Staying updated on self publishing trends can be overwhelming, yet essential for every author. These Industry News templates make it easy to share timely updates, spark discussion, and keep your community informed. Save time while encouraging members to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry.
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Industry News posts tap into the natural curiosity and ambition of self publishing community members. By sharing timely updates and credible insights, you help members feel informed and connected to the larger publishing world. This fosters trust and positions your community as a valuable resource.
Discussing industry trends sparks engagement, as members reflect on how changes may impact their work. It encourages sharing experiences and advice, which deepens relationships and builds a sense of belonging. When the focus is on actionable benefits, members are more likely to participate, ask questions, and offer their thoughts.
Recent changes on Amazon KDP may impact royalties. Have you noticed any differences? Share your experience.
💡 Example: "Recent changes on Amazon KDP may impact royalties. Have you noticed any differences? Share your experience."
Did you see the latest data on self published book sales growth? How does it affect your publishing plans?
💡 Example: "Did you see the latest data on self published book sales growth? How does it affect your publishing plans?"
A new tool for formatting eBooks was just released. Would you try it or stick to your current process?
💡 Example: "A new tool for formatting eBooks was just released. Would you try it or stick to your current process?"
This week's publishing conference highlighted AI editing tools. What do you think about using AI in self publishing?
💡 Example: "This week's publishing conference highlighted AI editing tools. What do you think about using AI in self publishing?"
Draft2Digital announced new distribution partners. Could this help you reach more readers?
💡 Example: "Draft2Digital announced new distribution partners. Could this help you reach more readers?"
Audiobook sales are rising, according to recent reports. Are you considering publishing in audio format?
💡 Example: "Audiobook sales are rising, according to recent reports. Are you considering publishing in audio format?"
Self publishing platforms are updating their terms of service. Make sure to review the changes soon.
💡 Example: "Self publishing platforms are updating their terms of service. Make sure to review the changes soon."
Experts predict new trends in indie book marketing this year. Which strategies are you most excited to try?
💡 Example: "Experts predict new trends in indie book marketing this year. Which strategies are you most excited to try?"
A major self publishing award just opened for submissions. Will you be entering this year?
💡 Example: "A major self publishing award just opened for submissions. Will you be entering this year?"
The latest Author Earnings Report is out. Did anything surprise you in the findings?
💡 Example: "The latest Author Earnings Report is out. Did anything surprise you in the findings?"
Big news: IngramSpark has updated their print pricing. How will this affect your book projects?
💡 Example: "Big news: IngramSpark has updated their print pricing. How will this affect your book projects?"
Recent survey shows most indie authors prefer wide distribution. Are you Team Wide or Team Exclusive?
💡 Example: "Recent survey shows most indie authors prefer wide distribution. Are you Team Wide or Team Exclusive?"
A new self publishing podcast is trending. Has anyone listened yet? Recommend your favorite episodes.
💡 Example: "A new self publishing podcast is trending. Has anyone listened yet? Recommend your favorite episodes."
Facebook is updating its group algorithm. How do you think this might impact author groups like ours?
💡 Example: "Facebook is updating its group algorithm. How do you think this might impact author groups like ours?"
There is a new self publishing course launching next month. Would you be interested in group enrollment?
💡 Example: "There is a new self publishing course launching next month. Would you be interested in group enrollment?"
Kindle Vella recently hit a milestone in story uploads. Are you using serialized fiction platforms?
💡 Example: "Kindle Vella recently hit a milestone in story uploads. Are you using serialized fiction platforms?"
The latest publishing scam alert is making the rounds. Stay safe and double check any emails you receive.
💡 Example: "The latest publishing scam alert is making the rounds. Stay safe and double check any emails you receive."
A major self publishing software just got a big update. Who has tried the new features so far?
💡 Example: "A major self publishing software just got a big update. Who has tried the new features so far?"
Barnes and Noble Press is expanding their print options. Will this change your distribution strategy?
💡 Example: "Barnes and Noble Press is expanding their print options. Will this change your distribution strategy?"
Industry analysts forecast a rise in self published nonfiction books. Are you considering nonfiction for your next project?
💡 Example: "Industry analysts forecast a rise in self published nonfiction books. Are you considering nonfiction for your next project?"
Goodreads is rolling out changes to their review policy. How might this affect your book marketing?
💡 Example: "Goodreads is rolling out changes to their review policy. How might this affect your book marketing?"
A recent article ranked the top self publishing platforms. Do you agree with their list?
💡 Example: "A recent article ranked the top self publishing platforms. Do you agree with their list?"
Several indie authors just hit bestseller lists this month. What do you think contributed to their success?
💡 Example: "Several indie authors just hit bestseller lists this month. What do you think contributed to their success?"
The annual self publishing survey is open. Your feedback can shape future reports - will you participate?
💡 Example: "The annual self publishing survey is open. Your feedback can shape future reports - will you participate?"
