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Where Authors Get Amazon KDP Policy News
Amazon’s own KDP Help pages and the notices inside a KDP account are the policy record. The Publishing Times explains those pages, with the official link, in a weekly Friday dispatch.
This Week in Self-Publishing — September 19, 2026
This Week in Self-Publishing — September 19, 2026: Your essential weekly digest for indie authors, covering top reviews, awards, and industry trends. This Week in Self-Publishing — September 19, 2026
Literary Prizes 2026: Booker, Pulitzer, National Book Award — What Winning Means for Sales
The ecosystem of major literary awards has evolved significantly by 2026, incorporating indie-published titles more fluidly through expanded eligibility rules f…
This Week in Self-Publishing — September 5, 2026
This Week in Self-Publishing: September 5, 2026. Your essential weekly digest for independent authors, featuring industry news, trends, and expert commentary. This Week in Self-Publishing — September
Weekend Read — Your Top Publishing Stories This Week (August 16, 2026)
Discover the best indie author insights for August 16, 2026. Explore print-on-demand spam updates, print marketing strategies, and our weekly digest.
This Week in Self-Publishing — August 15, 2026
Stay ahead in indie publishing with our August 15, 2026 digest. Expert insights on Kirkus reviews, long-running series, and indie marketing trends.
This Week in Self-Publishing — August 1, 2026
Your weekly dose of self-publishing insights from The Publishing Times. Stay ahead with top stories, trends, and editor's takes for August 1, 2026.
How to Get Book Reviews Before Your Launch (2026)
For indie authors, securing pre-launch book reviews is more crucial than ever in 2026 for visibility and sales. Strategic planning, including ARC teams, NetGalley, and trade reviewers, transforms product pages with vital social proof.
THE GINGHAMS
T.C. Kemper's "The Ginghams" exemplifies how a high-concept middle-grade sci-fi novel can blend personal character arcs with broader societal commentary. This Kirkus-reviewed book offers indie authors valuable lessons on crafting compelling, unique premises…
PAPER TOMBS
Jennifer Rich's "Paper Tombs" explores Holocaust survivors' "memorial books" (yizker bikher), highlighting the power of collaborative, multidisciplinary storytelling to create deeply meaningful and lasting works of remembrance. This offers vital lessons for…
HATING WOMEN
Sean Hotchkiss's debut memoir, "Hating Women," offers a raw and honest account of his journey from childhood trauma and dysfunctional relationships to recovery. This powerful narrative showcases how indie authors can tackle sensitive subjects with…
This Week in Self-Publishing — June 27, 2026
This Week in Self-Publishing — June 27, 2026 Your essential guide to the week's top stories, emerging trends, and expert insights in the dynamic world of self-publishing for June 27, 2026. Greetings,
This Week in Self-Publishing — May 30, 2026
Stay ahead in self-publishing with our May 30, 2026 digest. Expert analysis on KDP printing, book awards, and the evolving landscape for indie authors.
Kirkus Reviews vs. Readers' Favorite: What Editorial Reviews Actually Do for Indie Authors
Editorial reviews are not the same as Amazon customer reviews. Here is what Kirkus, Readers' Favorite, and Amazon Author Central actually do for indie authors — and the cold-pitch scam you need to know about.
This Week in Self-Publishing — May 16, 2026
Your weekly dose of self-publishing insights for May 16, 2026. Discover top award-winning books, emerging trends, and expert editorial commentary.
NetGalley Review 2026: Is It Worth It for Indie Authors?
A complete review of NetGalley for indie authors in 2026. Covers pricing, co-op options, what NetGalley does well, its limitations, and how it compares to Story…
NetGalley for Indie Authors: Is the $450 Investment Worth It in 2026?
NetGalley is the publishing industry's leading ARC distribution platform — but at $450–$599 per title, is it worth the cost for self-published authors?
This Week in Self-Publishing — March 16, 2026
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