Welcome to Episode 5 of our UK Spotlight 2021 series. In October 2020, Paige Allen joined the IngramSpark team as our new Director. A Nashville native, she recently served as the Chief Operating Officer of the Horton Group, where she developed a passion for creating successful consumer-facing platforms. Ben leads the conversation with compelling questions about the future of IngramSpark, the challenges of 2020, and her top advice for indie authors and publishers. Also, we’re announcing...

Welcome to Episode 4 of our UK Spotlight 2021 series. Sacha Black is unlike any other UK entrepreneur. She’s a writing coach, author, speaker, and podcaster, who loves helping indie authors develop the ideal “villain” and seek out abandoned buildings for inspiration. In an industry that can seem daunting, Sacha is dedicated to “keeping the fun” and standing out from the crowd with her unique approach to coaching. She challenges writers to give themselves time to think, find inspiration,...

Welcome to Episode 3 of our UK Spotlight 2021 series. Have you ever wondered if you can “make work more fun”? Well, it turns out that you’re not alone! Joost Minnaar and Pim de Morree are the authors of the Corporate Rebels book, a literary movement that challenges the workplace status quo. After quitting their jobs and visiting the most innovative companies in the world, they built upon the success of their popular blog with a debut book. Ben sits down with Pim to discuss their experience...

Welcome to Episode 2 of our UK Spotlight 2021 series. The best part of the self-publishing journey is connecting with fellow indie authors along the way! Justine Solomons has a passion to fuel this connection, which is what inspired her to launch Byte the Book in 2012. After working in the software development industry for nine years, she created Byte the Book to empower writers to become more literate in the business of books. Justine understands that indie authors must be equipped with...

Join us for the debut episode of our exclusive UK Spotlight 2021 series, where IngramSpark’s UK Business Development Manager, Ben Hughes, will be chatting with influential authors and industry experts. In today’s episode, he’s diving into the world of self-publishing children’s books with IngramSpark author N.G.K. The well-known N.G.K. (Nathan), is the UK author behind the Harry The Happy Mouse series and was named among the Top 10 Children’s Writers in The World at the 2018 Author Academy...

In the final episode of Season 5, Robin and Justine answer questions from listeners around the world. Tune in to find out answers to commonly asked questions including: How can I get book editing and cover design for my book? Is book translation a good idea? Can I publish on both IngramSpark and Amazon? And more!To learn more about self-publishing and marketing your indie book, visit IngramSpark at https://selfpub.is/33CoBDx. 

Interested in starting your self-publishing journey? Join Robin and Justine in an informative chat with indie publishing expert and author of the Pocket Guide to Publishing, John Koehler.  This episode is sponsored by Writer’s Digest, a comprehensive resource for professional and aspiring writers of all media, genres, and skill levels, helping ignite writers’ creative vision for 100 years. Learn more about the Writer's Digest self-publishing competitions at...

Fauzia Burke, founder of FSB Associates, has dedicated her career to mastering online marketing for authors. On today's episode, Fauzia discusses her secret formula for book marketing: Design + Engagement + Visibility = Success. Tune in to hear more about the latest trends in online marketing, social media, video promotion, and more. To learn more about book marketing, check out the educational resources available at IngramSpark https://selfpub.is/33CoBDx.  

Interested in starting a podcast to reach more readers? Tune in to hear from Barrett Newsome, host of the wildly popular She & I Podcast, in a lively conversation covering everything you need to know to start your own podcast. Find out why authors should consider podcasting, the tools you need to record podcast episodes, how to attract listeners to your podcast, and more! For more information on building your author platform, visit IngramSpark at https://selfpub.is/33CoBDx. 

Many authors are finding it difficult to focus on writing in the midst of the global pandemic. Grant Faulkner, Executive Director of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), chats with Robin and Justine about how writers are finding creative ways to ease their anxiety, stay motivated, and set realistic writing goals.  For more tips on writing, visit IngramSpark at https://selfpub.is/33CoBDx. 

It's never been more important to highlight diversity in publishing. This week, Robin and Justine sit down with Deon McAdoo, a sales specialist at IngramSpark, to talk about IngramSpark's efforts to highlight multicultural authors. You can shop IngramSpark's curated list of diverse and multicultural indie titles on Bookshop or Amazon. If you feel your IngramSpark book honors diversity in publishing, please contact Deon at [email protected] for list consideration.

Join Robin and Justine in an eye-opening conversation about the state of bookselling with Josh Floyd, the Business Development Manager for IngramSpark. In this episode, Josh discusses the impact of COVID-19 on bookstores and what that means for independent authors. Find out more about how bookstores and libraries work with IngramSpark and what you can do to get your book noticed! To learn more about how to self-publish a book and make it available to bookstores worldwide, visit...

