The Self-Publishing Insider
Our blog for self-publishing authors delves deep into the information authors need to get their books published, marketed, and sold, including book printing, editing, cover design, interior layout, and more.
Paul Taylor: This Is Getting Old — A Memoir of Love and Aging
A Guide to Common Book Trim Sizes for Self-Published Authors
One of the first decisions authors make during the publishing process is choosing a trim…
Why Self-Published Books Fail
Every week, tens of thousands of new books are released into the market. Globally, estimates…
How to Know If Your Book Is Ready to Publish
Finishing your manuscript is a major milestone. But finishing your book and being ready to…
Is Self-Publishing Worth It?
If you’ve just finished your first book, you’re probably feeling a mix of excitement and…
How Book Royalties Really Work (And How to Know You’re Being Paid Honestly)
Authors typically earn $3 to $6 per book when self-publishing, depending on the book’s retail…
Why Book Metadata, Keywords, and Categories Matter for Discoverability
If you ask most authors what makes a book successful, they will usually point to…
How Much Does It Cost to Self-Publish in 2026?
Self-publishing gets more popular every year, but the costs can still feel confusing. One author…
Can AI-Generated Content Be Copyrighted?
The short answer is no—at least not when the work is created entirely by artificial intelligence. U.S. copyright law requires…
IngramSpark 2026 Price Changes
For those of you who are unfamiliar with the company, IngramSpark is a self-publishing platform that offers print-on-demand services similar…
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