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  • BREAKING: IngramSpark Changes Pricing & Fees | Self-Publishing News (Feb. 3, 2025)

    BREAKING: IngramSpark Changes Pricing & Fees | Self-Publishing News (Feb. 3, 2025)
    Feb 4 2025
    IngramSpark announced changes in print book pricing and an increase in their market access fee. Circana Bookscan shared stats on book sales in 2024 and it's looking things are improving. And, Overdrive announced that 2024 was a record-breaking year for digital lending. All that and more in the self-publishing news for Feb. 3, 2025. Book Award Pro - https://DaleLinks.com/BookAwardPro (affiliate)Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - https://TheSelfPublishingHub.comSubscribe to my email newsletter - https://DaleLinks.com/SignUpJoin Channel Memberships - https://DaleLinks.com/MembershipsJoin Me on Discord - https://DaleLinks.com/DiscordCheck out my main YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@DaleLRobertsMy Books - https://DaleLinks.com/MyBooks Source: USA Pen Press: The Ghostwriting Scam of a Thousand Websites - https://writerbeware.blog/2025/01/24/us-pen-press-the-ghostwriting-scam-of-a-thousand-websites/IngramSpark: Service Alert - https://www.ingramspark.com/2025-price-changeCircana Bookscan: “Book Sales 2024 Results: A Year of Fantasy, Thriller, and Romance. Data and Highlights” (Top Selling Books 2024) - https://www.infodocket.com/2025/01/22/circana-bookscan-book-sales-2024-results-a-year-of-fantasy-thriller-and-romance-data-and-highlights-top-selling-books-2024Overdrive: Libraries Break Digital Lending Records in 2024 with Over 739 million Checkouts - https://company.overdrive.com/2025/01/27/libraries-break-digital-lending-records-in-2024-with-over-739-million-checkouts/KDP: Kindle Vella Wind Down - https://www.kdpcommunity.com/s/article/Kindle-Vella-Announcement?language=en_USKindle Vella Update FAQ - https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GUJHP3574Z3DLPZD Laterpress - https://Laterpress.comMiblart: 5-Day Writing Journey - https://miblart.com/join-writing-challenge/?ref=daleroberts5Get Authentic Book Reviews - https://getauthenticbookreviews.com Publisher Rocket + Mastering Keywords & Categories Course (expires Feb. 9, 2025) - https://rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket-course/?affiliate=selfpubwithdaleBook Brush: Platinum Academy: Set Your Intentions for 2025 & Plan to Level Up with Renee Rose and Lee Savino - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qL1JT8PzSrykRBsDJas5ZQ#/registration6 Versus 1 Project - https://DaleLinks.com/6v1The Power of LinkedIn for Book Promotion: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Dale L. Roberts - https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-linkedin-for-book-promotion/Dale L. Roberts joins The Author’s Lounge to talk branding, book marketing, awards and much more! - https://youtu.be/6WGKS032We4?si=ehD9ZmOQpy3ocCblWide Publishing for Authors - https://DaleLinks.com/WideBookThe Self-Publishing with Dale Book Series - https://dalelinks.com/selfpubwithdale Credit: The Hot Sheet - https://hotsheetpub.com Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or services I use and can stand confidently behind. These links do not affect your purchase price and greatly helps to building and growing this channel. Thanks in advance for understanding! - Dale L. Roberts
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    20 min
  • Get 5-Star Book Reviews Faster with These Expert Tips

    Get 5-Star Book Reviews Faster with These Expert Tips
    Feb 4 2025

    Struggling to get reviews? We’ll reveal effective strategies for getting real, honest reviews quickly and consistently. Learn how to boost your credibility and social proof, making your book more appealing to new readers.

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    Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or services I use and can stand confidently behind. These links do not affect your purchase price and greatly helps to building and growing this channel. Thanks in advance for understanding!

    - Dale L. Roberts
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    33 min
  • $44 Million Scam Busted, What You NEED to Know | Self-Publishing News (Jan. 27, 2025)

    $44 Million Scam Busted, What You NEED to Know | Self-Publishing News (Jan. 27, 2025)
    Jan 28 2025

    The Kindlepreneur Dave Chesson is on a roll lately, as he's updated his deep dive article about choosing the right categories for your book on Amazon. IngramSpark dropped an email this past week with a trifecta of opportunities. And, three people have been indicted in an alleged $44 million scam targeting elderly authors. Find out what you need to know and what you should do to prevent scams like this from happening ever again. All that and more in the self-publishing news.

