Best Amazon Self Publishing Kdp Podcasts (2023)

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Is Amazon KDP Hiding Something? | Self-Publishing News (Oct. 2, 2023) 21:08

2h ago21:08

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Sean Dollwet recently shared how Amazon FBA integrated generative AI. After the recent addition of AI declaration in Amazon KDP, could we be training AI for them? Also, the Kindlepreneur Dave Chesson shared an updated keyword methodology for KDP. And, KDP rolled out a new Reports tab that is REALLY good. All that and more in the self-publishing new…

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If I Started an Audiobook Publishing Business Today 29:53

6h ago29:53

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Discover cost-effective strategies for publishing audiobooks in this video. Learn how to publish on platforms like Amazon and Audible, specifically through ACX and other self publishing platforms. Find out how to get your book into audio format without a hefty budget, whether it's for Kindle or print or neither types of books. Plus, we'll touch on …

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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Inspirational Indie Author Interview #143: Paula L. Estrela. Architect Constructs Humorous Children's Tales With a Serious Message 15:00

1h ago15:00

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My guest this episode is Paula L. Estrela, who was born in Brazil and now lives in the UK. She initially came to London as an architect to help set up venues for the Olympics. Now, she's an author who constructs tales for children that also contain important messages. ALLi's Inspirational Indie Author Podcast stream is sponsored by Kobo Writing Lif…

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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KDP Limits Titles: We Learn How Tricky It Can Be to Legislate Technology – Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway 18:20

2h ago18:20

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KDP limits titles, and we learn how tricky it can be to legislate technology. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center, with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts, and a …

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Launching a Book on Amazon | Julie Broad of Book Launchers 21:14

22h ago21:14

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Are you looking to launch your book through Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)? Would you like practical tips and best practices to self publish your book in a big way? Then, tune into this interview with Book Launchers founder, Julie Broad. Self-Promote & Succeed - https://DaleLinks.com/Julie Book Launchers on YouTube - https://www.YouTube.com/…

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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How to Emotionally Reach Your Readers, With Jeff Elkins — Self-Publishing Conference Highlight 49:47

19h ago49:47

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In this Self-Publishing Conference Highlight, Jeff Elkins discusses how to emotionally reach your readers. It's not enough to get a reader to pick up our books. We also have to reach them emotionally in order to keep them reading past the first chapter and to inspire them to tell their friends about our stories. The good news is, people are communa…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Keywords for KDP Books 22:25

3d ago22:25

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If you're publishing your ebooks and print books through Amazon KDP, then you can't overlook the importance of keywords in the discoverability of your content. Whether you're using free or premium tools, keyword research requires a better strategy than what you find in a cursory search. Finding the right keywords for Kindle Direct Publishing - whet…

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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Inspirational Indie Author Interview #142: CJ Archer. History, Mystery, Fantasy Author Boldly Mixes Genres 13:26

4d ago13:26

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My guest this episode is CJ Archer, an author of historical, mystery, and fantasy books, genres that the traditional publishing industry told her should not mix. So instead, CJ published them herself and hasn't looked back since. She writes about four books a year as her full-time job and has found a formula that works for her and her fans. ALLi's …

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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Shadow Library Lawsuit Shows Struggle Subscription Services Face Tackling Scammers: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway 15:28

6d ago15:28

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A shadow library lawsuit shows the struggle subscription services face in tackling scammers. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center, with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blo…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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YouTube for Authors | Margaret Pinard 22:03

8d ago22:03

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Are you an author thinking about breaking into YouTube? Have you considered YouTube to promote your author brand? Then, listen into this interview with co-host of the AuthorTube Writing Conference, Margaret Pinard. Find out why she broke into YouTube and how she balances videos and writing books. Margaret Pinard - https://www.YouTube.com/@MargaretP…

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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Leveling Up Your Publishing and Taking a New Turn: Publishing for Profit with Orna Ross and Shanaya Wagh 34:15

