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June 05, 2026

One Night. One Cabin. There's No Going Back. Literary Titan Gold Award Winner; Reedsy Discovery MUST READ Gold Cup. In the misty foothills of North Georgia, Savannah Gray tends her family's historic vineyard unaware of hidden truths that ...

March 26, 2026

Solitude

State of Solitude Book 1 - by Autumn Newman. Sixteen-year-old Atlas Stone has always felt caught between worlds: too quiet for the chaos of Whittermoor School, too restless for the stillness of her grandparents' cottage in Tranquil. Haunted by the l...

February 02, 2026

The Sleepless Divide: A Review

J.P. Ellison’s The Sleepless Divide arrives with a premise that feels strikingly timely—a world where sleep has become both a commodity and a vulnerability, where those who rest are left behind while the sleepless elite surge forward in an endless r...

January 09, 2026

Skin in the Game

: the Fight to Save Perdido Bay from Industrial Pollution by Jacqueline Lane, PhD - This book tells the story of citizens who have fought for more than forty years—and continue to fight—to protect Perdido Bay. Drawing on decades of scientific traini...

December 16, 2025

The Breaking of Time: Chronicles of the Arvynth

MARIEL HEMINGWAY'S BOOK CLUB SELECTION! One father's desperate choice fractures time and reality itself. To everyone around him, Daniel Ward is a mild-mannered accountant, devoted husband and father in a quiet New England suburb. But when his...

November 19, 2025

Forbidden Thread

Thread by Thread Saga - Book 1 -by Evelyn M. Adams - Ashford Falls lives by the Quiet Accord: humans stay off the ridge, and wolves give them no reason to come looking. But fragile peace never lasts. When rising attorney Gabriel Ashford sheds blood ...

November 17, 2025

FOUR YEAR VOWS - THE EXIT

by J. P. Ellison - Four Year Vow Series Book 2 - She left the marriage. She found herself. But will the past let her go? Renewing their vows was a mistake. Vanessa knew that now. So did her husband, August. But breaking up is never easy, even when t...

November 07, 2025

Quantum Interface

- by Paul Walker - The year is 2057 and humanity has refocused its priorities after narrowly avoiding an existential crisis brought on by autonomous AI nearly 20 years earlier. Life is as normal as it could be, considering the fact that bio-engineer...

October 15, 2025

Conall: The Place of Blood - Rinn-Iru

- by David H. Millar - Over four hundred years before the birth of Christ, the island of Ériu is a patchwork of feuding kingdoms, vast plains, and frozen bogs. Battle, intrigue, betrayals, and courage are part of life for the Celts who call Ériu hom...

September 24, 2025

Raising Genius

: Mozart, Einstein, Jobs: The Price of Brilliance - by Nam Nguyen - What if the secret to genius isn't talent, but parenting? From Mozart's relentless childhood tours to Einstein's rebellion against rigid schooling to Steve Jobs's turbulent relation...

September 22, 2025

Losing to Find Herself

A Story of Love, Loss, and Finding Home - by Nuki King - A marriage broken. A journey across continents. A call from the universe that changes everything… Elena thought her life was secure — a devoted husband, two beautiful children, and a fut...

September 09, 2025

Jazz and Jasmine

-by Ellington Hart - Some voices don’t echo. They burn. Step into 1925 Harlem. A story of music, love, and resilience. A voice powerful enough to change everything. Jazz & Jasmine – a debut novel by Ellington Hart – launching late fall 2025 Som...

September 02, 2025

FOUR-YEAR VOWS

(Four Year Vow Series) - by J.P. Ellison - Vanessa Pepper has always put everyone else first—her career, her marriage, her life. But when the quiet cracks in her marriage become impossible to ignore, she faces a choice she never imagined: stay in th...

August 18, 2025

Life Skills Guide for Teens & Young Adults

: Structured solutions to gain financial literacy, career direction, and mental clarity to succeed - by V. Morgan - Unlock the secrets to independence and success in just a few months, even if you've never tackled life's challenges alone befor...

