Young adult (YA) literature is one of today’s most popular genres. This genre is also extremely popular among authors, who find their niche writing for a teenage audience. It might surprise you to know that tweens and teens aren’t the only ones reading YA these days, which further opens up the possibility of larger, even […]
Are you an aspiring cookbook author? Maybe your dream has always been to publish your own cookbooks. Or maybe you are a professional or home chef who wants to boost your brand with your own published book of recipes. Whatever your motivation might be, self-publishing cookbooks is a great way to achieve your objective. Unfortunately, […]
The self-publishing process involves multiple steps and phases, each building on the previous, to help create success for the author. Whether you have written (or aspire to write) a novel, children’s book, how-to guide, cookbook or any other type of book, you want to set yourself up for success when it comes time to publish […]
If you own a small business, microbusiness or start-up, self-publishing a book could make a significant contribution to your marketing efforts. Running your own business is a dream come true for many people, despite all the hard work and long hours it demands. One of the most common challenges that small businesses face, however, is […]
Are you working on the great American novel or perhaps the next “how-to” bestseller? If so, you might be thinking about what happens next, after you’ve finished your manuscript’s first draft. One question you might have is whether or not you will need an editor. If you get your book accepted by a major publishing […]
There are many elements that may go into any self-published book you’re working on, and one that many authors spend a lot of time thinking about is the beginning section (or sections). Which sort of introductory section should you be utilizing? There are several options out there, and a few things to consider as you […]
There are a few “versions” of a given book that may be part of the writing, editing and self-publishing process, and one of these that’s common among both self-publishers and other forms of publishing is the advanced reader copy, or ARC. What is being referred to when this term is used, and should you be […]
Today, everyone is looking for a way to make extra money. The cost of food and housing is soaring, and consumers will fall behind if they don’t find a way to keep up. Some of the old reliable side hustles such as driving a rideshare or delivering food are drying up due to the high […]
For many years, self-publishing was considered the only option for authors who were unable to get a book contract with a major publishing house. While this is sometimes still the case, there are other reasons authors turn to self-publishing. Below, Izzard Ink outlines the most common reasons authors choose self-publishing, and why the industry is growing […]
Poetry is what makes every language beautiful in its own way. Choosing and arranging your words carefully to express your deepest feelings is truly an artform. Self-publishing your poetry book gives your art a permanent home — and a durable, attractive one at that. Izzard Ink helps many authors self-publish poetry books every year — […]