8d ago34:15

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In this first episode of the new Publishing for Profit stream: Leveling up your publishing and taking a new turn. Orna Ross introduces Indian author Shanaya Wagh, aka Shana Frost, also an intern at the Alliance of Independent Authors. Both authors, at different stages in their publishing businesses, are leveling up. They discuss what led to their d…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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HUGE FLAW in Amazon KDP Categories | Self-Publishing News (Sept. 18, 2023) 20:21

10d ago20:21

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The Publisher Rocket team discovered a HUGE flaw in the new categories system for Amazon KDP. Shopify is integrating Amazon Prime as an option. And, Spotify is testing out free audiobook trials. Kobo Writing Life wants your thoughts in their latest survey. IngramSpark wants to run your book promotions. All that and more in the self-publishing news …

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Record Your Own Audiobook 23:47

10d ago23:47

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Are you an author looking to start recording your own audiobooks for Amazon, Audible or any other audiobook retailer? Then, discover all the tips, tricks, and tech you'll need to record your next audiobook and make money in the process. Find out how you can use Audacity and other inexpensive tech to get the job done while maintaining a decent quali…

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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Inspirational Indie Author Interview #141: Katlyn Duncan. Hybrid Author Juggles Family, Work and Author Career Through Creative Scheduling 18:47

11d ago18:47

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My guest this episode is Katlyn Duncan, an author who juggles many roles. She's a mother, a full-time worker, a writer of thrillers and nonfiction advice books for other indie authors. She is also both a traditional and self-published author. How does she keep up with her many roles? I'll let Katlyn Duncan tell her story. ALLi's Inspirational Indie…

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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Cowriter Troubles, Buying Your Own ISBNs, Poetry Chapbooks, and More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast 48:20

13d ago48:20

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In this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black: Help! My cowriter isn't pulling their weight. What should I do? Other questions include: Should I buy my own ISBNs or use the free ones given to me by book retailers? What are some pricing ideas for poetry chapbooks? Should I consign my books to a bookstore? How can ALLi membe…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Collaborative Writing with Artificial Intelligence | Marco Moutinho of Dibbly Create 22:48

15d ago22:48

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Join us for an enlightening interview with Marco Moutinho, CEO of The Urban Writers and founder of Dibbly Create. Discover the immense potential of collaborative writing with artificial intelligence (AI). Marco unveils the standout features of Dibbly Create, a cloud-based word processor integrated with AI assistance, and shares insights into the fu…

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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Amazon Launches New AI Policy: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway 17:29

15d ago17:29

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As Amazon launches its new AI policy and the US Copyright Office refuses to register a copyright for an award-winning Midjourney artist, a consultation tries to untangle what is fast becoming the knotty mess of AI and copyright. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and …

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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End of AI on Amazon KDP & Kickstarter? | Self-Publishing News (Sept. 11, 2023) 16:48

17d ago16:48

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Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) announced last week that all account holders must declare use of generative AI. Kickstarter is also requiring full disclosure of generative AI. Amazon Advertising is hosting a free holiday summit. And, I just launched a new mini-course on The Self-Publishing Hub covering How to Write a Book in 48 Hours. All tha…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Writing and Publishing Books Faster on Amazon KDP 26:18

17d ago26:18

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While a few authors can get away with writing and publishing one book to support themselves, the vast majority of authors struggle. That's why if you want to be heard above the noise on the Amazon Marketplace, you need to write and self publish faster through KDP. Find out how to produce high-quality books fast on Amazon Kindle. Dibbly Create - htt…

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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Inspirational Indie Author Interview #140: Darby Harn. Sci-Fi Writer and Podcaster Overcomes Struggles With Autism to Find Success 16:35

18d ago16:35

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My guest this episode is Darby Harn, a science fiction writer whose work Publishers Weekly called an “entertaining debut that uses superpowers as a metaphor to delve into class politics in an alternate America.” He also cohosts a pop culture podcast. It has been a long road for Darby to get where he is while also struggling with autism. ALLi's Insp…

