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- The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
Kindle+ Rolls Out as KDP Reports Go Haywire | Self-Publishing News (Oct. 29, 2026)
Kindle Unlimited is becoming Kindle+, bringing eligible audiobooks into the subscription program, but KDP authors are reporting missing page reads, fluctuating…
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YouTube Could Bring Audiobooks to Premium | Self-Publishing News (Oct. 22, 2026)
YouTube could be preparing to enter the audiobook subscription market, raising questions about what that means for Audible, Spotify, and independent authors…
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ACX Royalty Changes and Spotify's Big Audiobook Move | Self-Publishing News (Oct. 15, 2026)
ACX is reporting higher royalties under Audible's new payment model, but important questions remain about what authors are actually earning. Meanwhile, Audible…
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ACX Finally Adds Audiobook Preorders & Amazon Ads | Self-Publishing News (Oct. 8, 2026)
ACX just added audiobook preorders and opened verified audiobooks to Amazon Ads, giving authors new ways to build momentum and reach listeners. Audible is also…
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Her KDP Account Was Terminated After 14 Years | Self-Publishing News (Oct. 1, 2026)
One author lost access to both her KDP and ACX accounts after a book was flagged as previously published, and I break down what happened and what options…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastAmazon KDP Cuts Weekly Publishing Limits by 80% | Self-Publishing News (Sept. 24, 2026)
Amazon KDP rolled out several notable updates this week, while Hidden Gems Books shared a surprising account reinstatement story. Draft2Digital, Spotify for…
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Spotify: Authors Can Now Create 5 Audiobooks for FREE | Self-Publishing News | September 17, 2026
Spotify for Authors is rolling out free AI audiobook creation for self-published authors using ElevenLabs, while Canada changes its ISBN rules around…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastAmazon KDP Just Expanded eBook Pre-Orders to 18 Months | Self-Publishing News (Sept. 9, 2026)
Amazon KDP now lets authors schedule Kindle eBook pre-orders up to 18 months ahead, along with more flexibility for postponements and cancellations. We're also…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastFTC Accuses Amazon of Rigging Ad Auctions | Self-Publishing News (Sept. 3, 2026)
The FTC and 22 states are suing Amazon over allegations that the company manipulated its ad auctions and may have pulled more than $20 billion from…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastAmazon's AI Problems Are Getting Messy | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 27, 2026)
Amazon is buying and scanning physical books for AI training, while its anti-bot systems are mistakenly flagging real customers. Ingram is also making moves…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastThe Growing Question of Who Wrote the Book | Self-Publishing News (August 20, 2026)
The publishing industry is getting serious about AI authorship, and one major publishing CEO has some surprising thoughts on AI detectors and proving who…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastNew Study: Readers Couldn't Tell Human Writing From AI | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 13, 2026)
AI transparency is getting more complicated for authors as new European regulations begin affecting Claude users worldwide, a new study challenges assumptions…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastHow to Get Barnes & Noble to Host Your Book Signing | Self-Publishing News (August 6, 2026)
Barnes & Noble is tightening how stores handle local author events, and showing up with a book may no longer be enough. We also cover free local publicity…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastWhy Substack's AI Detector Can't Be Trusted | Self-Publishing News (July 30th, 2026)
Substack rolled out a new AI detection tool, and the backlash from writers has been swift. I also cover a proposed Copyright Office fee increase, IngramSpark's…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastTraditional Publishing Opens a New Door for Indie Authors | Self-Publishing News (July 23, 2026)
A major traditional publisher is making a surprising move toward indie authors. We also cover a KDP payment change, new details about Audible's royalty model…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastAI Audiobooks Versus Human Narration: Listeners Have Spoken | Self-Publishing News (July 16, 2026)
Spoken commissioned Edison Research at SSRS to compare how fiction audiobook listeners responded to AI and human narration. The results raise some major…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastKDP Finally Expands a Long-Hated Royalty Limit | Self-Publishing News (July 9, 2026)
KDP expanded the 70% ebook royalty pricing range, giving authors more room above the old $9.99 limit. Kindlepreneur updated two solid refreshers on KDP…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastFake IngramSpark Sites Are Targeting Authors | Self-Publishing News (July 2, 2026)
Fake IngramSpark websites are targeting authors, and one case hit close to home in my own Discord community. IngramSpark also shared updates on AI, metadata…
The Self-Publishing with Dale PodcastAI Just Hit More Publishing Platforms | Self-Publishing News (May 28, 2026)
AI tools are showing up across more self-publishing platforms, and authors need to know what is changing. In this Self-Publishing News update, we cover new AI…
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ACX Royalty Changes Are Here | Self-Publishing News (May 8, 2026)
