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Since our inaugural issue, Indie Author Magazine’s slogan, “When Writing Means Business,” has shaped our coverage. We’ve highlighted tech tools, platforms, and strategies to help you expand your earnings and reach new readers, and we’ve explored every stage of the publishing process to help you grow in...
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I’m not ashamed to admit that I’m not a tech-savvy person. I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself a Luddite, but figuring out a new program has usually sparked more grumbling than excitement. Give me a paperback, a physical planner, and a nice pen any...
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