A lot of people are diving into self-publishing. Mostly because it’s become incredibly easy to get a book published on sites like Amazon. So, what does it take to self-publish your book?
It’s actually quite easy. The hardest part is writing and editing. One of the goals of WriterSanctuary is to help you along in that process.
Now, when I talk about self-publishing, I’m referring to the process of doing it all yourself.
Diving Into Self-Publishing
There are a lot of aspects to publishing your own book. But I’ll try to make it as easy as possible to help you get yours on the shelf.
There are a lot of tools at your disposal. I’m currently creating a list of all the ones I use to write, edit, market, and promote my books. So, the list of self-publishing tools will continue to grow.
Below are the latest posts regarding self-publishing. If you’re looking for something in particular, use the search icon at the top of the page.
- What is an Epistolary Story and Should You Write One?
An epistolary is a story or novel that is written through the lens of documents, such as journal entries, letters, newspaper clippings, and the like. The idea is to give the reader a sense of realism through the eyes of the individual. A narrator is rarely used. - What Is the 80/20 Rule and Does it Work for Your Books?
Social media has changed a lot over the years, constantly adding bots and AI to the mix of human interaction. Yet, a lot of experts claim that the 80/20 Rule for social media is still a prominent method of marketing your books. While I am skeptical, I’m willing to try anything to boost sales. - Why I Love Editing My Books, and So Should You
Among the most negative comments I see on social media from other authors is how they dread editing. I’ve never truly understood why that is, to be honest. Is it repetitious? Is it monotonous? Do other authors stress about perfection? For me, it’s a chance to relive the story and make it better. - How to Create and Manage a New Book in Reedsy Studio
Creating a new book in Reedsy Studio is relatively easy. Even if you don’t have a title yet, you can set up the manuscript and start typing. Today, I’m going to show you the ins and outs of setting up your new book and tips on how to manage the manuscript. - What Is Reedsy Studio and Should You Use It In 2026?
Is Reedsy Studio a good writing app for novelists? With all of the options available for writing a book, how does Reedsy stack among them? There is a reason why I have published two books so far on the platform, with many more planned. But is it something that you should use?