Major literary agents share thoughts on indie publishing in a new interview. What insights did you find most useful?
💡 Example: "Major literary agents share thoughts on indie publishing in a new interview. What insights did you find most useful?"
A new grant for indie authors was announced. Are you planning to apply for funding this year?
💡 Example: "A new grant for indie authors was announced. Are you planning to apply for funding this year?"
Big update: Smashwords and Draft2Digital are merging. How do you feel about this change?
💡 Example: "Big update: Smashwords and Draft2Digital are merging. How do you feel about this change?"
Recent legal changes could impact copyright for self published works. Stay informed and check your rights.
💡 Example: "Recent legal changes could impact copyright for self published works. Stay informed and check your rights."
The latest publishing scam targets indie authors. What red flags have you noticed lately?
💡 Example: "The latest publishing scam targets indie authors. What red flags have you noticed lately?"
A new marketplace for book cover designers just launched. Would you use it for your next project?
💡 Example: "A new marketplace for book cover designers just launched. Would you use it for your next project?"
Industry insiders say genre fiction is booming in self publishing. Are you writing in a trending genre?
💡 Example: "Industry insiders say genre fiction is booming in self publishing. Are you writing in a trending genre?"
A handy royalty calculator tool is now available for indie authors. Have you tried it out?
💡 Example: "A handy royalty calculator tool is now available for indie authors. Have you tried it out?"
Self publishing events are going virtual this season. Will you be attending any online conferences?
💡 Example: "Self publishing events are going virtual this season. Will you be attending any online conferences?"
A new bestseller list for indie authors just launched. Do you think it will help visibility for self published books?
💡 Example: "A new bestseller list for indie authors just launched. Do you think it will help visibility for self published books?"
The latest stats show more young authors self publishing. What advice would you give to new writers?
💡 Example: "The latest stats show more young authors self publishing. What advice would you give to new writers?"
A recent feature highlights successful indie authors' marketing tactics. Which tips would you try?
💡 Example: "A recent feature highlights successful indie authors' marketing tactics. Which tips would you try?"
There is a new social media trend for book promotion. Have you seen good results trying it?
💡 Example: "There is a new social media trend for book promotion. Have you seen good results trying it?"
The cost of ISBNs is changing again. How are you handling ISBNs for your self published books?
💡 Example: "The cost of ISBNs is changing again. How are you handling ISBNs for your self published books?"
A new print-on-demand service is available. Will you consider switching providers?
💡 Example: "A new print-on-demand service is available. Will you consider switching providers?"
Publishing experts released predictions for the year ahead. Which forecast do you think is most accurate?
💡 Example: "Publishing experts released predictions for the year ahead. Which forecast do you think is most accurate?"
A new self publishing mentorship program is open for applications. Does this interest you?
💡 Example: "A new self publishing mentorship program is open for applications. Does this interest you?"
Use these templates to post regular news updates relevant to self publishing. Start with a headline or key point, explain why it matters, and invite members to discuss or share their perspectives. Always cite reputable sources and tailor the message to your community's interests. Rotate between different types of news - such as platform changes, new marketing tools, or industry stats - to keep content fresh and engaging.
Adapt each template to your platform's format. On forums or Facebook, encourage comments. On Discord or Slack, use @mentions to invite discussion. For email newsletters, include a short poll or question. Always link to the source when possible.
Share timely updates on KDP policy changes, such as new royalty rates or content guidelines, and ask members how these changes impact their publishing strategies. Encourage experienced self-publishers to share adaptation tips and discuss potential workarounds, making your community a go-to resource for staying compliant and competitive.
Curate news on evolving book marketing techniques—like Amazon A+ Content, BookTok trends, or email newsletter innovations—and invite members to share their experiences testing these trends. Providing real-world case studies or data-backed reports in your posts can fuel deeper conversations and enable peer learning tailored to self-published authors.
When posting about AI tools or copyright reforms, address the nuances specific to self publishing, such as Amazon's stance on AI-generated books or changing copyright registration processes. Frame posts as open forums for questions and share expert opinions to guide members through these complex, rapidly changing topics.
Prioritize news that directly affects indie and hybrid authors, such as updates from self-publishing platforms, distributor policies, and indie market trends. While occasional traditional publishing news can provide context, your audience will engage more with content that addresses their unique challenges and opportunities.
Feature news stories or warnings about emerging scams—like vanity presses, fake editing services, or misleading marketing offers—alongside vetted resources to help members identify red flags. Invite members to share their experiences or questions, fostering a supportive environment where authors can learn from each other's missteps.
Topics like Amazon algorithm changes, royalty adjustments, the legitimacy of rapid-release publishing, or debates over KU (Kindle Unlimited) exclusivity vs. wide distribution tend to provoke strong opinions. Centering news posts around these issues—while encouraging respectful discussion—can drive vibrant engagement and knowledge sharing.
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