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How to sell books with email marketing: a guide for self-published bookmakers

In the dynamic world of self-publishing, one's success often hinges on effectively using a variety of marketing strategies. Email marketing is among the most powerful strategies, providing a way ...

Planning & Creating

How to make a coffee table book: A 10-step guide to getting started

Crafting a coffee table book is an art form that combines equal aspects of storytelling, visual allure, and production value. Coffee table books are the perfect platform for professional ...

Hit the Books

Hit the Books with Dan Milnor: The Power of the Email Newsletter

My journey to newsletters was through blogging. And my journey to the humble blog was circuitous as well. I’m thankful for those journeys, because email newsletters have proved to ...

Planning & Creating

How to pick photos for your photo book

Part two of three of how to print your photo book with pro photographer Jared Platt Editor's note: In this three-part series, pro photographer and educator Jared Platt will teach ...

Tips & Tricks

How to Organize Recipes for Your Custom Cookbook

If you’re thinking about making a cookbook, you’ve probably already had some inspiration and a general idea of what works. The best ones follow a few important rules for ...