Book Distribution
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Chris BairdSelf-publisher and coach. He has published 230 books and sold over 50,000 copies. About Chris
Lulu Self-Publishing: Is It Worth It For Hardcovers?
Lulu is my pick for hardcover books: print on demand, a free ISBN for global distribution and a proof copy you pay for. What it costs and when to skip it.
Self-Publishing Distribution Options
Self-publishing distribution options: start with Kindle and KDP Print, then add audio, IngramSpark and Draft2Digital, and focus on the format that earns most.
What Do Self-Publishers Need Most Help With?
Three things: where to start, which tools to use, and a habit I call Always Be Shipping. What KDP lets you change after you publish and what it locks.
Where I Self-Publish My Books?
Kindle first, then paperbacks on KDP Print and IngramSpark, hardbacks on Lulu and audio on ACX. After Kindle, IngramSpark print paid me best. Why I spread out.
Will a Company Sue Me for My Book? Trademarks and Fan Fiction
Using a brand name in your title or writing fan fiction risks a takedown, not usually a lawsuit. Here is what happened to a friend's Minecraft books.
Don't Have Time to Self-Publish? Start With 5 Minutes a Day
You do not need hours to start. Set a five minute timer each day, cut one low-value habit, and let progress build your motivation. Here is how it worked for me.
Start with the free checklist
The checklist is the 12 steps I follow for every book I publish, from choosing a topic that already sells to setting up the book's marketing. It is free, and you get it straight away.