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Book Cover Design Software: The Best Free and Paid DIY Tools

Sep 06, 2019 – Book Design

Explore the top book cover design software for authors, from free DIY templates to advanced tools—plus costs, pros, cons, and why a professional designer could be the best investment for your book. Read more

49 Places to Find a Critique Circle to Improve Your Writing

Sep 04, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Writers are better when we write together. So find an online critique circle to help you turn your WIPs into literary masterpieces! Read more

The 50+ Best Writing Websites of 2026

Aug 22, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Feeling lost on your writing journey? We've got you covered with more than 50 writing websites full of advice, information, and support. Read more

Book Publishers to Avoid: 5 Types of Shady Companies

Aug 21, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

This guide exposes some of the most common scams and shows you how to identify which publishing companies to avoid. Read more

Reedsy’s Recommended Writer’s Resources for 2026

Aug 16, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

A roundup of the most useful resources for writers on the Reedsy blog and beyond, for both aspiring and established authors. Read more

BookBaby Review: Read This First

Jul 23, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

Find out whether BookBaby is the right choice for you self-publishing authors in 2025. Read more

Amazon Royalties: What’s Your Share of the KDP Pie?

Jul 18, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

This guide to Amazon self-publishing royalties will help you answer the question, "How much money can I make with my self-published book?" Read more

Amazon Publishing: The Quiet Giant of the Publishing World

Jul 16, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

This post dives into the workings of Amazon Publishing, giving you a sneak peek of what it’s like to work with them from two indie authors signed by APub. Read more

Show, Don't Tell: Tips and Examples of The Golden Rule

Jul 11, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Show don’t tell is common advice among writers — but what does it really mean? This thorough guide answers that question with plenty of helpful examples. Read more

BookBub for Authors: How to Reach a Million+ New Readers

Jul 03, 2019 – Book Marketing

From BookBub Featured Deals to self-serve ads and new release notifications, our exhaustive guide will teach authors all they need to know about BookBub. Read more

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