August 06, 2025

AbunDance

: A Fulfilled Path to Success - by Oxana Lovich - Discover a brilliant guide to a life of fulfilled success in every aspect - from harmonious prosperity to lasting happy relationships, vigorous health to emotional wellbeing, a higher state of consci...

July 29, 2025

Snow Job

The Most Important Book in Baseball History - by Jake Snow - "SNOW JOB" is The Most Important Book in Baseball History! It is fixing Little League Baseball one coach at a time and, to ensure its success, Team Jake Snow is now mobilized to infiltrat...

July 28, 2025

Furniture Sliders

: A Max Calder Spy-Fi Mystery (The Bureau Archives Trilogy) - by Alexander Bentley THE MIRROR WAS MEANT TO WIN THE WAR. NOW IT THREATENS TO UNMAKE EVERYTHING. New York, Vienna, Prague, Montevideo 1947. The war sputtered to an uneasy close, but in th...

July 25, 2025

Throne of Runes

A Viking Queen Fantasy Romance – Book One - by Tracy Partridge-Johnson - A forgotten princess. A cursed heir. A prophecy etched in blood and stone. Eira has spent her life tucked away in a quiet village at the edge of the known world—unaware of the ...

July 25, 2025

Biblical Life Lessons for Modern Day Living

Applying Practical Biblical Wisdom In Life Situations - by Rodolfo Valentine - Make Wiser Choices Every Day—Even If You’ve Made Costly Mistakes—With These Practical Biblical Lessons Feeling stuck at a crossroads? What if ancient biblical wisdom cou...

July 22, 2025

Shadows of Summer

by Angel Keck - Zoe didn’t expect to fall in love—not with the mountains, not with the horses, and definitely not with Jax. But summer on a remote Montana ranch brings more than fresh air. Beneath the peaceful rhythm of days and the pull of a quiet ...

July 15, 2025

Gaia's Game

by Aaron Ableman and Robert Edward Grant - The game of life is ancient and wise - will we rise to claim the prize? A cosmicomic mythological adventure series exploring the wisdom traditions of the world! The first book in the "Gaia's Game&#...

July 11, 2025

She Loved Them Both: a Love Story in Leather and Dust

by Sarah B. Thomas - She Loved Them Both is a tender, unforgettable Southern story of love, loss, and the roads not taken. Reba Jean had a fire in her spirit and two very different men tugging at her heart. One was wild and untamed. The other, stead...

July 08, 2025

Dream Bound

by Keerthi Caroline - Sometimes, it takes getting lost in a dream to remember what truly matters. When two busy families lose touch with their children's inner worlds, they are swept into Dreamscape - a wondrous realm quietly maintained by Zara...

July 07, 2025

Armor of God Superkid: Jayden's Divine Day

by Enlightenment.club - Seven-year-old Jayden isn't looking for superpowers—he wants to help his classmates. But when his guardian angel Wisdom appears with the divine Armor of God, Jayden discovers that kindness can be his greatest strength. As eac...

June 30, 2025

Artificial Intelligence: Choose the Best - ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot. Leaders by Industry

The ultimate guide to top state-of-the-art AI tools ideal for you, with expert time-saving recommendations. Are you sold on AI, but seeking the best options for your specific needs? Want to learn about the varieties of AI and then discover each curr...

Indie Author Spotlight

Meet the Authors Behind the Books

Every book begins with a story — and every author has one worth knowing.

In our Indie Author Spotlight series, we pull back the curtain and invite independent authors to share the journeys, struggles, and triumphs that shaped them as writers.

From the spark of a first idea to the thrill (and terror!) of hitting "publish," these candid conversations reveal the real, human side of self-publishing.

Whether you're an avid reader curious about the creative process or an aspiring author looking for inspiration and community, you'll find something to love in each interview.

Grab a cup of tea, get comfortable, and get to know some of the most passionate, courageous storytellers in the indie world — we have a feeling you'll want to cheer them on.

