2026-06-17
How to Set Up a Direct Bookstore on Your Author Website
Learn how to sell ebooks, paperbacks, and audiobooks directly from your author website without giving up 30% in commission fees.
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News, updates, and practical ideas for authors building modern publishing websites.
2026-06-15
How to Add Retailer Links to Your Book Website (Complete Guide)
Learn how to connect Amazon, Apple Books, Audible, and other retailers to your author website. Step-by-step guide to maximize book discoverability and sales.
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How to Promote Your Self-Published Book Without Spending Money
Discover practical, no-cost strategies to market your self-published book: leverage social media, build reader communities, and use free tools to reach your audience.
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How to Build an Author Email List Without Annoying Your Readers
Learn proven strategies to grow your author email list ethically. Discover what works, what doesn't, and how to keep subscribers engaged without spam.
Read Post2026-06-08
How to Build a Writer Portfolio Website (Without Hiring a Designer)
Learn how to create a professional writer portfolio website that showcases your work, attracts clients, and ranks on Google—no design skills required.
Read Post2026-06-05
How to Choose the Right Self Publishing Tools for Your Book
Self publishing tools vary widely in what they offer. Learn how to evaluate website builders, cover designers, and marketing platforms to find the right fit for your book.
Read Post2026-06-02
How to Build an Author Platform That Actually Sells Books
An author platform isn't just a vanity project. Learn the strategic elements every author needs to build credibility, connect with readers, and drive book sales.
Read Post2026-03-08
HostingAuthors Is Rebuilt for 2026
We rebuilt HostingAuthors from the ground up with faster technology, cleaner SEO, and an AI Webmaster to help authors grow.
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Use the HostingAuthors blog to plan the parts of an author platform that actually help readers take the next step: a clear book page, a trustworthy author bio, direct buy paths, reader email capture, and a custom domain when your platform is ready.
Launch Basics
Book landing pages, preorder links, launch announcements, and examples of copy that helps a reader understand the promise of your book quickly.
Author Platform
Guides for self-published authors who want one reliable home for books, bio, media links, newsletter signup, and long-term promotion.
Reader Conversion
Practical ideas for reviews, FAQs, calls to action, retailer buttons, and direct bookstore links that reduce friction for interested readers.
Site Growth
Updates on HostingAuthors features, custom domains, AI Webmaster improvements, and ways authors can make their website more useful over time.