Today I noticed a new Amazon review. I went to check it out. It was from a client I did work 17 years ago. I kept her in my newsletter list. She never replies. You may only wonder who reads what you have to say...Apparently, people do and you won't know what kind of impact on someone's life you did until they decide to share it.

What are the benefits and drawbacks of starting an indy publishing company for my books? Preferably just a DBA I live in the county so I'm not required to register. (Free) In CA an LLC cost $800 a year just to have it. I do use a UPS mailing service to avoid putting my home address out there. And do you need a business bank account to be paid by Amazon if you are listed as the owner? I have ISBN's in my name, would i be able to transfer those to my publishing company or would I be required to purchase more?

I’m getting ready to publish my first biography, which tells my dad’s story, and I’d love some advice from this group on planning the rollout. I’ve published other books (just published my 13th title), but this is my first biography, and it’s a very personal project. Much of the nonfiction launch advice I’ve encountered focuses on teaching a skill or solving a specific problem. I’m curious how you approach finding readers and building interest when the book centers on someone’s life, experiences, and legacy. For those who have published biographies or memoirs, what worked for you? Were local media, community connections, podcasts, or speaking events especially helpful? How did you reach readers beyond the people who already knew the subject? I’d appreciate any advice on launch strategy, early reviews, or things you wish you’d done before publication. I want to honor my dad’s story while giving the book its best chance to connect with readers. Thanks! Jeff

Shane did a wonderful job. How to get 1000 newsletter subscribers review. Well Kit has some advantages and some disadvantages. First that other people can recommend your newsletter. This could build you up quickly. But honestly if they don't know you they are not going to recommend you. The excessive amount of emails automated is a bit much. I signed up for quite a few newsletter and was overwhelmed by what I received. But within a few days I unsubscribe from everyone of them. That many emails in such a short amount of time was overwhelming. One the first week to introduce yourself and then once a month is fine. And maybe a another one in that same month if the book they are interested in will becoming out or getting a pre-sale date. But definitely not 3 or more within the first few days. Even if I was interested in your book. I must add that the freebies and discounts were enticing.

OK, Saturday morning, coffee in hand and I have already read several articles on the use of AI in publishers work, the pros and cons, the publishing issues, etc. I just finished an email from ALLi on The Detection Wars and its now stating that maybe we need to have our personal AI Position Statement prominently displayed on our website. Here is there words: "Whatever your position on AI, a clear policy tells readers, collaborators and retailers where you stand. Our free guide explains where ALLi stands and includes a sample policy to use as a starting point, in your own voice:" https://selfpublishingadvice.kit.com/ai-policy-orop26 I'm wondering your thoughts on this.