Stewardship and New Horizons for IAM in 2026

Welcoming big changes and looking ahead to 2026.
https://indieauthormagazine.com/stewardship-and-new-horizons-for-iam-in-2026/

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What I Wish I Knew Before My First Indie Author Preorder: Essential Tips for a Smooth Launch

Learn from one author’s preorder stumble—and discover how planning buffer time, ramping up promotion, and leaning on the indie community can turn your next preorder into a success.
https://indieauthormagazine.com/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-first-indie-author-preorder-essential-tips-for-a-smooth-launch/

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What ‘You Don’t Know You Don’t Know’ Means for Indie Authors: Your Guide to Education & Self-Publishing Success

Discover why ongoing education—from targeted workshops to on-demand webinars—is crucial for advancing your author career. Learn how to identify and make the most of the training you truly need to thrive in…
https://indieauthormagazine.com/what-you-dont-know-you-dont-know-means-for-indie-authors-your-guide-to-education-self-publishing-success/

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Crafting Your Ideal Indie Author Routine: How to Balance Creativity, Productivity, and Time Off

Discover personalized strategies to structure your indie writing business, balance effective habits, and sustain your creative passion over the long haul.
https://indieauthormagazine.com/crafting-your-ideal-indie-author-routine-how-to-balance-creativity-productivity-and-time-off/

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Why Indie Authors Should Care About Book Cover Trends and How to Capitalize on Them

Discover why staying on top of evolving book cover trends can significantly boost visibility and reader engagement for indie authors.
https://indieauthormagazine.com/why-indie-authors-should-care-about-book-cover-trends-and-how-to-capitalize-on-them/

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Why Indie Authors Must Build 'On Their Own Land': Securing Independence Beyond Amazon and Social Media

At the start of March of this year, a weeklong boycott of Amazon and other large companies organized by The People's Union USA aimed to put pressure on businesses that had ended their diversity, equity, and inclusion…
https://indieauthormagazine.com/why-indie-authors-must-build-on-their-own-land-securing-independence-beyond-amazon-and-social-media/

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The Devil’s Still in the Details—Now They Just Include Your Author Business

Since our inaugural issue, Indie Author Magazine's slogan, “When Writing Means Business,” has shaped our coverage. We've highlighted tech tools, platforms, and strategies to help you expand your earnings and reach new readers, and we've explored every stage…
https://indieauthormagazine.com/the-devils-still-in-the-details-now-they-just-include-your-author-business/

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