The Writing & Self Publishing Blog
Guides, tools, and strategy to help you sell more books.
IS KDP STILL WORTH PURSUING IN 2026?
Wondering if KDP in 2026 is worth the effort for indie authors? This guide walks through pros, hidden challenges, and what separates hobby publishing from a real business. Learn how market research, series planning, and smart marketing turn Amazon’s platform into a long term income stream.
KDP’s AI Disclosure Rules Explained for 2025: A Plain-English Guide
KDP now asks whether your book includes AI-generated text, images, or translations. This guide shows where to disclose in the setup flow, what counts as generated vs assisted, and how to handle tricky cases like covers, picture books, and machine-translated editions.
The 7 KDP Keywords, Why They Matter and How To Pick Winners
Learn how to pick seven KDP keywords matching reader intent, low competition, and higher clicks. You get a clear workflow, validation steps, and compliant examples for fiction and nonfiction.
What is Self Publishing and How Do I Publish a Book?
Ever wondered if you could publish a book without begging for a publisher’s attention? Self publishing puts the power back in your hands. From writing your manuscript to designing the cover and hitting that “publish” button, this guide shows you how to bring your story to life, control every detail, and start reaching readers around the world, on your own terms.