Bestselling author Erin Wright joins us this week to discuss the benefits of wide distribution in ebook publishing and why she left Kindle Unlimited to publish with IngramSpark. As a former librarian, Erin sheds light on the importance of libraries for book sales and the revenue potential available for authors who choose to go wide! To learn more about wide distribution with IngramSpark, visit https://selfpub.is/33CoBDx.  This episode is sponsored by the Independent Book Publishers...

Join Robin and Justine in an informative chat with John Peragine, author of 14 books and ghostwriter of over 100 others, to learn more about the advantages of selling books directly. In this episode, John lends his expertise to discuss direct selling tools, book clubs, and reader magnets. He sheds light on the latest tools and technology for self-published authors and shares unique ways for self-published authors to create licensing opportunities for their books. This episode is especially...

Robin and Justine are back with Season 5 of Go Publish Yourself! In this episode, our hosts discuss major shifts in book publishing trends as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen today to get tips for selling your books directly, find out which genres that are currently selling well in the market, and discover ways to plan ahead for book sales in an uncertain economy. To learn more about how to self-publish a book with IngramSpark, visit https://selfpub.is/33CoBDx. 

In the final episode of Season 4, Robin Cutler is joined by Bill Samuel, indie author and member of the Foyle bookselling family, who founded the world-renowned Foyles bookstore in the UK. He shares his unique perspective from both sides of publishing: as a bookseller and a book publisher. Robin and Bill discuss the state of bookselling in the UK, and the important lessons Bill learned as a self-published author. Get inspired by Bill's story and self-publish your own book...

Self-publishing in Australia is on the rise! How can you connect to this local community? What's the book publishing market like there? In this exciting episode, Robin Cutler is joined by Debbie Lee, a Senior Leader with IngramSpark Australia, and Tim Colonel, General Manager of the Small Press Network. Learn more about events, associations, and resources available to the indie publishing community in Australia, and publish like a pro at https://selfpub.is/2XfzcPF.  This episode is sponsored...

Media attention is necessary to grow awareness for indie books, but most authors are confused about the process. Where do you go to find the best media outlets for your book? What exactly does a book publicist do? How much does hiring a PR firm cost, and is there a benefit to hiring more than one? Zach Obront, PR expert and co-founder of Scribe Media, sits down with Robin Cutler to chat about how to get your book noticed. Learn more about how to publish a book professionally...

What does a traditional publisher do and how do they decide what to publish? What's the difference between indie, hybrid, and traditional publishing? Brooke Warner dives into the business of publishing in this informative, educational episode. Learn more about self-publishing with IngramSpark at https://selfpub.is/2XfzcPF.  This episode is sponsored by the Independent Book Publishers Association, the largest publishing trade association in the U.S. IBPA offers a free 3-month trial membership...

Web design expert, John Burke, joins Robin Cutler to discuss author websites. Does an author need a website? How can you use your website to market your book? What all should you put on your author website? Tune in to learn more and publish your book with IngramSpark at https://selfpub.is/2XfzcPF.  This episode is sponsored by The Hot Sheet, a publishing industry e-newsletter, delivering context and analysis on issues affecting authors today. Sign up for a free 30-day trial at...

Robin Cutler and Justine Bylo are back for Season 4 of Go Publish Yourself! Tune in to find out if you’ve made any of the top self-publishing mistakes—from choosing the wrong book title to failing to be “social” on social media—and learn how to publish like a pro at https://selfpub.is/2XfzcPF.  This episode is sponsored by Writer’s Digest, a comprehensive resource for professional and aspiring writers of all media, genres, and skill levels: https://selfpub.is/2qkiaUe. 

When Julie Kenner's friend handed her a romance novel to read, she didn't know how life-changing that moment would ultimately be. Tune in for the season finale of the Author Spotlight to hear how Julie finds inspiration for her characters, the impact of Fifty Shades of Grey on the romance genre, and how you can make a living as a full-time romance author. You can find Julie at www.juliekenner.com and publish your romance novel with IngramSpark today: https://selfpub.is/2Eray6w. 

The bestselling comedy author of Stinker Lets Loose, Randy, and more, Mike sits down with Justine to discuss how publishing comedy differs from other genres. Having experience with traditional publishing, his perspective allows him to share just how self-publishing gives comedians more control with their writing. If you have a unique idea for a comedy book, this is an episode you won't want to miss. You can find Mike at www.mikesacks.com and start your own publishing journey with IngramSpark...

How did Crystal Swain-Bates go from a successful career in the CIA to a full-time children's books author? After seeing the lack of diversity in the children's book market, she decided to do something about it. In today's episode of the Author Spotlight, bestselling children's book author Crystal Swain-Bates shares how she made the transition from working a government job to owning her own publishing company, Goldest Karat Publishing. Hear more about how Crystal has created stories for...