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    Sources:

    • Amazon Book Categories: My Secret Method to Choose Clear Winners - https://kindlepreneur.com/how-to-choose-the-best-kindle-ebook-kdp-category/
    • MOBI Support for eBooks Frequently Asked Questions - https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GULSQMHU5MNH4EZM
    • Spoken Beta V0.7.5: Project Mastering And Email Account Creation. - https://www.spoken.press/the-spoken-chronicle/spoken-beta-v075-project-mastering-and-email-account-creation
    • PROMOTE MY BOOK- INGRAMSPARK AUTHOR COMMUNITY - https://www.facebook.com/groups/402138132921961/
    • IngramSpark: Showcase Your Books - https://www.ingramspark.com/ala-2025
    • IngramSpark: Nominate Your Book Today! - https://www.ingramspark.com/editorial-calendar
    • Three Indicted and Internet Domain Seized in $44 Million Nationwide Book Publishing Scam Targeting Elderly Authors - https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdca/pr/three-indicted-and-internet-domain-seized-44-million-nationwide-book-publishing-scam
    • Inkers Con: Author mistakes to avoid on Goodreads - https://inkerscon.com
    • Resources for the Goodreads Author Program - https://www.goodreads.com/author/how_to
    • Publishing Industry AI Insights Survey - https://www.surveyol.com/r/AIInsightsSurvey
    • Your Book Deserves Better Profits—Here’s How! - https://www.youtube.com/live/_0qo1t6kBB0?si=j6PldLBTVNLMyokw
    • Wide Publishing for Authors - https://DaleLinks.com/WideBook

    Credit:

    • Laterpress - https://Laterpress.com

    Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or services I use and can stand confidently behind. These links do not affect your purchase price and greatly helps to building and growing this channel. Thanks in advance for understanding!

    - Dale L. Roberts
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    16 min
  • The New Rules of Book Marketing in 2025—Get Ahead or Get Left Behind

    The New Rules of Book Marketing in 2025—Get Ahead or Get Left Behind
    Jan 28 2025

    Book marketing is evolving, and outdated tactics won’t cut it. Stay on top of the latest trends, from TikTok to influencer marketing, and learn how to market your book in a way that’s modern, effective, and sustainable.

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    Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or services I use and can stand confidently behind. These links do not affect your purchase price and greatly helps to building and growing this channel. Thanks in advance for understanding!

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    28 min
  • Created by Humans Revolutionizes AI Licensing | Self-Publishing News (Jan. 20, 2025)

    Created by Humans Revolutionizes AI Licensing | Self-Publishing News (Jan. 20, 2025)
    Jan 21 2025

    Created by Humans is a new service for AI right licensing that has partnered with Author's Guild. Simon & Schuster launched a new audio imprint for indie authors. And, Substack launched a new live streaming feature. All that and more in the self-publishing news.

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    Sources:

    • The Hidden Value of Regional Book Awards: Why Indie Authors Should Think Local - https://selfpublishingadvice.org/regional-book-awards/
    • Created by Humans AI Rights Platform Launches for Authors - https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/digital/content-and-e-books/article/96846-created-by-humans-launches-ai-rights-platform-for-authors.html
    • Created by Humans - https://www.createdbyhumans.ai/
    • S&S Launches Audio Imprint Simon Maverick, Helmed by Jason Pinter - https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/96813-s-s-launches-audio-imprint-simon-maverick-helmed-by-jason-pinter.html
    • GetCovers: 2025 Self-publishing Trends To Be Aware Of - https://getcovers.com/blog/self-publishing-trends-in-2025/
    • Miblart: 72 Content Ideas for Authors for an Entire Year - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ub-4uC-ZxzbGbqKtJdW7hVCbpMxaiCGa/view
    • Substack Opens Access to Livestreaming - https://rossbrand.substack.com/p/substack-opens-access-to-livestreaming
    • Authentic Book Reviews - https://getauthenticbookreviews.com/
    • What’s in store for ALLi in 2025? - https://selfpubconnect.mn.co/events/whats-in-store-for-alli-in-2025
    • Self-Publishing Success: From Manuscript to Marketing | Dibbly Create Webinar - https://www.youtube.com/live/kk4kVt73KmY?si=ycL95W3xoNc5oYt5

    Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or services I use and can stand confidently behind. These links do not affect your purchase price and greatly helps to building and growing this channel. Thanks in advance for understanding!

    - Dale L. Roberts
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    16 min
  • Keyword Mastery for Authors: Unlock the Power of Discoverability

    Keyword Mastery for Authors: Unlock the Power of Discoverability
    Jan 21 2025

    Keywords can make or break your book’s visibility. Discover the latest strategies for finding and using keywords that actually help your book get discovered by the right readers. Get seen and sell more books!

