How to Build an Author Platform
Get the word out about your book. Learn how to build an author platform before your book’s release date with social media, blogging, a website, and more.
What Is an Ebook?
Get familiar with ebook publishing, including the formats (MOBI and EPUB), how ereaders work, and why ebooks are optimized for different ereaders.
Ebook Distribution
The best way to sell ebooks? Ebook distribution. Reach readers by listing your book with third-party retailers. Learn about ebook distributors & where to sell.
Which Type of Book Distribution Is Right for Me?
Everything you need to know about book distribution, including the advantages and disadvantages of expanded and print-on-demand (POD) distribution.
Back Cover Copy Includes the Book Summary and Author Bio
What’s on the back of the book counts. Learn how back cover copy is a powerful sales pitch to hook potential readers through a strong book summary & author bio.
Get Editorial Feedback with a Manuscript Evaluation
Publishing a book? Get a manuscript evaluation, which provides editorial feedback on plot and character development, editing amount needed, and marketability.
Book Cover Design
What makes the best book cover design? Learn how a cover designer translates your creative vision into a cover & how marketing strategy is key in cover design.
Sell Your Book Directly to Readers To Increase Your Book Royalties
It's easy to sell your book directly to readers and maximize your profits. Learn how to calculate your book royalties and profits with our helpful infographic.
Why You Should Enroll in a Book Returns Program
Improve your chances of getting your book in a brick-and-mortar store with a returns program. Learn how a book returns program functions.
What is a Book Barcode?
In every book barcode is a book’s ISBN. A Bookland EAN & UPC barcode allow you to sell your book in stores. Self-publishing? This is the barcode info you need.