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Amazon Ads for Authors: Magic Bullet or Waste of Time?

Jun 27, 2022 – Book Marketing

Is Amazon ads the magic bullet authors need to advertise their book? Read this breakdown of the ad platform's pros and cons to find out. Read more →

How to Set Up and Manage Your Amazon Book Ads

Jun 27, 2022

Interested in using Amazon Ads to promote your book? Here's a six-step guide to setting up and monitoring your Amazon book advertising campaigns. Read more →

How to Write a Haiku: 6 Key Steps to Follow

Jun 09, 2022 – Perfecting your Craft

Follow this step-by-step guide to start writing your wonderful collection of haiku poems! Read more →

Optimizing Your Blurb for Amazon (and Other Retailers)

May 30, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

FInd out how to turn your book's blurb into a powerful tool for selling more copies online. Read more →

Dénouement: Definition, Tips, and Examples

May 23, 2022 – Perfecting your Craft

What is a dénouement, and why do authors write them? Read on for answers and examples of amazing dénouements. Read more →

What is a Haiku? Japan’s Beloved Poetry Format, Explained

May 12, 2022 – Perfecting your Craft

A closer look at the format, features, and history of the popular Japanese poetry form. Read more →

How to Research Your Market: An Author's Guide [Checklist]

May 11, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

Ensure your book finds its readership even before you write a single word of it. Download our market research checklist for authors Read more →

How to Write a Self-Help Book (That Actually Helps People)

Apr 18, 2022 – Perfecting your Craft

You’ve overcome an obstacle or problem and learned some important life lessons — now you want to write a self-help book and share your experience and wisdom with other people. Read more →

Bookdle: The Word-a-Day Publishing App

Apr 01, 2022 – Reedsy News

Discover a new way to engage and excite your readers. Bookdle: Publishing's answer to Wordle. Read more →

What is a Vanity Press? A Guide to Vanity Publishing

Mar 02, 2022

Reedsy's guide to vanity presses, along with reasons why authors should steer clear of them. Read more →

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