Streamline your writing and publishing process with tips on efficient workflows, project management, and tools that can help you stay organized and productive.
Understanding the Big Picture Rather than getting lost in the minutiae of innovations and market fluctuations, let’s draw lessons from the past. Consider the 1990s’ internet boom—nobody could have precisely predicted the dominant platforms and mediums that would emerge. Similarly, the future of publishing is uncertain, but one...
Gill Fernley Your book is finally finished, and it’s been edited to within an inch of its life. But you’re not quite ready to publish yet. As well as a quality, genre-specific cover, you’re going to need to get your book formatted for every way you want...
Eryka Parker Book formatting lays the cornerstone for captivating your readers from the very first glance. Beyond aesthetics, it plays a crucial role in enhancing the reader experience and establishing the credibility of your work. Meticulousness and attention to detail are necessary during the writing, marketing, and production stages, especially...
Maria Connor You read the how-to book. You borrowed the spreadsheet your author pal created. You invested in the trendy project management software. You have a checklist or three. Yet every time you launch a book, you cringe—because you forgot to order a cover and realized this when you...
Your Choices Trim size This is the size of your book typically shown as width x height, e.g., 8x10 inches. Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), IngramSpark, and Barnes & Noble produce full color POD books suitable for children’s books, and their distribution is the same as for all other...
Key Definitions to Remember When Formatting Your Book Your story is written and edited. The next hurdle is how to make it available to your readers. There are several options: you can use software such as Vellum to create a stunning e-book and print version. Or you can pay someone...
