Category Archives: Self Publishing

How to Develop a Solid Book Outline

Whether you hope to pen a personal memoir, craft a winning mystery novel, or write a nonfiction book about a compelling topic, likely some pre-work before sitting down to write the book is needed. And the organizing of content into … Continue reading »

How to Develop a Catalog Marketing Strategy That Works

If you sell products, a catalog is one of the best ways to let your customers see them and learn about them in a relaxed, low-pressure way. Millions of catalogs get mailed out every year, and they are still a … Continue reading »

5 Ways that School Printing is Worthwhile in a Digital Age

Many adults have fond memories of a desk full of schoolbooks and supplies along with a vivid memory of hauling the heavy tomes around the school, between classes, or in a backpack. But now more and more, students are provided … Continue reading »

Planner Publishing: Spotlight on Patricia Lambert’s Achievement Planner

We know we’re probably biased because we’re printers, but there’s nothing like planner publishing book to record your thoughts, dreams, and goals. Something about putting pen to paper will always be special, and this journal publishing project gives the user … Continue reading »

9 Nonfiction Writing Tips for Better Stories

Nonfiction books are a large part of the publishing world. If you’re determined to write your own, follow these nonfiction writing tips to produce a book that informs and inspires your readers. What Is a Nonfiction Book? A nonfiction book … Continue reading »

7 Elements of a Printed Product Catalog

A printed product catalog does more than just showcase products. It is a fantastic storytelling medium to engage customers in your brand’s story. While online catalogs are increasingly popular, many of the biggest names in just about every market also … Continue reading »

5 Ways to Properly Store Self-Published Books

Bibliophiles, self-published authors, and avid readers of all ages likely have one common problem: where to store self-published books. We tuck them into the few, spare inches of crowded bookshelves, stack them perilously on nightstands or even use a few … Continue reading »

Religious Workbook Printing: Spotlight on Institute Bible Study Series

This religious workbook printing project was everything you’d want in a workbook — well designed, plenty of space for the user to write in, and bound appropriately for a workbook (wire-o). It does a wonderful job of presenting its mission: … Continue reading »

9 Useful Tips for Writing and Publishing Self-Help Books

If you’ve decided to write self-help books, you’re joining one of the fastest-growing and most lucrative segments of the publishing industry. Publishers have reported a steady increase in self-help titles, and sales are steady. If you can help people solve … Continue reading »

5 Secrets to Becoming an Amazon Best Seller

Just about every published author eagerly tracks how well their book sales progress. Authors pore over retail and online sales and compare those sales to other books on the market or even their own previously published books. But one of … Continue reading »

Book Spine Best Practices

Creating a cover and spine for your book is one of the creative aspects of becoming a self-published author. But developing a digital file that shows off your book with beautiful front and back covers and includes a perfectly sized … Continue reading »

4 Ways (and 4 Tips) To Make Money as a Writer

Writers hone their craft in a variety of ways. Some writers jump right in and publish a book as soon as they can. Others take on whatever writing gigs they can find to pay the bills or to just get … Continue reading »