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52 Self-Publishing Tips for Indie Authors

The Minimalist Path to Publishing Success

J.R. HEIMBIGNER, AUTHOR
The Minimalist Author
5 min readFeb 9, 2025

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Self-publishing doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With the right strategies, you can write, publish, and sell books successfully — without wasting time or money on things that don’t matter.

That’s why I created The Minimalist Author Way, a proven system designed to take you from idea to bestseller in 90 days.

This list of 52 tips is a roadmap to help you streamline your self-publishing journey.

Whether you’re writing your first book or looking to improve your publishing strategy, these insights will help you move forward with confidence.

If you’re serious about publishing your book the right way, check out The Minimalist Author Way for step-by-step guidance. Now, let’s dive into the tips!

Sure! Here’s a list of 52 self-publishing tips based on your guide:

Writing & Editing

  1. Write the best book you can — quality matters more than speed.
  2. Validate your book idea before writing to ensure it resonates with readers.
  3. Outline your book to stay on track, even if you’re a discovery writer.
  4. Set a daily or weekly word count goal to maintain momentum.

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J.R. HEIMBIGNER, AUTHOR
J.R. HEIMBIGNER, AUTHOR

Written by J.R. HEIMBIGNER, AUTHOR

Husband & Father of 3, Author of 18 books (14 Bestsellers), Helping Christians grow closer to God, experience Jesus, and walk in the power of the Holy Spirit.

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