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Welcome to Our New and Improved Podcast Lineup From the Alliance of Independent Authors 13:31

20d ago13:31

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After a production break, Orna Ross, director of the Alliance of Independent Authors, introduces our new podcast lineup. There will be more news, more questions answered, and more inspiration! Take a listen.By Alliance of Independent Authors

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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BAD NEWS about this KDP Alternative | Self-Publishing News (Sept. 4, 2023) 18:18

24d ago18:18

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KDP Alternatives, IngramSpark announce HUGE change in wholesale discounts in the US. Written Word Media chronicles the tumultuous history of the KDP Select Program. Learn Amazon Ads with the folks at Book Brush. And, so much more in the Self-Publishing News! Join Channel Memberships - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl9CjdZQtzufqgYx0CidSbA/join Jo…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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KDP Terminated Account of Famous Author | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 28, 2023) 24:30

24d ago24:30

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Look, I get it. AI is an incredibly divisive subject, but if you're not even doing a little deeper research, you won't begin to know that artificial intelligence software is for more than just content writing and plagiarizing images. In fact, some great AI tools are free, so what does a writer have to lose in at least entertaining the best options.…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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From Smashwords to Draft2Digital: An Insider's Story | Jim Azevedo 21:02

29d ago21:02

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In early-2022, the aggregate publishing platform Draft2Digital acquired Smashwords and over the past year, the companies have been merging. Whenever I need to get a clear answer or some insider info, Jim Azevedo is there. He's the Corporate Communications Manager for Draft2Digital, having moved from Smashwords where he handled PR for the self-publi…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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KDP Terminated Account of Famous Author | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 28, 2023) 18:15

1M ago18:15

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Amazon KDP terminates the account of Dilbert author Scott Adams, alleging copyright infringement of his own material. AI is still popping up in the news - for better or for worse with Dibbly Create being the good news. Meanwhile, word is getting around how Amazon plans to use AI for summarizing reviews. And, so much more in this week's Self-Publish…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Author Productivity Tools, Tips & Hacks 21:37

1M ago21:37

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Are you an author looking to increase your productivity and make more money with less effort? Then, find out the best tips, tools, and hacks for writing extremely productive while making high-quality content. I'll refer you to a few apps - and yes, some include AI, but it's NOT all bad - and you'll discover how these tips can work well for you so t…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Vervante Print on Demand: More Than Just Books? | Cindy Tyler 20:22

1M ago20:22

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Between KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu, and many other print on demand companies, authors and self-publishers have a lot of choices. Even still, the companies still have limited printing options and show no signs of exploring print on demand products like spiral bound notebooks, a customized game card deck, or flash drives. Enter Vervante, a place you can …

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The Project Life Mastery Podcast

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PLM 938 : Financial Freedom - Is it really worth the hard work & sacrifices? 42:24

1M ago42:24

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Is it worth going through the hard work, struggle and sacrifices to create financial freedom? If you're looking for help to create more freedom in your life, take this Online Business Quiz to get started: https://projectlifemastery.com/quiz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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BEWARE: AI Scams on the Rise | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 21, 2023) 20:11

1M ago20:11

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Generative AI continues to grow in popularity, along with it, scammers crawl out of the woodwork. The Internet Archive loses the lawsuit surrounding their digital lending library. Amazon Ads is expanding into other websites. And, Kobo Writing Life shows authors all about accessibility on their platform. All this and more in this week's self-publish…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Where to Publish Audiobooks 27:31

1M ago27:31

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While most authors focus primarily on self publishing ebooks and print books on Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), a few other authors are ahead of the pack that publish audiobooks on Amazon, Audible, and an amazing selection of other audiobook retail websites. Find out how Audiobook Creation Exchange (ACX) isn't the only game in town and how you can …

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Helping Authors Publish Their Books | Stanley James II 22:49

