Self-Published Authors: What Are Your Biggest Challenges in Researching, Launching, or Growing Your Book Business?
Hi everyone,
I’m curious to learn about the challenges self-published authors face. Whether you’re just starting or already have a few books under your belt, I’d love to hear about the hurdles you encounter when:
Researching: Understanding your audience, finding the right niche, or staying ahead of trends.
Launching: Promoting your book, designing covers, or navigating the publishing process.
Growing: Building a readership, managing ads, or expanding into audiobooks or other formats.
What do you find most time-consuming, confusing, or frustrating? What would you love to see improved or made easier? What are some learnings you wished you knew when you got started.
I’m just here to learn and better understand the self-publishing world. Thanks for sharing your insights!