It’s time to re-think the e-book and what it means for independent authors. First of all, there isn’t a single “market” or “platform” for ebooks. You could go with Kindle or Nook or Kobo or iAuthor or many other publishers coming out every day. The process for publication is quick (no more than a few hours, unlike other self-publishers!) and you can set your own price and royalties. Another thing worth noting is that, if you want people to check out your books, you need to ma

Binding This is a traditional service that goes back a long way. Many companies including your local print shop offer bookbinding services and can, for a fee, put your novel in a high quality cover that will look nice on your shelf. The downsides? While this used to be considered a cheap option, there are many less expensive (and even free!) ways to give your novel the binding treatment and make it available to even more readers. Print on Demand (POD) While still frowned upon