Choose a Release Date NOTE: Dates used below are strictly an example. Pick a release date that suits you best and adjust accordingly. Timing: Aim for mid-November 2025 (e.g., November 15) to capitalize on pre-holiday shopping, a peak season for eBook and print sales. Avoid major holidays (e.g., Thanksgiving, November 27) to avoid competition. [...]
Choose Amazon KDP, Smashwords, or Draft2Digital, and review their terms and royalty rates. Below is a list of platforms to consider, including their royalty rates based on available information. Always check the latest terms on each platform’s website, as rates and conditions can change. Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) Royalty Rates: 70% on eBooks [...]
Register with the U.S. Copyright Office ($45–$65) or note it in your book for legal protection. Registering your copyright with the U.S. Copyright Office ($45–$65) isn’t strictly necessary for legal protection. Your work is automatically copyrighted once it’s fixed in a tangible form (like written down or saved digitally), and you can include a [...]