A quick guide for setting up a KDP account

A quick guide for setting up a KDP account

In today’s world, eBook and print-on-demand sales have become extremely important. Both these formats boost an author’s sales and allow for global reach. As a self-published author, you may not always have the funds to print and ship books overseas. Online retailers like Amazon and IngramSpark allow you to reach local and international audiences without these costs. This article will show you how to set up a Kindle Direct Publishing

A self-publishing success story: Phil McInnes

In 2024, we had the pleasure of assisting Phil in bringing his book SHINE to life through self-publishing. As part of celebrating the release of his book, Phil shared some of his insights and experience in an author interview. The Interview Q: What inspired you to write your book? To a greater or lesser extent, our work defines who we are. For many people, their workplace is dull and there is

Staging Post interview with Lisa Lazarus

Staging Post interview with Lisa Lazarus

Congratulations to Lisa Lazarus on publishing her debut novel, Flight of the Dancer, at the close of 2023! It’s always wonderful to see a new author writing and publishing their first book, something that requires passion, resilience, and dedication. Flight of the Dancer is a poignant coming-of-age portrait of agency and acceptance. The novel follows Julia Glass as she untangles her complex relationship with her mother. We asked Lisa to tell

Interview with Catherine Hodgson

Interview with Catherine Hodgson

We had the incredible opportunity to get an author interview from Catherine Hodgson where she discusses her publishing journey. Catherine has just published her book, The Mentoring Roadmap. Dive into the world behind the words as Catherine shares insights into her writing process, inspiration, and the journey behind her wonderful book. Catherine’s book guides you through your mentoring learning using her unique mentoring model, The Catherine Wheel. Mentors and those

Staging’s Post top ten self-publishing to look out for in 2023

Staging’s Post top ten self-publishing to look out for in 2023

As a self-published author or future author, it is essential to be aware of current trends in the self-publishing industry. The industry is constantly evolving, and staying up to date on developments will keep you ahead of the curve. Staging Post has done a little bit of research and we have compiled a list of six current trends in self-publishing. There are other trends out there, but in our eyes,

Top Ten Tips For Marketing Your Book

Top Ten Tips For Marketing Your Book

At Staging Post, our authors often ask us how they can market their book to reach the widest possible audience. There are many marketing opportunities out there for books, but the author needs to make sure that they tap into the right channels to reach their readers. This may sound like a difficult task, but there are ways to make this step much easier. We have compiled our own top

Staging Post’s top ten memoir writing tips

Staging Post’s top ten memoir writing tips

Do you want to share your life story with the world, but not sure where to start? At Staging Post, we have seen many authors publish their memoirs successfully. However, many first-time writers don’t know how to go about writing their life story. We have compiled a list of ten tips to help you get started on your memoir writing journey. Our top ten tips: Structure your manuscript around a

Self-Published Author Interview with Nthabiseng Ogude

Self-Published Author Interview with Nthabiseng Ogude

Staging Post extends its warmest congratulations to Nthabiseng Ogude, who recently self-published her memoir, The Making of a Shareville Girl. A memoir offers readers an intimate glimpse into the life of the author, and their personal challenges, growths, and triumphs. We asked Nthabiseng to share with us how she experienced the self-publishing process in the interview below. We hope that her words inspire you and that you learn from her

Staging Post’s top ten tips for first-time self-publishers

Staging Post’s top ten tips for first-time self-publishers

You have written a book, now what? Being a first-time author can be daunting, especially when following the self-publishing route. Therefore, we have compiled a top-ten tips list to help get you started. The top-ten tips After completing writing your manuscript, read and revise it (probably more than once!). As the writer, you may not always be able to see the shortcomings in your own writing. One of the first