Indie Author Magazine

When Writing Means Business - The indie publishing industry's most trusted weekly magazine — now on Substack. Practical strategies for writing, marketing, and selling more books from authors and industry pros who actually do it.

Launched 5 months ago

AI Copyright for Indie Authors: Where We Stand Now

Three years after IAM’s first article on the legality of copyrighting AI, a series of court rulings, Copyright Office reports, and billion-dollar…

18 hrs ago • Chelle Honiker

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Author Inklings: Taking the Next Step on Your Path to Publishing

As you reach the end of the editing process, where do you go next? Author Inklings columnist Susan Odes compares publishing paths authors may explore as…

Jun 19 • Susan Odev

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The Sleep Reset: How Better Sleep Health Affects Your Creativity

Writers often romanticize exhaustion.

Jun 12 • Wendy Van Camp

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From Screenplays to Storefronts: How Deborah Wilde Turned Snark into a Sustainable Author Brand

After years of writing scripts for others, Wilde has built her book business for herself, with heroines that reflect her personality and a direct sales…

Jun 8 • Jenn Lessmann

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Author Inklings: How Your Beta Reader Feedback Becomes a Revision Plan

Your beta readers have read your draft and shared their thoughts. But not all feedback is equal—and sometimes it contradicts. Here’s how you can decide…

Jun 5 • Susan Odev

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Bookstore in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Hosts Hidden Gem of an Author Conference

The first conference hosted by Trident Booksellers and Cafe in the Canadian province served as a reminder that some of the most impactful author events…

Jun 2 • Nicole Schroeder

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Ten Tips for Setting up a Direct Sales Storefront

Thirty percent of indie authors are selling direct. Another 30 percent plan to start this year. Here’s how to join them without overcomplicating it.

May 18 • Chelle Honiker

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