Digital Publishing Success Stories: Authors Thriving on Multiple Platforms
Self-publishing has revolutionized the publishing industry with the unprecedented freedom and control it grants writers over their work. Here are success stories of famous authors who became rather successful by leveraging several self-publishing platforms.
Joanna Penn:
Joanna Penn is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and host of The Creative Penn podcast. She writes across different genres including fiction, non-fiction, and audiobooks. Publishing her books across multiple platforms, including Amazon KDP, Draft2Digital, and Ingram Spark is what helped her reach a wider audience of readers and listeners.
David Gaughran:
Gaughran has built a successful career by publishing his books on platforms like Amazon KDP, Draft2Digital, and Smashwords. Traditional publishers deemed his work too niche or unconventional. Today, David Gaughran is a self-publishing advocate and author of the bestselling book "Let's Get Digital."
Mark Dawson:
Mark Dawson had written some thriller novels, most of which got rejected before he tapped into the world of self-publishing, explored various platforms, and became a bestselling author. He didn't stop there, from his experience he created a podcast “The Self-Publishing Formula” where he shares tips, and strategies for other authors looking to succeed in self-publishing.
Tara Westover:
Tara Westover is the author of the critically acclaimed memoir "Educated," which chronicles her journey from a rural Idaho upbringing to earning a PhD from Cambridge University. Westover's book has achieved widespread success across various platforms, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and independent bookstores. Her story has resonated with readers worldwide and has now been translated into multiple languages.
J. A. Konrath:
J. A. Konrath, the bestselling thriller author of the "Jack Daniels" series, always advocates for self-publishing. Konrath’s pioneering spirit and innovative approach to marketing have gotten him a dedicated fanbase and earned him a reputation as a trailblazer in the self-publishing industry. He continues to inspire authors worldwide to take control of their publishing destinies.
One common piece of advice among these successful self-published authors is to never give up on your writing dreams. Keep writing, keep improving, and embracing opportunities. Success is possible if you believe in yourself and never give up.