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Where Does The Human Illustration Fits in the Age of Generative AI?

Where Does The Human Illustration Fits in the Age of Generative AI?

by Suhaili Shazreena | Publishing Insights

If you’re an illustrator, you probably feel like you no longer have a role to play in the publishing industry in particular. But as someone who used to hire an illustrator and now switching to using generative AI, I still believe you have a role to play, but not in a way you expect.

The Alternative Way For The International Authors to Receive Amazon KDP Payments

The Alternative Way For The International Authors to Receive Amazon KDP Payments

by Suhaili Shazreena | Publishing Insights

As an international author, the only way for me to receive my Amazon book royalties is none other than the paper check. But the good news is, there’s another way for you to receive your book royalties thanks to this service. In case you’re wondering, it’s also the service that I use personally too.

Online Store vs. Website: Which One You Should Have as an Author?

Online Store vs. Website: Which One You Should Have as an Author?

by Suhaili Shazreena | Publishing Insights

If you’re thinking about setting up an author website, which one you should opt for? Should you opt for the regular WordPress site? Or should you go for something like Shopify store as the main website? Here’s what you should know about the Shopify store and the recommendation regardless of where you are in your author career.

What Now That NaNoWriMo is Officially Closing Its Door for Good?

What Now That NaNoWriMo is Officially Closing Its Door for Good?

by Suhaili Shazreena | Publishing Insights

NaNoWriMo may have gone for good at this point. While it’s sad to see it go away, there are plenty of options to choose from if you’re looking something similar to NaNoWriMo. And the best part is it’s way better than what NaNoWriMo ever did.

What Does Being a Real Writer Mean in a Practical Sense

What Does Being a Real Writer Mean in a Practical Sense

by Suhaili Shazreena | Publishing Insights

You call yourself a writer because you say so yourself. But what about other people? Do they see you the way that you do? Here’s the answer that I stumble upon. And it’s applicable whether you write fiction or nonfiction.

Perhaps We Don’t Have to Create a Lead Magnet, After All?

Perhaps We Don’t Have to Create a Lead Magnet, After All?

by Suhaili Shazreena | Publishing Insights

For the longest time, we tend to believe we have to create a lead magnet if we want to build an email list. Well, people don’t that easily give out their email addresses unless there’s something in it for them. But they will certainly sign up in a heartbeat if what...
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