The Author Resources Hub

A complete guide to using BookBub for indie author marketing. Learn how to get Featured Deals, run ads, and promote ebooks and audiobooks with powerful visibility.

Learn how self-published authors can harness AI and large language models (LLMs) for writing, editing, SEO, marketing, audiobook production, and metadata. Real tools, real results.

Learn how indie authors use Eleven Labs for lifelike audiobook narration, voice cloning, and automated audio pipelines—without breaking the bank.

Discover how Play.ht empowers self-published authors with professional-grade AI narration, voice cloning, and automatable workflows—affordable and scalable audio production.

Learn how indie authors leverage Speechify’s AI narration and voice‑cloning platform to self‑publish audiobooks with affordable, high‑quality audio.

Discover how indie authors harness WellSaid Labs’ AI voice platform to create professional-quality audiobooks—covering its history, features, pricing, learning curve, integrations, and pros & cons.

Discover how LOVO AI empowers indie authors to create lifelike audiobook narration—with custom voice-cloning, expressive controls, affordable pricing, and seamless workflows.

Sound design for a book trailer, audiobook intro, or promotional video doesn't require a budget, but free audio has more licensing landmines than people expect. Here's where to look and what to check.

Payhip is the easiest entry point into direct-to-reader ebook sales—no monthly fees on the standard plan, automatic EU VAT handling, and a 3% transaction fee that leaves you with far more per sale than any retail platform. This guide walks you through every aspect of setting up and growing a Payhip store.