18+ Sites, Services, Tools and Video Channels For Self-Publishing Authors
★ A short list of bookmarks for indie authors.
There’s a million+ sites out there for authors. Here’s a list of links I’ve used to self-publish from home. From writing software to editing, formatting and distribution, all the basics are here to start and finish your publishing projects.
Self-publishing Bookmarks:
Articles for Authors:
- Well Storied – An excellent archive of writing techniques.
Books about Writing:
- On Writing by Stephen King
- Save The Cat! Writes A Novel by Jessica Brody
- The Elements of Style by William Strunk, Jr.
- The Story Solution by Eric Edson
- Wired For Story by Lisa Cron
Narration for Audiobooks:
- EJ Lavery Voice Actor – A top-notch storyteller delivering masterful narration.
Publishing Sites for Indie Authors:
- ACX – Join ACX to get tools, resources, and support to create and sell your audio project.
- Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) – Self-publish print and digital books, and reach millions of readers.
- Bowker Identifier Services – Get ISBNs and more to help publish, market, and sell your books.
- Draft2Digital– Distribute ebook and paperback books to major retailers and storefronts worldwide.
Software for Editing and Writing:
- Fictionary – Editing software that guides a step-by-step edit of 38 story elements.
- Pro Writing Aid – Edit, and refine your work with a suite of comprehensive features.
- Vellum – Create beautiful books. Writing, editing, and print-ready formatting software.
Tools for Authors and Writers:
- Behind the Name – The etymology and history of first names.
- Canva Book Cover Templates – Browse high quality book cover templates.
- Merriam-Webster – Dictionary / Thesaurus since 1828.
- Rhyme Zone – Find rhymes, synonyms, adjectives, and more!
- Synonyms – The Web’s Largest Resource for Synonyms & Antonyms.
- Word Count Tool – Every Word Counts.
- Word Counter – Additionally detects plagiarism, improves word choice, grammar, and writing style.
YouTube Channels for Authors and Writers:
- Film Courage – Author/Director/Playwright/Screenwriter interviews.
- Jerry B. Jenkins – Best-selling author tips.
- Tyler Mowry – I help you tell your story.
- Writer Brandon McNulty – Nuts and bolts writing advice.