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A few years ago, I attended a property investment conference that, at the time, felt incredibly exciting. This was back in 2016 when self-publishing was really starting to gain momentum, and like many people in the room, I was drawn in by the polished presentation, the big promises and the confidence of the speaker. By…

What Works, What Doesn’t, and Why Humans Still Matter You want to write a book. Maybe you’ve even started. But between AI tools, ethical concerns, and all the moving parts of self-publishing – it’s a lot. And the overwhelm is real. Yes, AI is evolving fast. It can help you brainstorm, clean up grammar, and…

As a small business owner, wearing multiple hats isn’t just a necessity—it’s the norm. As a CEO, marketing guru, customer service rep, and often the heart and soul of your business, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and time-poor. The pressure to consistently produce top-quality work, especially in areas like book publishing, can be immense. AI…

In a digitising world, a reoccurring question often surfaces: “Are people still buying books?” Let’s take a look at the healthy landscape of Australia’s book market, which remarkably, not only sustained but thrived, reaching an impressive A$1.3 billion in sales with 70.9 million units sold in 2022 alone – a robust 8.2% YoY increase. This…

Uncertainty and change have become the norm for most industries over the last few years, and for some, a return to old ways of doing things is uncertain and, quite possibly, unlikely. For the publishing industry, this is no less true. Changes in the global supply chain and publishing industry trends have brought about significant…