1M ago22:49

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Prolific indie author Stanley James II is the founder of Gang Tales Publications, an imprint that enables aspiring authors to publish their stories and books. Since learning about writing and publishing books, Stanley looked into helping and paying his good fortune forward. Find out all about his past, how he correlates what he used to do with what…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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How to Publish a Book in India | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 14, 2023) 13:13

2M ago13:13

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PublishDrive offers print-on-demand for books in India through Repro India. YouTube still carries more influence of book sales over TikTok. The private equity firm KKR acquired Simon & Schuster. And, so much more in this week's Self-Publishing News! Source: Miblart Premium Cover Design Package Giveaway - https://DaleLinks.com/Giveaway Scribando - h…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Launching a Bestselling Book on Amazon KDP | 200th Podcast Episode 37:44

2M ago37:44

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USA Today Bestselling Author Nick Thacker has published over forty fiction books and is sharing his insights into how he launches his books. Find out what Nick does to prepare each book launch, what secrets he has that sets him apart, and how he manages sales after launching a bestselling books on Amazon KDP, USA Today, and beyond. You'll love Nick…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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How Amazon KDP Select Is Broken | Joe Solari 24:10

2M ago24:10

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Have you been self publishing your books through the Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) platform? Are you enrolling any ebooks into the KDP Select Program, but not seeing any good results? In this interview, book marketing expert Joe Solari shares insights into the growing KDP Global Select Fund that continues to diminish payouts through the Kin…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Where to Publish Your Print Books 25:49

2M ago25:49

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Many authors limit themselves to self publishing print books on Amazon and never give a second thought to other viable avenues online. Between Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), IngramSpark, Lulu, and many other avenues, you'll learn how there's no better time than now to write and self publish a print book for free. In this brief tutorial, we'll revi…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Creating an Author Platform Beyond the Book | Roberto Blake 34:42

2M ago34:42

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Roberto Blake is a prolific video content creator who built a solid following on YouTube, then went onto self publish his first book. In this podcast interview, find out what advice he has for authors looking to build a social media presence, how writers should view the publishing business, and what monetization tips he has that diversified his inc…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Amazon Gives More Than Just Refunds & Headaches | Self-Publishing News (July 31, 2023) 10:44

2M ago10:44

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Amazon awarded over 93 grants for over $1 million to literary organizations. MailerLite is closing access to their grandfathered free accounts. Book Brush is looking to expand into AI voice narration. And, Ingram warns bookstores and libraries to order early based on the potential of a UPS strike. All that and more in the self-publishing news! - Mi…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Where to Publish Your eBook 22:39

2M ago22:39

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Do you want to know where to publish your ebook? Find out how publishing your books shouldn't be limited to KDP and why self publishing companies like IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, Apple, Kobo Writing Life, Google Play Books and more are the ideal place to self-publish a book. The best part? It's all free for authors and super easy to sell. I'll fill…

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Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations

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Inspirational Indie Author Interview #139: Russell Nohelty. Fantasy Author Shows How Crowdfunding and Substack Are Done 27:05

2M ago27:05

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My guest this episode is Russell Nohelty, a bestselling fantasy author and ALLi's crowdfunding adviser. He has helped authors raise over $1.5 million through crowdfunding, and nearly $500,000 for his own publishing projects. And, lately, he's a big advocate of the Substack platform for indie authors. ALLi's Inspirational Indie Author Podcast stream…

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Optimizing Your Creative Energy — Starting, Focusing, Finishing: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn 46:07

2M ago46:07

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As you write, produce, and market a book, you’ll draw on different aspects of your creative energy along the way. In this month's Advanced Self-Publishing Salon, Orna Ross and Joanna Penn explore the difference between starting, pushing through, and finishing energies, and how to harness yours for optimal flow through the creative cycle. The #AskAL…

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The Project Life Mastery Podcast

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PLM 937: Joe Dispenza's 7-Day Meditation Retreat: My Experience & Review 35:39

