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Practical guides on book specs, file prep, and getting your work into readers' hands. New articles are on the way.

Self-publishing workspace with a laptop, proof copy, and budget notebook

Self-Publishing

How Much Does It Cost to Self-Publish a Book? (2026 Breakdown)

$0-100 DIY to $10K professional. Real 2026 costs by book type - novels, children's, comic, photography, and poetry books.
Custom printed children's picture books with crayons and stuffed foxes

Self-Publishing

The Cheapest Way to Print a Children's Book (2026 Guide)

Real 2026 prices, AI illustration tips, and step-by-step instructions. From $2.50 per copy at volume, with no minimums.

Publishing a book
written with AI?

Self-Publishing

Can You Publish a Book Written With AI? (2026 Rules)

Yes - but copyright, disclosure, and platform rules matter. What authors need to know about AI text, illustrations, and printing.
Custom coloring books

Printing Guide

Custom Coloring Books: How to Create, Print, and Order Your Own

Create and print custom coloring books for gifts, business promotions, or retail. No minimums, premium paper, fast shipping.