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Self-Publishing Predictions for the 2020s

Last time we looked at the previous decade in self-publishing. This time out, Alliance of Independent Authors director Orna Ross identifies what she sees as the seven trends that will power self-publishing in the coming decade. This is the next ten years: self-publishing predictions 2022.

Opinion: Are We in a Pulp Fiction Reprisal?

You'd be forgiven for thinking technology has eradicated the days of old. But not so fast, author member Christopher Wills has a different opinion. He's here to examine the similarities between the current ebook era and the early twentieth century pulp fiction era.

Encore Presentation: Older Authors Refuse to Fade Away

In this encore presentation of a 2018 interview from Howard Lovy's IndieVoices podcast, we revisit the topic of ageism.

Photo Of Book Giftwrapped For Jolabokasflod

Opinion: Take Time to Read This Christmas (In Praise of Jólabókaflóð)

Need an excuse to read instead of writing this holiday season? Go on, you know you want to - and it'll make you a better writer! Bjorn Larssen's post about Jolabokaflod provides the excuse and the inspiration that you need to do just that.

Self-publishing News: The Role of the Library

In this week's Self-publishing News Round-up, we hear how more audiobooks are available for library borrowing, Amazon's recruiting speaks volumes about the future of work, and we say goodbye to the founder of the Little Free Library.

Self-publishing News: Reading Matters

As libraries play an increasing part in people's digital reading habits, it is increasingly important for indie writers not to follow the likes of publishing house Tor and restrict libraries' access to their works. And the UK government launches a competition for an app to improve literacy.

Opinion: What Makes Readers Buy Books?

What makes readers actually buy books? Whether your books or anyone else's? Maggie Lynch delves into various surveys and presents the answers to help you sell your books more effectively.

Opinion: Why Indie Authors Should Also Be Readers

Do you make time to read for pleasure? If not, you should - it's the easiest way to enrich your writing and hone your craft as an author. Debbie Young explains why and shares a captivating poem on the topic by Julia Donaldson.

Writing: How Authors Can Speed Up Research with Speed Reading

How indie authors can use speedreading to help them self-publish faster by shortening research time - and other exciting benefits, by world champion Dan Holloway.