2M ago35:39

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I recently attended Joe Dispenza's Advanced 7-Day Meditation Retreat in Cartagena, Colombia. In this podcast, I share my experience and a review of the event. To learn more about Joe Dispenza and his work, go here: https://drjoedispenza.com/ If you're interested in learning how to start your own online business to create financial freedom, I want t…

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The Project Life Mastery Podcast

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PLM 936: Life Update - I'm Officially A Dad! (Real Estate + Retirement) 50:44

2M ago50:44

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I'm officially a dad! In this life update, I share my early experiences as a father, along with retirement and real estate. If you're interested in starting your own online biz, then check out this free quiz to help you get started: https://projectlifemastery.com/quiz Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://re…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Amazon KDP Alternatives Spotlight: Streetlib with Julie Trelstad 20:38

2M ago20:38

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Though Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing gets a massive spotlight as being the go-to resource in self-publishing, many authors miss otherwise great Amazon KDP Alternatives like Streetlib. Get insights into this self publishing company that offers more options and distribution for indie authors, including print on demand books. Discover more insights …

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Amazon KDP Alternatives Announce HUGE News | Self-Publishing News (July 24, 2023) 17:31

2M ago17:31

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Two Amazon KDP Alternatives - Draft2Digita and Streetlib - announced big news today including a company acquisition and expanded reach for audiobooks. Book Brush is hosting a live tutorial for first-time users of their platform. Despite their rocky history with misusing copyrights, Internet Archive is taking a stand against ebook piracy. All that a…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Marketing Your Book on Social Media 25:32

2M ago25:32

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Discover the secrets to effectively market, promote, and sell your book on Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). Learn how to harness the power of social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok to create buzz and engage with readers before your book is even published. Gain valuable insights and expert strategies tailored specifically for autho…

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Inspirational Indie Author Interview #138: Ricardo Fayet. Reedsy Cofounder Helps Gather Indie Publishing Ecosystem 18:32

2M ago18:32

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My guest this episode is Ricardo Fayet, a cofounder of Reedsy, a marketplace connecting authors to editors, cover designers, book marketers, translators, and other professionals. Also, full disclosure, I am also a developmental editor for Reedsy. As for Ricardo, when he's not coming up with new and expanded services for Reedsy, he's writing books o…

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It's Authors vs. OpenAI: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy 24:19

2M ago24:19

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Today on the Self-Publishing News podcast: It's authors vs. OpenAI as lawsuits and petitions seek compensation for content scraped by ChatGPT. But, as News Editor Dan Holloway and News and Podcast Producer Howard Lovy report, the issue is not that simple. Also, USA Today relaunches its bestseller list, which is good news for indie authors. Howard a…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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MASSIVE Growth with this Book Marketing Resource | Dana Claire of Book Brush 21:38

2M ago21:38

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Book Brush is a book marketing resource where free and premium account holders can create a robust selection of graphic design - from covers to A+ Content images to book trailers and beyond. Over the past year, Book Brush has evolved to include done-for-you services for a monthly fee and launching its first-ever premium virtual conference solely ge…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Make Money Publishing Low Content Books? | Rachel Harrison-Sund 23:08

2M ago23:08

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Low content book publishing has been the talk of the internet over the past few years, but quite a few self-publishers are struggling to make any significant income with low content books. Rachel Harrison-Sund has built a six-figure income from publishing low content books, and she's going to share some of her insights on what you're doing right an…

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Self-Publishing with Dale

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Indie Author Becomes Viral on Booktok | Self-Publishing News (July 17, 2023) 17:05

2M ago17:05

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An indie author becomes viral on TikTok. Book Brush hosts its first-ever virtual book marketing conference with THE best experts in the business. GetCovers turned 7 years old. And, StoryFair Audiobooks is the latest option for publishing audiobooks while maintaining a 75% royalty - better than all other self-publishing platforms. All that and more …

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