Amazon KDP is limiting rapid book uploads. This is to tackle the increasing problem of spam and low-quality content. A positive step towards a fairer platform for all authors! #KDP #SelfPublishing #AmazonKDP #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfMastodon

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We had a great chat with one of our authors about their self-publishing journey. It's always insightful to hear firsthand accounts of the process. What are some of the biggest challenges you've faced as an author? #SelfPublishing #AuthorInterview #WritingCommunity #IndieAuthor #AuthorsOfMastodon

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Building an author website? Don't overthink it! Keep it simple, keep it *you*. Clear navigation, easy-to-find book links, and a way for readers to contact you. What are your favourite author websites? I'm always looking for inspiration! #AuthorWebsite #SelfPublishing #WebDesign #AuthorsOfMastodon #BookMarketing

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And bookshop.org is also carrying "The Eliminator." Same price as Amazon, but the money goes to a nonprofit that gives 80% of the take to indie bookstores. If you want to read the first scene and a half, go to Amazon and click "free sample."

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https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-eliminator-allan-dyen-shapiro/d0244d7a86ee9cd1?ean=9781969655999&next=t&next=t&affiliate=12110

NEW BLOG POST: News and Notes - April 2026

Trying something new (for me) with this one. See what you think.

https://vortex-1.blogspot.com/2026/04/news-and-notes-april-2026.html

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Is anyone else finding KDP print quality inconsistent? I've heard from several authors experiencing issues with their books. What's your experience? Any advice for navigating these challenges? #KDP #SelfPublishing #PrintOnDemand #AmazonKDP #AuthorsOfMastodon

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The self-publishing world is vast! Feeling lost? Start with a solid plan. Define your goals, research your market, and build a support network. You've got this! #SelfPublishing #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #Publishing #AuthorsOfMastodon

#SelfPublishing #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #Publishing #AuthorsOfMastodon

The self-publishing world is vast! Feeling lost? Start with a solid plan. Define your goals, research your market, and build a support network. You've got this! #SelfPublishing #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #Publishing #AuthorsOfMastodon

#SelfPublishing #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #Publishing #AuthorsOfMastodon

This week we’ve got travel editor Rachael Boardman’s love letter to her home town.

https://countyfencemagazine.com/a-love-letter-to-my-home-town/

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