Hello authors and readers,
Here's your latest Indie Author News.
For Authors
The Indie Unconvention - Matera, Italy
Details for this year's Indie Unconvention have been announced. It will be held in Matera, Italy, June 14-17.
What is an 'unconvention'?
I'm glad you asked because, until recently, I didn't know either.
Unconventions are author-oriented conventions where the agenda is set by the authors in attendence (industry professionals, such as those from Draft2Digital, will be inattendence to lead some of the discussions).
You can learn more about the unconvention and sign-up here:
www.indie-uncon.eu/
www.eventbrite.com/e/indie-unconference-europe-tickets-463517953677
Facebook: www.facebook.com/IndieUnconEu
Amazon increases printing costs (decreases royalties)
On the chance you've missed the memo, Amazon is increasing the print costs for physical books published through them. This means you'll see a noticable decrease in royalties for any print books you sell and, in some cases, you may have to increase your prices to still have your book available for sale.
The good news is that everything is transparent on the Pricing Page of your book in KDP.
For Readers
The May Books and Beverages UK event - Yorkshire Historical Fiction - at Harrogate Library was an incredible success with the best live turnout yet. In addition, it's getting good views on YouTube. If you missed it live, you can catch it on our YouTube channel here YouTube,
There next event will be June 2, where Edwin Rydberg will chat with Jane Clack about writing for Children. After that, watch for details on our big crime writers event in July, just before the Theakston Crime Writing Festival.
The Alternate Futures Podcast
If you like science fiction or just want to hear how successful indie authors approach their writing and publishing, The Alternate Futures Podcast has lots of great examples. The latest episode, coming May 26th features British Indie author J.J. Green and her numerous far future science fiction/fantasy series.
