Author Blog

An author platform is a crucial part of any author’s marketing plan, particularly if you’re self-publishing a book. We’re here to look at some more unusual and fun ways to make the most of your platform as an author.

Your author website can be a great way to find—and keep!—readers. Here are some things you can change on your website to convert readers into fans.

Your friends can support you as an author in a few easy ways, but they may not know exactly how. Here are 7 easy ways your friends can help you sell more books.

It may seem a bit far-fetched, but being kind can actually affect you, your health, your habits, and your writing itself. Here several ways being kind can make you a better writer.

Do you need an ISBN? Are they even worth it? And where can you get one? Check out these ISBN FAQs for answers!

Ebook editing can be overwhelming, since the quality of editing can make or break a novel. There are some techniques you can use to self-edit your book, and one of these is macros. Read on to discover how to create and use macros!

At Book Cave, we’re often asked what the appropriate rating is for cozy mysteries, clean romance, or children’s fiction. Let’s take a look at what the ratings really mean, and what ratings these three genres usually fall into.

Why do writers write? Authors talk about why they are driven, called, compelled, persuaded, or inspired to write. Do any of these match your reasons for writing?

If you’re planning on running a book promotion, you may be wondering how long you should run your promotion for, or if one day of the week is better than another. We took a look at our daily deals email open and click rates to get an answer.

There are significant advantages to being the creator of a subscriber magnet group, so why not give it a try?

How do subscriber magnets—an ebook that an author gives readers for free in return for the reader signing up for their newsletter—help you sell more books? Here are 3 ways!

One way to sell more books is to provide value to your readers. This works because readers will feel you’re not just trying to sell to them but that you’re interested in helping them. How can you provide value? Here are some ideas.

Spreading the word about your ebook can be challenging! Here are 14 ways you can promote your ebook on Facebook.

It is important to be accessible as an author by giving contact information so that readers, journalists, and promoters can get in touch with you. Here are several reasons why you should be accessible as well as ways you can do so.

As an author, using the advanced Google search tactics will not only help you research for your book more effectively, it will save you loads of time.

Do any of these signs fit you? If so, you might be an author—or a psychopath. Research is only beginning in this field, and the difference isn’t quite clear yet!

So you’re a WEIRD author. That’s great news! Celebrate your uniqueness with one of these funny writer shirts.

At Book Cave, we’ve seen our share of interesting grammar mistakes. Here are 5 common grammar mistakes that we notice even accomplished authors sometimes make.

As an author, you’re on the computer a lot, and keyboard shortcuts can save you just a little bit of time here and there. Try adding these useful keyboard shortcuts for authors to those you already use regularly.