The complete university-level course based on real data from 10,000+ published books. Proven strategies, step-by-step workflows, and advanced techniques used by 6-figure indie authors.
Independent authors possess inherent advantages over traditional publishers
8-16 weeks vs. 18-24 months for traditional publishers
35-70% vs. 8-15% from traditional publishers
Complete control over content, cover, pricing, and marketing
Build direct connections with your readers
Follow our proven 8-week system to transform your manuscript into a professional publication
Market research, competitive analysis, and audience development
Transform your manuscript into a market-ready product
Execute a data-driven launch campaign for maximum impact
Choose your investment level based on risk tolerance and income goals
Best for first-time authors
Expected ROI
Break-even in 6-12 months
Best for serious authors
Expected ROI
Break-even in 3-6 months
Best for high-stakes launches
Expected ROI
Break-even in 1-3 months
Successful authors develop diverse income sources around their core content
Note: Results assume genre-appropriate release schedule, professional quality, and effective marketing. Actual results vary based on execution.
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Learn how to publish independently with clarity, confidence, and proven strategies
Follow an easy roadmap to release your book independently.
Secure your rights before publishing your first manuscript.
Polish your writing to meet bookstore-level standards.
Learn how to publish on a budget without losing quality.
Use modern tools to speed up the publishing process.
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