This concise publication contains proven strategies used by the author of thirty-two books to create a sound revenue stream and sell almost half a million books. In addition to benefitting from lessons learned about the publishing industry and process, readers will gain hundreds of tips and strategies for building and maintaining a solid author platform. These strategies can lead to increased book sales and serve as a basis for residual income. The techniques you will read about basically require a bit of time and effort for research, networking with others and periodically doing some writing. In return, you will put a mechanism for solid income into motion. This book will show readers how to: -Financially succeed as an author and independent publisher. -Build a personal brand in order to increase book sales and make more money. -Develop strategies for effective self-promotion. -Use today's technology to build a strong image and following for their books.