Audible is rolling out a new ACX royalty model, and indie authors need to understand what's changing. We'll cover the new audiobook royalty rates, concerns…
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FTC Cracks Down on Misleading Author Income Claims | Self-Publishing News (Apr. 29, 2026)
The FTC just hit Publishing.com and the Mikkelsen Twins with a $1.5 million settlement, and that is only part of this week's self-publishing news. I also cover…
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[BREAKING] Draft2Digital Just Added New Fees | Self-Publishing News (Apr. 16, 2026)
Draft2Digital just rolled out new fees, Barnes & Noble Press tightened its print book rules, and more self-publishing platforms are making changes that authors…
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Amazon KDP Rolled Out New Features | Self-Publishing News (Apr. 8, 2026)
Amazon KDP quietly rolled out a few new updates, and authors should take notice. I cover the new dashboard changes, the updated Rights and Pricing page, and…
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MORE Signs Amazon Wants You to Bring the Traffic | Self-Publishing News (March 27, 2026)
Amazon's latest algorithm changes are giving authors more proof that they need to bring their own traffic, while KDP print quality concerns keep pushing some…
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Amazon's Category Problem Is GETTING WORSE | Self-Publishing News (March 19, 2026)
Amazon's latest updates are raising concerns for self-published authors, as hundreds of new KDP categories may actually be hurting book discoverability instead…
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Draft2Digital Reveals AI Problem Flooding Nonfiction | Self-Publishing News (Mar. 10, 2026)
Draft2Digital is finally explaining why dozens of nonfiction categories were blocked last year, and the answer points to a growing issue with AI flooding parts…
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[BREAKING NEWS] Draft2Digital and Bookshop Reach 4 Million Readers
Draft2Digital and Bookshop just opened a new path for indie authors to reach bookstore-first readers, with Bookshop serving around four million customers. We…
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You Might Not Get Paid in AI Settlements | Self-Publishing News (Jan. 13, 2026)
This week's self-publishing news covers why some authors get paid while others do not, including how rights reversion can affect payouts tied to AI settlements…
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Draft2Digital Raises Print Costs for 2026 | Self-Publishing News (Jan. 6, 2026)
Draft2Digital has confirmed a print cost increase starting February 1, 2026, following similar changes across the print industry. IngramSpark confirms free…
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KDP Rolls Out Two Big Changes for Authors | Self-Publishing News (Dec. 23, 2025)
Kindle Direct Publishing announced two major updates that authors need to understand. Changes to digital rights management are raising questions, while a new…
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Amazon's New Kindle Feature Raises Concerns | Self-Publishing News (Dec. 16, 2025)
Amazon quietly rolled out a new Kindle feature that places AI directly inside books, raising questions authors should understand. This week's Self-Publishing…
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IngramSpark Raises Costs Again | Self-Publishing News (Dec. 9, 2025)
IngramSpark announced new pricing and a higher market access fee that affects every author using their platform. Draft2Digital revealed a major shift in…
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Baker & Taylor Shift That Could Hurt Your Reach | Self-Publishing News (Dec. 2, 2025)
Holiday cutoffs, platform updates, and a major distribution move are shaping the publishing world this week. One company picked up a key piece of a system that…
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The Best Author Deals of Black Friday 2025
Black Friday brings the biggest savings of the year for authors, and I rounded up the deals you will not want to miss. From writing tools to book promotion to…
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Draft2Digital Drops a Surprise Update | Self-Publishing News (Nov. 24, 2025)
Draft2Digital made another move this week, and it has authors talking. Also, find out about the latest shift in their distribution landscape along with…
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KDP Drops a Feature NOBODY Expected | Self-Publishing News (Nov. 11, 2025)
Amazon rolled out a new KDP feature that could change how authors reach global readers. This roundup walks through what happened and why it matters without…
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Amazon's NEW Algorithm Upends Book Rankings | Self-Publishing News (Oct. 21, 2025)
Big changes are hitting the publishing world. Amazon's new algorithm is shaking up book rankings, libraries are adjusting after Baker & Taylor's collapse, and…
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My YouTube Channel Was Deleted… | Self-Publishing News (Oct. 14, 2025)
My YouTube podcast channel was deleted without warning, leaving me searching for answers. Meanwhile, Baker & Taylor faces closure, PublishDrive partners with…
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KDP Expands Global Reach and Opens New Ad Options | Self-Publishing News (Oct. 7, 2025)
KDP just expanded its print distribution to new global markets, giving authors more reach than ever before. Meanwhile, Amazon Ads opened up Sponsored Brands…
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Spotify Launches BookTok Hub for Audiobooks | Self-Publishing News (Sept. 23, 2025)
