Zeitgeist: The UK Rape Gang Inquiry Report Is Out
A break down of the UK rape gang inquiry report: its staggering scope, why British citizens are afraid to speak, and what authors can do about it.
How to Hook Readers in the First 50 Pages
Learn how to optimize that tiny window to grab your reader within the first 50 pages and convince them to finish your book.
Reader Magnets Are Dead? Why Most Reader Magnets Fail
Discover strategies to create a good reader magnet that will engage readers and boost your newsletter subscriptions.
Are We in an AI Bubble? Plus Audiobook Strategy, Vellum Upgrades & Loving Your Readers
The tech world was shaken recently when British AI firm Builder.ai filed for bankruptcy—after it was revealed their “AI” was really 700 Indian engineers behind the curtain. It’s the Mechanical Turk all over again. In 1770, a man named Wolfgang von Kempelen built what...
Your Friends Lied About Your Book Cover
Discover how to find a good book cover that attracts the right readers and drives clicks that lead to sales across all platforms.
The Digital vs. Physical War: AI Companies Are Pulping Books by the Pallet
Literary agents can now charge for marketing, indie print revenue jumped 75%, the $1.5B Anthropic settlement was approved, and AI may have crossed the AGI line.
The Indie Whale Reader: How to Reach Readers Who Devour 100 Books a Year
Traditional publishing posts a December surge in the latest AAP StatShot, even as the broader market stays flat. We unpack new 2026 reader data, major AI-driven layoffs at Block, Spotify’s audiobook charts, Julia Quinn’s Kickstarter success, podcast growth, and key AI updates from Google and Cloudflare.
How to Get More Book Reviews With Derek Doepker
Bestselling author and marketing strategist Derek Doepker shares tips to help you get more book reviews before, during, or after your launch.
101 Book Marketing Ideas That Will Change Your Life
We’ve compiled a list of book marketing ideas that will connect you to readers, build your brand, and sell your book. If you feel stuck with your book, this guide has the idea that will get you unstuck. The goal of this guide is to help get your creative juices...
The Week Romance Died? Harlequin AI Deal + NY Times Bestseller Shake-Up
Harlequin’s AI micro-drama deal ignites author boycotts, a Wharton study warns of “cognitive surrender,” and the NYT bestseller list drops mass market for new audiobook charts.
The 5 Kinds of Kickstarter Campaigns for Authors
Most authors know one kind of Kickstarter campaign: the pre-order campaign. You write the book, build the campaign, and ask people to fund it before it comes out. If you’re tight on funds, getting the money early can be the difference between cutting corners and...
How to Grow Your Email List Fast With Giveaways
Need more subscribers? Explore the Kingsumo book giveaway technique that helped one author gain thousands of new emails.
Announcing the 2026 Novel Marketing Conference
Find out what makes the 2026 Novel Marketing Conference unique and find out how you can join us.
Zeitgeist: Why Vigilante Stories Are Seeing Chart Topping Popularity
Explore the rise of vigilante fiction as it captivates audiences and challenges traditional storytelling in books and films.
Will Your Back Matter Get Your Book Banned on Amazon?
Discover the key to effective back matter in books. Learn how to engage readers and enhance your marketing strategy in those final pages.
