a full-time indie author, she shares what she’s learned in craft books and on her podcasts to help others build a sustainable career too.
IAM’s Second Print Issue of 2026 Is Here, Plus Publishing News You May Have Missed
Your weekly roundup of IAM headlines you may have missed, upcoming IAT events and webinars, and the latest news from the independent publishing world.
Author Inklings: The Invisible Art of Book Formatting
Readers may judge your book by its cover, but what’s inside matters just as much. Columnist Susan Odev explores the basics of book formatting, the platforms you can use, and the pitfalls to avoid.
Issue #58 - Building Your Author Business Your Own Way
Learn ten tips for setting up a direct sales storefront. Read how Annabel Chase, Theresa Goodrich, and Deborah Wilde paved their own paths in indie publishing. Plus, how AI has affected copyright law, this year’s publishing trends on Kickstarter, and how a sleep reset can make you more creative.
Publishing News This Week: Final $1.5 Billion Anthropic Settlement Approved
Your weekly roundup of IAM headlines you may have missed, upcoming IAT events and webinars, and the latest news from the independent publishing world.
Indie Publishing News: Exploring Newsletter Platforms in 2026
Your weekly roundup of IAM headlines you may have missed, upcoming IAT events and webinars, and the latest news from the independent publishing world.
Author Inklings: Turning Your Blurb into Your Book’s Perfect Sales Pitch
Distilling a novel into a few paragraphs is a challenging art form to master. But following a simple, four-part structure can help you draft the perfect blurb for your book, no matter the genre.
Ten Tips for Creating Special Editions
Premium formats are no longer reserved for Big Five publishers. Here’s how indie authors are producing collector-grade books, and what to keep in mind if you decide to do the same.
KDP Expands 70 Percent Ebook Royalty Option: Publishing News This Week
Your weekly roundup of IAM headlines you may have missed, upcoming IAT events and webinars, and the latest news from the independent publishing world.
How Authors Are Succeeding on Kickstarter in 2026
Kickstarter’s Head of Publishing Oriana Leckert discusses the latest trends, strategies, and success stories from the platform, plus what authors should know before their first crowdfunding campaign.
Indie Publishing News: Booksellers Combatting AI Spam Are Keeping Authors in Mind
Your weekly roundup of IAM headlines you may have missed, upcoming IAT events and webinars, and the latest news from the independent publishing world.
Author Inklings: Well-Made Covers Create Your Book's First Impression
Before a reader ever opens your story, your cover will invite them to come closer. IAM columnist Susan Odev explores the elements that matter most, plus how to find a designer who can bring your vision to life.
Writing the Next Chapter: Theresa Goodrich on the 'Gut-Punch’ Diagnosis that Gave Her Permission to Stop Waiting
How the travel writer's cancer diagnosis inspired her to pursue her passion for storytelling—and how she's inspired others along her journey
Indie Publishing This Week: Boosting Book Sales with Discounts and Promotions
Your weekly roundup of IAM headlines you may have missed, upcoming IAT events and webinars, and the latest news from the independent publishing world.
Ask a Book Coach: Viewing Mistakes as Part of the Magic
Your character’s mistakes make for a stronger story; yours can make you a stronger writer. Book coach Rona Gofstein reminds authors that learning from failure leads to success, in fiction and in life.