Book Crew Podcast: Self-Publishing in Crisis? AI, Fees, and Platform Changes Explained

KCCC Eddy County Dispatch · May 18, 2026 · 45m

Draft2Digital announces a one-time $20 activation fee for new accounts and a $12 annual maintenance fee for authors earning under $100 in yearly book sales. Barnes and Noble Press implements a 100-title limit per account effective May 14, 2026. Dirk and Beth break down what both changes mean for indie authors and map out the full landscape of self-publishing platforms available in 2026.

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