The Business
Learn how to create and run your author business.
How to Form a Limited Liability Company For Authors
If you've reached the point where you'd like to turn your self-publishing author business into a Limited Liability Company (LLC), then congratulations. That's a big step step forward, and I'm excited for you. To do this, it's possible to file…
How to Pick a Website Domain Name For Authors?
What domain name should you use for your author website? As you approach this question keep these things in mind. Make it memorable Make it simple Make it unique Make it fit your brand Make sure it's not trademarked Your…
What is a Website Domain Name?
A website domain name is simply the named address of your website. Commonly, It's considered the stuff right after http://www or https://www. As an example, the domain name for my website, which you are currently viewing, is matthewdevore.com. I actually…
How to Choose a Website Platform for Authors
When it comes to building your author website, the platform you choose is a balance between your pocketbook, your tech prowess, your goals, and your time. There are platforms where you can build your site with no coding and some…
Self-Publishing Operating Expenses
Operating expenses vary widely based on the tools you deem important to your work. For my business, I categorize expenses into core, product creation, and optional (non-essential). Core Expenses are required to keep my business running. They don't include expenses…