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    Sources:

    • Kindlepreneur: 7 Kindle Keywords: Use All 50 Characters or Not? - https://dalelinks.com/7kindlekeywords (affiliate link)
    • Kindlepreneur: How to Choose Your Amazon Kindle & Book Keywords - https://kindlepreneur.com/how-to-choose-kindle-keywords/
    • KDP: Make Your Book More Discoverable with Keywords - https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/G201298500

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    Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or services I use and can stand confidently behind. These links do not affect your purchase price and greatly helps to building and growing this channel. Thanks in advance for understanding!

    - Dale L. Roberts
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    25 min
  • ACX Increasing Royalties for Authors? | Self-Publishing News (Jan. 13, 2025)

    ACX Increasing Royalties for Authors? | Self-Publishing News (Jan. 13, 2025)
    Jan 14 2025
    Audiobook Creation Exchange (ACX) is officially rolling out higher royalties for authors, but it's NOT available for everyone. Bookvault, the UK-based print on demand company, expanded print distribution into Australia. And, the Kindlepreneur Dave Chesson updated one of his pieces on keywords that every author should read. All that and more in the self-publishing news this week! Book Award Pro - https://DaleLinks.com/BookAwardPro (affiliate link)Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - https://TheSelfPublishingHub.comSubscribe to my email newsletter - https://DaleLinks.com/SignUpJoin Channel Memberships - https://DaleLinks.com/MembershipsJoin Me on Discord - https://DaleLinks.com/DiscordCheck out my main YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@DaleLRobertsMy Books - https://DaleLinks.com/MyBooks Sources: Coming Soon to ACX: A New Royalty Model and More Opportunities to Earn - https://www.acx.com/mp/blog/coming-soon-to-acx-a-new-royalty-model-and-more-opportunities-to-earnBookvault - https://Bookvault.appWritten Word Media: The Top 10 Publishing Trends for 2025 - https://www.writtenwordmedia.com/the-top-10-publishing-trends-for-2025/How to Find Keywords That Actually Sell Books: Broad vs Niche Keywords - https://kindlepreneur.com/broad-vs-niche-keywords/10 Book Cover Design Trends that Await Us in 2025 - https://miblart.com/blog/book-cover-trends-this-year/Stop Missing Out: Monetize Your Writing with Audio | Spoken.Press - https://www.youtube.com/live/PgnK8ZnHC4M?si=szyiUMgpWuOfRn5kSpoken Beta V0.7: Full Audiobooks And Custom-Designed Character Voices - https://www.spoken.press/the-spoken-chronicle/v07-full-audiobooks-and-custom-character-voicesThe Ultimate List of Book Fairs, Festivals, and Conferences: January – June 2025 - https://www.ingramspark.com/blog/www.ingramspark.com/blog/ultimate-list-of-upcoming-book-festivals-2025Help Shape the Future of AI in Publishing – Take the Survey Today! - https://publishdrive.com/help-shape-the-future-of-ai-in-publishing-take-the-survey-today.htmlAudit My Ads Application - https://DaleLinks.com/AuditMyAdsWhy Your Amazon Ads Fail & How to Fix Them - https://www.youtube.com/live/IfmTzZDWwsI?si=smFPdL7fsDKZzi4qTwin Flames Studios present: The State of Publishing in 2025 - http://twinflamesstudios.com/publishing/?partnerid=r13972025 Publishing All-Stars Predictions - https://www.youtube.com/live/3qfVf5h67xw?si=Z-UOT_kUz5_wibKw100 Livestreaming & Digital Media Predictions, Volume 5 - https://geni.us/F76lM5 (Amazon)The Positivity Switch: Practical Steps to a Happier You - https://geni.us/qheToo (Amazon) Credit: Miblart - https://DaleLinks.com/Miblart (affiliate link)Laterpress - https://Laterpress.com Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or services I use and can stand confidently behind. These links do not affect your purchase price and greatly helps to building and growing this channel. Thanks in advance for understanding! - Dale L. Roberts
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    19 min
  • Crush It on YouTube: A Step-by-Step Guide for Authors

    Crush It on YouTube: A Step-by-Step Guide for Authors
    Jan 14 2025

    YouTube can be a goldmine for authors—if you know how to use it. We’ll share a step-by-step guide on building a YouTube presence, reaching new readers, and even selling more books. Perfect for authors who are camera-ready or just getting started.

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    YouTube Resources:

    • Creator Insider - https://www.youtube.com/@creatorinsider
    • YouTube Creator Liaison - https://www.youtube.com/@YouTubeLiaison
    • MorningFame - https://DaleLinks.com/MorningFame (referral link)

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    - Dale L. Roberts
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    32 min