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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 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.
How to Self-Publish a Children’s Book [10 Steps]
A children's book takes 10 steps, and the big differences are the illustrator, the layout and the age group. Costs, the free KDP ISBN, copyright and reviews.
Barnes and Noble Self Publishing: Read This Before Using It
Barnes & Noble Press pays 70% on ebooks, but since May 2026 print books need a $14.99 minimum price. Read the rules, pay and pros and cons first.
Self-Publishing vs Vanity Publishing: Which Is Better?
Self-publishing, for most authors: you keep control, rights and sales data. The test for a vanity press is whether you pay them. What to look for.
Vanity Press: What it Is & How To Avoid Publishing Scams
A vanity press makes the author pay. How it differs from hybrid and self-publishing, the red flags (reading fees, big promises), and what to check first.
IngramSpark Review 2026: Free Setup, New Fees and Is It Worth It?
IngramSpark in 2026: free setup and revisions, a 1.875% distribution fee, higher print costs, and how it compares with KDP, from an author who uses both.
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.