Joseph Alexander on Building a Sustainable Indie Publishing Business
At Fundamental Changes, a smaller release schedule reflects a bigger decision: choosing the work, people, and obligations the successful music publisher wants to sustain.
Chelle Honiker
Chelle Honiker empowers indie authors to thrive in publishing. As publisher of Indie Author Magazine, she helps authors navigate the business of storytelling with confidence, strategy, and community.
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Evan Gow on Author Mailing Lists and the Business of Reaching Readers
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Phil Marshall and the Work Behind AI Audiobooks
Spoken’s co-founder wants to put a full voice cast within independent authors’ reach. His own novel shows it’s possible—and that, even with AI, a finished performance still includes a human touch.
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.
AI Copyright for Indie Authors: Where We Stand Now
Three years after IAM’s first article on the legality of copyrighting AI, a series of court rulings, Copyright Office reports, and billion-dollar settlements have reshaped the landscape.
Ten Tips for Setting up a Direct Sales Storefront
Thirty percent of indie authors are selling direct. Another 30 percent plan to start this year. Here’s how to join them without overcomplicating it.