8 New Book Publishing Books Defining 2025

After analyzing countless aspiring author journeys, Liz Morrow and Ariel Curry developed a pragmatic guide that breaks down the complex process of nonfiction book creation into manageable steps. You’ll gain a clear framework for planning your book’s structure, crafting compelling content, and navigating the publishing landscape with confidence—even if you lack a large platform. The authors blend humor with candid insights, covering everything from securing an agent to choosing the right publishing path, and supplement their advice with extensive online resources. This book suits anyone determined to turn a nonfiction idea into a published work, especially those ready to commit to the discipline and strategy required for success.

What started as a practical tool for Carla King evolved into a detailed workbook guiding independent authors through every stage of publishing. You’ll learn to manage complex tasks like ISBN registration, cover design, formatting across multiple eBook standards, and navigating distribution platforms such as Amazon and IngramSpark. This book suits authors who want a hands-on, organized approach to not just publishing their manuscript but also marketing and launching their book effectively. For example, its chapter on marketing includes to-do lists and promotional strategies tailored to today’s publishing landscape, making it a solid companion for those serious about self-publishing.

This tailored book explores the latest developments and trends shaping book publishing in 2025, focusing closely on your personal interests and goals. It reveals cutting-edge insights into emerging technologies, market shifts, and innovative publishing practices that define this dynamic year. By matching your background and areas of interest, this book offers a uniquely personalized journey through the evolving landscape of book publishing. Through an engaging, tailored narrative, it examines how new discoveries and industry shifts impact authors, publishers, and readers alike. This approach ensures you engage deeply with the most relevant and current knowledge, helping you stay ahead in a fast-changing field.

When Aaron Ryan realized how daunting self-publishing and marketing could be for many independent authors, he drew on decades of business and writing experience to create this guide. You learn practical strategies for navigating the self-publishing process, from initial steps to targeted marketing tactics tailored for today's competitive book marketplace. His chapters cover everything from business frameworks to promotional techniques, blending his sci-fi author background with real-world marketing savvy. This book suits authors ready to take control of their publishing journey and reach readers without traditional gatekeepers, offering a clear-eyed look at what success entails in this evolving landscape.

After years of hands-on experience in author marketing, Sharlrita Deloatch offers a focused guide on using email to boost nonfiction book sales. You learn how to create targeted email sequences that nurture genuine reader relationships and move them toward purchasing your work, with clear examples of engagement strategies tailored to nonfiction authors. This book benefits writers eager to build a loyal community and convert casual interest into consistent sales, emphasizing email as a powerful but often overlooked tool. Chapters include detailed tactics for growing your list and crafting messages that resonate, making it a practical manual for authors looking to sharpen their marketing approach.

Joanna Penn breaks down the complex world of book publishing by sharing her own diverse experiences navigating writing, editing, marketing, and earning income from books. You’ll find practical insights on balancing creative work with the business side, like how to choose your publishing path and sustain a writing career financially. The book covers four core areas—writing and editing, publishing, marketing, and making a living—which makes it suitable if you want a broad yet approachable introduction rather than deep dives into any one topic. If you’re starting your author journey and want a clear overview to help you decide on your next steps, this book offers a straightforward framework without overwhelming jargon.

This AI-created book on future-ready publishing offers a tailored exploration of the latest developments shaping 2025 and beyond. It focuses on your interests and background to guide you through emerging trends, innovations, and challenges in the publishing world. By examining cutting-edge discoveries and new insights, the book helps you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. It covers topics such as technological advancements, market dynamics, and evolving reader preferences, all curated to match your specific goals. This personalized approach ensures an engaging learning experience that reveals how you can prepare effectively for the future of publishing.

This book takes a fresh look at self-publishing, cutting through the clutter with clear guidance from Dagmar M Torres, who draws on years of experience to help you write and publish your work. You get detailed advice on crafting engaging narratives, whether fiction or nonfiction, alongside practical steps to navigate the publishing landscape. The inclusion of a 30-day launch marketing plan is especially useful, offering a structured approach to promote your book effectively from the start. If you're aiming to move beyond just writing and want a roadmap for turning your manuscript into a published, market-ready book, this guide is tailored to that journey.

Unlike most book publishing guides that focus solely on traditional methods, Sébastien JULLIARD-BESSON integrates artificial intelligence into every phase of self-publishing on Amazon KDP. You learn how to harness AI tools like ChatGPT for content creation, manuscript preparation, cover design, and marketing strategies, with clear chapter-by-chapter applications. This book suits aspiring self-publishers eager to leverage AI to streamline writing, optimize sales, and generate passive income. For example, chapters detailing AI-driven marketing and post-publication tracking offer practical insights into maximizing your book’s reach and profitability.

While working as a self-publishing coach, Brian Chesson noticed many aspiring authors struggle to navigate Amazon's complex publishing ecosystem. This book walks you through the practical steps of converting your manuscript into e-books, audiobooks, and print-on-demand paperbacks, emphasizing preparation and formatting techniques tailored to Amazon KDP. You’ll also learn marketing strategies specific to the platform, including pricing tactics and cover design insights that can influence sales. If you're looking to transform your writing into a sustainable income stream in today's digital marketplace, this guide offers a focused roadmap without unnecessary jargon.