Spotify and TikTok are teaming up to change how readers discover audiobooks, but that's just the beginning. In this week's self-publishing news, Draft2Digital…
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KDP Select Glitch? Page Reads Drop to Zero | Self-Publishing News (Sept. 16, 2025)
Worried about your KDP Select reads dropping to zero? Some authors are reporting strange behavior inside Kindle Unlimited, while a major AI lawsuit involving…
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UPDATE: KDP Quietly Confirms MAJOR Change | Self-Publishing News (Sept. 2, 2025)
KDP has quietly confirmed a huge change to the Select program, and we've got the update. Plus, big audiobook news from ElevenLabs, a lifetime discount on…
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KDP's Hidden Update Just Changed the Game | Self Publishing News Sept 2, 2025
Self-publishing just took a few sharp turns, and indie authors need to keep up. From changes to distribution programs to new tools and publishing features, the…
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YouTube for Authors: How to Sell More Books with Video
In this interview with Sylvia Hubbard, I dive into why YouTube is one of the most powerful tools for authors today. We explore how indie authors can grow an…
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Amazon, AI, and Audiobook Chaos | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 26, 2025)
Authors are buzzing over a new discovery in Audible's terms—and it could mean major changes to royalties and transparency. From audiobooks and AI tools to…
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The Ugly Truth About Publishing Nobody Tells Authors
In this episode, Dale L. Roberts breaks down the complex world of publishing for authors, from distribution systems and accessibility to the differences…
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Audible's New Royalty Model Screws Authors | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 18, 2025)
In this week's self-publishing news, we cover Audible's controversial new royalty system that leaves authors earning pennies on the dollar, Amazon's broken AI…
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From Idea to Manuscript: Dale Roberts' 24 Hour Writing Challenge
Join Sylvia Hubbard for the fourth installment in her interview series with Dale Roberts, diving into his book How to Write a Nonfiction Book in 24 Hours…
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New KDP Rule Affects Your eBooks | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 11, 2025)
Your KDP dashboard just got a quiet update—and if you breeze past it, your ebook might lose out on visibility. In this week's Self-Publishing News, we break…
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Authors Who Win Know This One Trick: Networking
Most authors think writing a great book is enough, but if no one knows you exist, how will they find it? The authors who succeed understand the power of…
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Nigerian Prince Returns… and He Wants to Market Your Book | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 5, 2025)
Scammers are back with a new scheme that targets indie authors using the old Nigerian prince angle—except now, they want to market your book. Meanwhile…
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Email Marketing for Authors: Get More Readers Fast! | AuthorLetter
Want to grow your reader base and sell more books? Email marketing is one of the most powerful tools for authors but are you using it the right way? Join me…
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[BREAKING] Amazon KDP Just Changed Its Keyword Rules | Self-Publishing News (July 28, 2025)
Amazon KDP just rolled out a new look for the dashboard—and that's not all. They've also updated their keyword rules, and Kindlepreneur breaks it all down in…
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Avoid These Editing Fails with Jeanne De Vita
Before you send your manuscript to an editor, there's work to be done. In this episode, I sit down with Jeannie De Vita—writing instructor at UCLA Extension…
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Ingram Waives Print Fee via PublishDrive | Self-Publishing News (July 21, 2025)
Major updates this week in the publishing world: one major distributor is waiving its print market access fee for the next 12 months, while others are making…
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The Best Kept Secrets in Book Marketing (2025) | Angela Yuriko Smith
Tired of book marketing advice that doesn't work in the real world? Angela Yuriko Smith—author, president of the Horror Writers Association, and creator of…
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Radish Ends, Booktrovert Begins: Big Publishing Moves
Radish Fiction is officially shutting down by December 2025. NetGalley just launched a consumer-facing discovery site called Booktrovert. And ACX is testing…
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How to Scale Your Author Business (Without Burnout) | Jonny Andrews
Tired of trying to do everything as an author? Jonny Andrews joins me to break down how to grow your author business without the stress. We're talking systems…
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What a Judge Just Said About AI & Copyright | Self-Publishing News (July 7, 2025)
Major news just dropped in the world of AI and copyright, and authors need to pay attention. A federal judge made a surprising ruling about how AI models can…
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Mastering Amazon Ads: A Beginner's Guide for Indie Authors
Struggling to make Amazon Ads work for your books? In this exclusive interview, Dale L. Roberts sits down with Sylvia Hubbard to unpack the biggest challenges…