While the industry screamed “be louder,” Annabel Chase built 150-plus books, a dozen series, and an international readership without ever putting her face on camera.
In the second quarter of the year, columnist Susan Odev reminds authors that publishing successfully starts with writing sustainably—whatever that looks like for them.
Finding third spaces—community spaces outside of your work and home—can increase your focus, productivity, and progress. They also can improve your mental health.
Three authors share how their neurodivergence has affected their businesses, how they’ve adapted systems and strategies to reflect their needs, and what they’ve learned while managing their diagnoses alongside their writing careers.
Whether planner or pants-er, columnist Susan Odev shares how outlining can provide structure and support for a new project, plus ways it can be adapted to fit your writing style.
IAM publisher Chelle Honiker’s latest project is designed to be the indie author’s operating system, integrating top publishing tools for every stage of the business into one platform.
How do you include character backstory without stopping the flow of the story? Book coach Rona Gofstein offers her advice on keeping the balance between a character’s past and their present on the page.
Newsletter swaps are one of the most effective, low‑cost ways to reach new readers. Here’s how to find partners, present compelling recommendations, and build long‑term relationships that benefit you and your readers.
In this installment of her yearlong series, columnist Susan Odev examines how to turn any book into a series without locking yourself, or your readers, into a complex saga. But when should you keep the story going, and when should you let it stand alone?
AI technology has moved well past chatbots. Most authors have, too—just not in the direction you may think.
The library of ambient sound mixes and background music is fully customizable and curated to help with focus, creativity, and stress relief, including for neurodivergent people and those with hearing loss.
AI Went From Answering Questions to Taking Action.
A solid reader base ensures your books will always have an audience, but building that fanbase through constant engagement can lead to burnout. Adjust your strategies—and your mindset—to find and feed your superfans without running out of creative fuel for yourself.
I’m ditching my house, packing my life into a carry-on, and going full digital nomad. That feels like a weird way to open a publisher’s letter, but it’s the honest version of where my head is right now—and it connects to everything else happening at Indie...
Columnist Susan Odev examines what an author’s brand promises readers and the elements authors should consider first when launching a new pen name.
While the industry screamed “be louder,” Annabel Chase built 150-plus books, a dozen series, and an international readership without ever putting her face on camera.
Your weekly roundup of IAM headlines you may have missed, upcoming IAT events and webinars, and the latest news from the independent publishing world.
In the second quarter of the year, columnist Susan Odev reminds authors that publishing successfully starts with writing sustainably—whatever that looks like for them.
Your weekly roundup of IAM headlines you may have missed, upcoming IAT events and webinars, and the latest news from the independent publishing world.
Finding third spaces—community spaces outside of your work and home—can increase your focus, productivity, and progress. They also can improve your mental health.
Three authors share how their neurodivergence has affected their businesses, how they’ve adapted systems and strategies to reflect their needs, and what they’ve learned while managing their diagnoses alongside their writing careers.
Your weekly roundup of IAM headlines you may have missed, upcoming IAT events and webinars, and the latest news from the independent publishing world.
Whether planner or pants-er, columnist Susan Odev shares how outlining can provide structure and support for a new project, plus ways it can be adapted to fit your writing style.
Come and quiz the Head of Publishing at Kickstarter Wednesday 18 March
IAM publisher Chelle Honiker’s latest project is designed to be the indie author’s operating system, integrating top publishing tools for every stage of the business into one platform.
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 do you include character backstory without stopping the flow of the story? Book coach Rona Gofstein offers her advice on keeping the balance between a character’s past and their present on the page.
This week's webinar from Indie Author Training
Newsletter swaps are one of the most effective, low‑cost ways to reach new readers. Here’s how to find partners, present compelling recommendations, and build long‑term relationships that benefit you and your readers.
Your weekly roundup of IAM headlines you may have missed, upcoming IAT events and webinars, and the latest news from the independent publishing world.
