The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast

Kindle Vella announced they're closing things down in 2025, so where do authors go? Laterpress has your answer. Also, Authors Guild wants your signature on a petition that could have a major impact on how you're compensated for training AI. And, PublishDrive just acquired a new audiobook distribution partner in Odilo. All that and more in the self-publishing news this week!

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Sources:

• Sign the Statement on AI Training - https://authorsguild.org/news/sign-the-statement-on-ai-training/
• PublishDrive x Odilo - https://publishdrive.com/publish-to-odilo.html
• Booksprout: Don’t Just Survive 1-Star Book Reviews, Use Them - https://booksprout.co/fivestar/the-reviews/dont-just-survive-1-star-book-reviews-use-them-a-guide-for-authors/
• Kindle Vella is Shutting Down. Looking for a New Serial Fiction Home? Consider Laterpress. - https://www.laterpress.com/blog/kindle-vella-sunset
• Miblart Black Friday Early Access - https://miblart.com/early-black-friday-deals/?ref=daleroberts5 (affiliate link). Use code DALE10 for 10% off your next order.
• Get Authentic Book Reviews - https://GetAuthenticBookReviews.com
• Facebook Ads for Authors: A Roadmap to Book Sales - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEufumgpjgtHNaV28DWqfNb9fu-8pp4HULW#/registration
• Authortunities Expo 2024 - https://authortunitieshub.com
• Networking for Authors by Dale L. Roberts — Book Review - https://sk-alexander.com/for-authorpreneurs/networking-authors-review.html
• Networking for Authors - https://DaleLinks.com/Networking
• How to Write a Nonfiction Book in 24 Hours - https://DaleLinks.com/ARCTeam

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- Dale L. Roberts

Looking for the best podcasts to boost your writing skills in 2024? Curious about where authors get top-notch publishing advice? Tune in as we reveal the 10 must-listen podcasts for writers!

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Podcasts Mentioned:

• - The Indy Author Podcast - https://www.theindyauthor.com/podcast.html
• - Sell More Books Show - https://www.sellmorebooksshow.com/
• - Brave New Bookshelf - https://bravenewbookshelf.com/
• - Self-Publishing with ALLi - https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast/
• - Indie Writers Club - https://www.indiewritersclub.com/
• - The Creative Penn Podcast for Authors - https://www.thecreativepenn.com/the-creative-penn-podcast-for-authors/
• - Self-Publishing Insiders with Draft2Digital - https://www.draft2digital.com/blog/category/self-publishing-insiders-podcast/
• - Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing - https://starkreflections.ca/
• - Publish & Prosper - https://www.publishprosperpodcast.com/
• - Fully Booked: The Hidden Gems Author Podcast - https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/podcast/
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- Dale L. Roberts

Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing dropped two prominent features on their platform, one of which being Kindle Vella. Written Word Media published their findings in a recent indie author survey. The guys at Hidden Gems Books shared a recent post about how well AI-generated art faired against stock images for promoting books on Facebook. The findings are interesting to say the least. All that and more in the self-publishing news this week!

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Source:

• - Written Word Media: 2024 Indie Author Survey Results - https://www.writtenwordmedia.com/2024-indie-author-survey-results-insights-into-self-publishing-for-authors/
• - KDP: Old KDP Reports will be removed on November 11, 2024 - https://www.kdpcommunity.com/s/article/Old-KDP-Reports-will-be-removed-on-November-11-2024?language=en_US&forum=KDP%20Forum
• - KDP: Kindle Vella Announcement - https://www.kdpcommunity.com/s/article/Kindle-Vella-Announcement?language=en_US&forum=KDP%20Forum
• - Hidden Gems Books: Analyzing the Ad Performance of AI-Generated Art - https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/analyzing-ad-performance-ai-generated-art/
• - IngramSpark - https://www.ingramspark.com/
• - SiteGround: Master Email Marketing With Our 6-day Course - https://www.siteground.com/email-marketing-course?afcode=a51c3bc08615cb7ec8e2ce726fed6782 (affiliate link)
• - PublishDrive: Mastering EPUB Formatting - Avoiding Common Pitfalls - https://streamyard.com/watch/Paym2YXak3XG
• - StoryOrigin: Author Platform Mastery: Website, Social Media, Newsletter - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcud-yorjwqHdTr8ul3iIhuxJksCLYe4T8w#/registration
• - ProWritingAid: Horror Writers' Fest - https://prowritingaid.com/horror-fest/sign-up?afid=6615 (affiliate link)
• - GetCovers - https://DaleLinks.com/GetCovers (use GETTREAT20 for 20% off till Nov. 4, 2024) (affiliate link)
• - Miblart - https://DaleLinks.com/Miblart (use MIBLTREAT15 for 15% off till Nov. 4, 2024). (affiliate link)
• - Print Nation Digital Publishing: Unboxing & Little Free Library Distribution - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXCkkWHluK4Az0PEEmn60yMlCf5j9Wzks
• - Turning a Fiction Book Into a Comic Book Series | D.B. Goodin - https://www.youtube.com/live/W73PNM6_tl8?si=yzIJSgiV1YBWRFHn
• - DL Tillery: Advertising For Books & Networking For Authors Book Reviews - https://youtu.be/07K0uIgvJEk?si=qlIYXs46fyyJXjyJ
• - Dibbly Create - https://Dalelinks.com/DibblyCreate (affiliate link)
• - The Bookfest Book Award - https://www.thebookfest.com/award_entries/self-publishing-for-new-authors/ 
• - Self-Publishing for New Authors - https://DaleLinks.com/NewAuthors
• - Non Fiction Extravaganza October Part 2 (Virtual Book Fair) - https://DaleLinks.com/VirtualFair
• - How to Write a Nonfiction Book in 48 Hours (ARC access) - https://DaleLinks.com/ARCTeam 

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- Dale L. Roberts

Wondering which author membership service is right for you? Discover the benefits, differences, and costs of the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi), the Independent Book Publishers Association, and the Authors Guild. Learn how these services can support your indie book publishing journey and enhance your writing career.

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• - Author's Guild - https://authorsguild.org/
• - Independent Book Publishers Association - https://www.ibpa-online.org/
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Barnes and Noble Press rolled out a free new promotional tool for authors. The holiday season is coming right up and print on demand companies want you to order your books by specific deadlines. And, PublishDrive is offering 50% off their plans for a limited time. All that and more in the self-publishing news!

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Sources:

• PublishDrive - https://DaleLinks.com/PublishDrive (affiliate link). The 50% off sale is good through Nov. 4, 2024.
• Draft2Digital warns of holiday rush - https://authoremail.com/email/campaigns/ov131d3vf1d2b/web-version/eq3389j0wvdc4 
• Barnes & Noble Press warns of holiday rush - https://press.barnesandnoble.com/
• Barnes & Noble Press Book Promotion Tool - https://press.barnesandnoble.com/projects/promote-book
• Apple Books: Holiday season delivery schedule - https://authors.apple.com
• An Author's Audiobook Journey: Going Wide with 30+ Titles - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsfu-orjgvGdBCUqpitHLMr3jN_-EoVkb_#/registration
• Author's Survival Kit: Must-Have Tools for Marketing and Advertising Success - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtf-mrpz8qG9wIY_x1UOy8vKqDa4AEEuzw#/registration
• Creating a Compelling Author Website with Pauline Wiles: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast - https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-author-website/
• Crafting Bestselling Books and Marketing Strategies with Dale L. Roberts // EP 137 - https://www.hustleinspireshustle.com/episode/crafting-bestselling-books-and-marketing-strategies-with-dale-l-roberts-ep-137
• Readers View Podcast presents: "How to Write a Book in 48 Hours" by Dale L. Roberts - https://www.insidescooplive.com/e/how-to-write-a-book-in-48-hours-roberts/
• Networking for Authors - https://DaleLinks.com/Networking
• How to Write a Nonfiction Book in 24 Hours - https://DaleLinks.com/ARCTeam

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

Curious about how Storiad can enhance your book marketing efforts? Explore how this platform offers a variety of strategies, including book promotion, review gathering, and publicity. Uncover the features, costs, and determine if it's the right fit for authors looking to market their books effectively.

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• Interview with Storiad Founder, Ramzi Hajj - https://youtu.be/nTF2qo55MNQ
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- Dale L. Roberts

Wondering which web hosting service is best for your author website? Discover how SiteGround, WordPress, StoryOrigin, and Storiad stack up in terms of cost and features. Uncover the best options for creating a professional online presence as an author.

