Authority Self-Publishing

ASP 79: 5 Lessons Learned from #1 Overall Paid Book on Amazon

May 29, 2020December 15, 2016 by Steve Scott

“The harder I work, the more luck I have.” – Thomas Jefferson Barrie’s book sold 2,900 copies in a 12-hour span. How did it happen? Amazon randomly sends out push notifications on IOS and Android phones to promote books. You CAN’T plan for these things OR even apply. It just happens if they think your …

ASP 78: Debbie Drum on Automating Your Book Reviews

May 25, 2020December 12, 2016 by Steve Scott

ASP 078: Debbie Drum on Automating Your Book Reviews

“A bad review is like baking a cake with all the best ingredients and having someone sit on it.” – Danielle Steele Debbie has been publishing books and digital products since 2010. She makes a full-time income from home by creating and marketing awesome content online. Debbie loves helping authors marketers get more exposure for …

ASP 77: Matthew Turner on How to Run a Free Paperback Campaign

May 20, 2020December 8, 2016 by Steve Scott

Matthew Turner is an author & storyteller who works with entrepreneurs, founders & creative thinkers build thriving businesses that light a fire within them.

“For it is in giving that we receive.” – St. Francis of Assisi Steve interviews Matthew Turner, an author and storyteller who works with entrepreneurs, founders and creative thinkers build thriving businesses that light a fire within them. After interviewing 163 authority figures, Matthew’s unearthed how successful people overcome failure and adversity, not only ensuring …

ASP 76: How to Use Facebook Groups to Build Raving Fans and Readers

April 7, 2019December 5, 2016 by Steve Scott

Learn how start and grow an engaged Facebook group with Steve and Barrie as they discuss the different ways a Facebook group can help self-published authors.

“Since you cannot do good to all, you are to pay special attention to those who, by the accidents of time, or place, or circumstances, are brought into closer connection with you.” – St. Augustine Learn how to start and grow an engaged Facebook group with Steve and Barrie as they discuss the different ways …

Best of Self-Publishing in November, 2016

August 20, 2020December 2, 2016 by Steve Scott

The past month has been rich in informative articles and features for self-publishing authors. Here, we break down the best of the bunch, giving you a one-stop venue to learn everything you need to know to get that new book in the hands of readers.

ASP 75: A Beginner’s Guide to Co-Authoring a Book

May 13, 2020December 1, 2016 by Steve Scott

Steve and Barrie talk about co-authoring and how it works.

“I don’t know about you, but I’m wired for networking and co-laboring. I love team-work and prefer joint projects over flying solo.” – Frank Viola Steve and Barrie talk about co-authoring and how it works. Most authors spend a lot of time writing by themselves. Co-authoring is a great way to share the workload and …

17 Steps to Earn Your First $1,000 with Self-Publishing

January 13, 2023December 1, 2016 by Steve Scott

Self-publishing often can be a frustrating business.

You hear about the success stories from some authors, but the books that you write seem to languish in obscurity.boo

In fact, you might be spending more money on your books than you’re bringing in.

Fortunately, there is a simple process you can follow to get the ball rolling with your publishing business.