If you write an e-book, it is vital that you choose the appropriate format. If you select the wrong format, your e-book may not appeal to your consumer base, decreasing your chances of generating sales. Higher Ways Publishing asks: what are the differences between e-book formats? PDF Created by Adobe, PDF is a portable document format which is known for…
According to new reports, US literary body The National Book Foundation has appointed two new members to its board of directors. National Book Foundation Founded in 1989 by National Book Awards Inc., the National Book Foundation is a US book industry non-profit body. The Nationals Book Foundation’s stated mission is “to celebrate the best of American literature, to expand its…
A literary content company has announced that it will launch a new service which it hopes will serve as the ‘Rotten Tomatoes’ of books. Higher Ways Publishing reports. Importance of reviews As an aspiring author, It is key that you strive to attract book reviews. Readers trust what other readers think of books, so attracting reviews could allow you to…
After you have compiled a first draft your e-book, you will need to edit your work. If you submit an error-free draft of your e-book to publishers, you will present yourself as a professional, increasing the likelihood that said publishers will greenlight your manuscript. Higher Ways Publishing explains how to edit your e-book. Proof your work First, proof your work.…
When you release your latest book, you want it to attract as many readers as possible. According to ISBN, 88% of online shoppers trust reviews as much as personal recommendations, so by accruing reviews you can widen your book’s reader base. If you release your book on Amazon, you will be able to utilise Amazon Reviews, a popular platform in…
With a Kindle e-reader, you can peruse a vast supply of digital books at your convenience. But there are limitations on Kindle devices that you need to know to ensure you maximise your Kindle’s potential. Higher Ways Publishing explains how to navigate Kindle E-Book license limitations. Game changing technology The first Kindle device was launched in 2007 and it altered…
Global book e-commerce platform Amazon has just released the results of a new study, which reveals the most ‘well-read’ cities across the United States of America. Higher Ways Publishing reports. Find your readers As an aspiring author, it is vital that you know your readers. By identifying your target market, you can determine how to promote your works effectively to…
According to Zephoria Digital Marketing, 1.09bn people log into Facebook every day. This makes it the perfect place to market your work, and ensure you reach a broad swathe of your target reader base. Higher Ways Publishing explains how to create an author page on Facebook. Basic setup To set up a Facebook author page you will need an email…
It is key to create buzz when promoting your new book. If you hold a book launch party, you can promote your book both offline and via social media channels, building hype around your release. Higher Ways Publishing explains how to throw a book launch party. Set out a budget Before you do anything else, set out a budget. How…
Industry group the International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF) and the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), have announced that they are exploring ways to join forces. Higher Ways Publishing reports. Future of reading W3C is the primary global standards organisation for the World Wide Web. It was founded by Sir Tim Berners-Lee, who also created the World Wide Web. Recently, Berners-Lee…
