Independent Authors
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Book Marketing Strategies for Independent Authors
Self-published authors should expect to spend 90% of their time marketing and only 10% writing, according to The Guardian .
Long Island Authors Host Book Sales and Signing Event May 7, 2026
The James Joyce Irish Pub in Patchogue will transform into a literary hub on Thursday, May 7, 2026, as local authors gather to meet readers and sign books, according to Patch .
Tired of Predictable Novels? How The Mapmakers’ Apprentice Delivers Unforgettable Adventure and Intrigue
Orestes Tzortzis's The Mapmakers’ Apprentice offers an unforgettable journey through 16th-century Venice and the Ottoman Empire, weaving the craft of cartography into a tale of adventure and intrigue. This independently published novel stands out for its immersive historical setting and unique protagonist's journey, diverging from predictable historical fiction.
Top 12 Book Festival Strategies for Independent Authors
At a small local book festival like HULF, an independent author can pay just £5 for a fifteen-minute speaking slot to an audience of up to 60 people.
Top 9 Best Books by Independent Authors in 2026
In 2025, 'The Chronos Weave,' an independently published speculative fiction novel, outsold the top three traditionally published fantasy titles combined on a major online retailer.