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Good

• Wix - https://www.wix.com/ 
• WordPress - https://wordpress.com/ 

Better

• Storiad - https://DaleLinks.com/Storiad (affiliate link)
• StoryOrigin - https://DaleLinks.com/StoryOrigin (affiliate link)
• MailerLite - https://DaleLinks.com/MailerLite (affiliate link)

Best

• SiteGround - https://DaleLinks.com/SiteGround (affiliate link)
• SquareSpace - https://www.squarespace.com/
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- Dale L. Roberts

Ebook sales are projected to hit $29.9 billion by 2033. Authors Guild announces new partnership with an AI licensing company called Created by Humans. And, Findaway Voices by Spotify announces expansion of audiobook distribution for Spotify. All that and more in the self-publishing news.

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• My Books - https://DaleLinks.com/MyBooks 

Sources:

• Ebooks Market Revenue Surges to $29.9 billion by 2033 - https://scoop.market.us/ebooks-market-news/
• Authors Guild Partners with Created by Humans to Empower Authors in the AI Era - https://authorsguild.org/news/ag-partners-with-created-by-humans-to-empower-authors-in-ai-era/
• Findaway Voices by Spotify - https://findawayvoices.com/dale
• Bookvault: How to Use the Bookvault Bulk Title Upload - https://20439106.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/20439106/Bulk%20Title%20Import%20Guide.pdf
• PublishDrive - https://DaleLinks.com/PublishDrive (affiliate link)
• Dibbly Create - https://DaleLinks.com/DibblyCreate (affiliate link). Get 10% off with coupon code: MINUSTEN (good only in October 2024)
• Dibbly - https://DaleLinks.com/Dibbly (affiliate link). Get 10% off with coupon code: MINUSTEN (good only in October 2024)
• Self-Publishing Advice Conference 2024 - https://selfpublishingadviceconference.com/ 
• StoryOrigin presents: Writing with AI: What’s going on here? - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcuc-6sqT0rH9LwN_uV1ACBRDYXb5AJsOE-#/registration
• Get Book Reviews on Amazon Without Violating Guidelines - https://www.youtube.com/live/w0KxkSf6CMs?si=HC4BFWDj9zolnwA-
• Book Launchers presents: From Invisible to Influential: Dale L. Roberts Unleashes Author Networking Hacks - https://www.youtube.com/live/O3vGtispDTQ?si=Bcot0ulKuP4kVQAZ
• Networking for Authors - https://DaleLinks.com/Networking 

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

Looking for the best email service provider for authors? Discover and compare Mailerlite, Mailchimp, Convertkit, Author.email, and Author Letter, covering both free and premium options. Explore the features, costs, and best choices to optimize your email marketing strategy, whether you're a cash-strapped author or ready to invest.

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• Convertkit - https://convertkit.com/
• Author Email - https://author.email/
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- Dale L. Roberts

Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) rolled out a new customer support tracking system. Dave Chesson steps down from the Kindlepreneur on YouTube, handing off the reins to author Zak Diamanti. And, a book pirating website owes $30 million in damages, but no one knows who to send the bill to. All that and more in the self-publishing news this week!

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• My Books - https://DaleLinks.com/MyBooks 

Sources:

• Customer Support Message Center - https://www.kdpcommunity.com/s/article/Customer-Support-Message-Center?language=en_US&forum=KDP%20Forum
• Pirate library must pay publishers $30M, but no one knows who runs it - https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/09/pirate-library-must-pay-publishers-30m-but-no-one-knows-who-runs-it/
• New Change to Kindlepreneur YouTube! - https://youtu.be/Ib0GywKldoQ?si=yLd_IWlGeVYAZgSU
• How to Self-Edit Your Book: An Ultimate Checklist - https://getcovers.com/blog/how-to-self-edit-book/
• Authors Guild: The Black List: Info Session for Fiction Writers - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xdmCmDfJQGS8bm90HIDocg#/registration
• Authors Guild: From Manuscript to Marketplace: Exposure - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_C9hDrmgrSVyLjAT-PQAEog#/registration 
• Meet the YouTuber who wrote the book on Self-Publishing - ft. Dale Roberts - https://youtu.be/MOrfQjNBRIQ?si=MsyBYBmnGPrhrR5B
• The Self-Publishing Advice Conference - https://selfpublishingadviceconference.com/ 
• Advertising for Books - https://DaleLinks.com/AdsBook
• Networking for Authors - https://DaleLinks.com/ARCTeam (deadline Oct. 14, 2024)

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