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Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author December 08, 2025

Amazon KDP Categories Explained (2026 Update): How to Choose the Best Categories to Boost Your Book Sales

Choosing the right Amazon KDP categories is one of the most important steps you can take as an indie author. Whether you’re launching your first book or optimizing a long-standing title, your categories determine: Where your book appears in Amazon’s...

Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author December 04, 2025

Branding Basics for Authors (Colors • Fonts • Style)

If you're an indie author in 2026, your brand is no longer optional — it’s a powerful tool that helps readers recognize you instantly and feel emotionally connected to your work. Branding isn’t just a logo or a color palette. It’s the experience you...

Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author December 02, 2025

How to Build Your First 500 Followers as a New Author (2026 Edition)

Self-Published Author Academy Growing your first audience can feel like the hardest part of becoming an author. Once you cross that initial 500-follower mark, everything gets easier: engagement improves, algorithms begin to notice you, and your book...

Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author December 01, 2025

How to Build Your Author Social Media Presence (2026 Edition)

The no-burnout, no-dancing-on-video, no-24/7-posting approach for indie authors. Social media in 2026 is noisier than ever — but it’s also one of the fastest ways for new authors to build visibility, credibility, and loyal readers. The catch? Most ...

Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author November 28, 2025

How to Write Your Author Bio (Examples for Fiction & Nonfiction)

How to Write Your Author Bio (Examples for Fiction & Nonfiction) Your author bio is one of the most powerful trust-building tools you have — and most authors get it wrong. Here’s how to write one that sells your books. Your author bio is more th...

Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author November 26, 2025

How to Set Up Your Author Central Page (2026 Tutorial)

Your complete, beginner-friendly guide to claiming, optimizing, and professionalizing your Amazon author presence. Your Amazon Author Central page is one of the most powerful (and overlooked) tools available to indie authors in 2026. It’s where read...

Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author November 25, 2025

Pen Name or Real Name? How to Choose Your Author Identity in 2026

Choosing whether to publish under your legal name or a pen name is one of the earliest—and most surprisingly important—decisions you’ll make as an indie author. And in 2026, with the rise of personal branding, SEO, social media discoverability, and ...

Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author November 24, 2025

Self-Publishing Costs in 2026: Free, Low-Cost, & Smart Spending

A realistic breakdown for new and experienced indie authors Self-publishing in 2026 is more accessible than ever—but also more confusing. With so many tools, platforms, and freelancers offering every service imaginable, costs can range from complete...

Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author November 21, 2025

How to Choose the Best Publishing Platform in 2026

(Beginner-Friendly Guide) Choosing where to publish your book is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as an indie author. The platform you choose affects everything from your royalties to your visibility, distribution reach, and long-term...

By Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author November 20, 2025

Writing vs Editing vs Formatting: What Order Should You Follow in 2026?

One of the most common questions new authors ask is: “What’s the correct order — formatting, writing, or editing?” The short answer: ➡ Writing → Editing → Formatting But true publishing success requires a bit more nuance. Each stage affects the next...

By Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author November 19, 2025

Should You Use Amazon KDP in 2026? Pros, Cons & Must-Know Updates

⭐ The Big Question Every New Author Asks If you're starting your publishing journey in 2026, you’ve probably heard this a thousand times: “Should I publish my book on Amazon KDP?” And the honest answer is: 👉 For most indie authors, yes — but with a ...

Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author November 18, 2025

Self-Publishing: What It Looks Like in 2026

Self-publishing has matured into a powerful, legitimate, profitable publishing path. It’s no longer the “back door” — it’s the smart door for most authors. ✔ The Pros of Self-Publishing 1. Total Creative Freedom You control:TitleCoverContentEditing ...

Tracy Partridge-Johnson, Founder of Self-Published Author November 17, 2025

Self-Publishing in 2026: What’s Changed + What Authors Need to Know

Self-publishing has never been more accessible—or more competitive—than it is heading into 2026. If you’ve been dreaming about writing a book, revising an old manuscript, or finally hitting “publish” after years of thinking about it, this is a power...