The Periodic Table of Self-Publishing Services
There's a service for any element of the publishing process — including some you've probably never heard of. We're here to help you make sense of it all.
Ethics of Ghostwriting
Ghostwriting: is it a collaborative tool, or just cheating? Explore the ethical concerns with us, then let us know your thoughts.
Civility is More than Good Manners
Civility is more than good manners; it is the foundation of every good business relationship.
Help! My Royalties are Incorrect!
How do we know that a publisher is correctly and faithfully reporting our sales?
Who Does Your Publishing Contract Protect?
Deciphering the arcane incantations of a publishing contract can spare indie authors needless anguish.
How to Deal with an Unresponsive Publishing or Self-Publishing Company
Most publishers — even the bad ones — will at least respond to client requests and complaints. But what happens when that company simply ignores you?
Social Media Marketing: Cutting through the Hype
Can you tell which social media promotion services deserve a piece of your marketing budget? We'll show you how to quickly identify the best services.
Amazon’s Unwritten Print Pricing Rule
Amazon's poorly documented print pricing rules underscore an ongoing problem with the corporate giant's policies.
Watchdog Advisory: Blasty
ALLi's Watchdog Desk has received over twenty complaints of Blasty failing to respond to customer service inquiries, failing to honor cancellation requests, and continuing to charge customer credit cards and bank accounts after cancellation. Some complainants felt they had no other recourse than to cancel their credit cards, or file fraud claims with their banks.
KDP Piracy Victims May Be Eligible for Compensation
Have you been a victim of piracy on KDP? Amazon may compensate you for the infringement, but only if you follow these steps.
Watchdog Alert: Dog Ear Publishing
Dog Ear Publishing's failure to pay royalties and refusal to respond to inquiries warrants our most severe level of caution, the Watchdog Advisory.
Online Catalogs: Are They Worth the Money?
Online catalogs of books are everywhere, but are they effective? We'll show you how to get the best value for your marketing dollar.