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Chris BairdSelf-publisher and coach. He has published 230 books and sold over 50,000 copies. About Chris
15 Famous Self Published Authors You Need to Know
15 famous self-published authors to know, what their success shows about self-publishing, and why it does not lock you out of traditional deals.
How Can Group Coaching Help You Get Your Book Published?
How group coaching can help you get your book published: cut through the overwhelm, take one step at a time, and get answers in a private Slack group.
20 Best Self-Publishing Websites to Publish Your New Book
Compare the 20 best self-publishing websites for your book, from Amazon KDP, Apple Books and Kobo to aggregators like PublishDrive, StreetLib and IngramSpark.
Self-Publishing Companies to Avoid and How to Spot Them
Self-publishing companies to avoid and how to spot them: hidden fees, vanity presses posing as publishers, ISBN charges, paid reviews and unethical contracts.
Lulu Self-Publishing Review 2026: Pros, Cons and Costs
An honest Lulu review from an author who uses it: costs, royalties, the proof copy rule, distribution and how Lulu compares with KDP and IngramSpark. Updated for 2026.
Start with the free checklist
The checklist is the 12 steps I follow for every book I publish, from choosing a profitable niche with keyword research to setting up the marketing machine. It is free, and you get it straight away.