# Self-Publishing Made Simple

> Self-Publishing Made Simple helps aspiring authors go from manuscript to market with expert coaching, courses, and done-for-you publishing services. Founded by April M. Cox, a 6x published author and self-publishing strategist.

## About

Self-Publishing Made Simple is an online platform and coaching business that provides aspiring and first-time authors with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to successfully self-publish their books and build sustainable author brands. The business is run by April M. Cox, a self-publishing coach, authorpreneur strategist, and 6x published author.

April guides authors through three core phases:
- **Create**: Writing and manuscript development
- **Build**: Publishing, formatting, cover design, and platform setup
- **Share**: Marketing, audience growth, and brand building

The business is built on **The Authorpreneur Framework™**, a four-pillar system for long-term author success: Brand Authority, Audience Ownership, Content Momentum, and Growth Infrastructure.

## Website

- Primary: https://selfpubmadesimple.com
- AI-readable metadata: Available via `og-metadata` edge function for per-page structured data

## Core Offerings

### Coaching & Programs
- **1:1 Coaching** (`/coaching`): Personalized self-publishing coaching with April M. Cox. Covers writing, publishing strategy, Amazon KDP setup, marketing, and author branding.
- **The 90-Day Way** (`/author-accelerator`): Signature 90-day publishing program with a "Published or We Keep Working" guarantee. Weekly coaching, structured milestones, full-stack publishing support.
- **Invisible to Elevated** (`/invisible-to-elevated`): Comprehensive author brand transformation program — from invisible to visible, with strategy, content, and platform buildout.
- **The AI-Amplified Author™** (`/ai-amplified-author`): 60-day done-for-you white-glove build for children's book authors. Includes website, email system, AI content engine, and Amazon optimization.
- **Author to Authorpreneur™** (`/author-to-authorpreneur`): Program helping published authors build businesses beyond their books.
- **Brand Elevation** (`/brand-elevation`): Personal branding strategy for authors who want to stand out in the market.
- **Writing Workshop** (`/writing-workshop`): Live workshops for aspiring authors covering craft, structure, and publishing readiness.
- **Small Group Publishing Program** (`/publishing-small-group`): Collaborative small group coaching for authors at similar stages.
- **Private Programs** (`/private-programs`): White-glove, premium done-for-you publishing and brand-building for serious authors.

### Done-For-You Services
- **Amazon KDP Setup** (`/services/amazon-setup`): Full Amazon account and book listing setup.
- **Launch Readiness Review** (`/services/launch-readiness`): Pre-launch audit for book optimization.
- **Marketing Audit** (`/marketing-audit`): Comprehensive review of an author's marketing strategy.
- **Publishing Services** (`/publishing-services`): Editing, formatting, cover design, and Amazon KDP setup.

### Digital Products & Resources
- **Authorpreneur Starter Kit** (`/products/starter-kit`): Essential templates and guides for new self-published authors.
- **The Vault** (`/products/vault`): Complete resource library with pre-vetted professionals and exclusive partner discounts.
- **AI Prompts for Authors** (`/products/ai-prompts`): Curated AI prompt collections for writing, marketing, and content creation.
- **Author Branding Kit** (`/products/branding-kit`): Templates and guides for professional author branding.
- **Best-Seller Launch Library** (`/products/launch-library`): Launch resources, templates, and strategies.

### Self-Paced Courses (`/courses`)
Online courses covering every phase of self-publishing — available on demand with practical exercises, templates, and strategies.

### AI-Powered Tools
- **Authorpreneur AI** (`/apps/authorpreneur-ai`): AI assistant trained on self-publishing best practices.
- **Pocket Publishing Coach™** (`/apps/pocket-publishing-coach`): On-the-go publishing guidance.
- **AI for Authors** (`/ai-for-authors`): Education on using AI ethically and effectively in the publishing process.

### Free Resources
- **Blog** (`/blog`): Regular articles on Amazon KDP, book marketing, author branding, editing, and launches.
- **Events** (`/events`): Free and paid live events, workshops, and Q&A sessions.
- **Authorpreneur Assessment** (`/assessment`): Quiz to identify where you are in your publishing journey.
- **Community** (`/community`): 2,000+ member community for aspiring and published authors.
- **Start Here** (`/start-here`): Orientation page with free roadmap and guided entry point.
- **Amazon Ads for Authors** (`/amazon-ads`): Education and resources on book advertising.

## About April M. Cox

April M. Cox is a self-publishing coach, authorpreneur strategist, 6x published author, and founder of Self-Publishing Made Simple. She has helped over 1,600 authors publish and build sustainable author businesses. She specializes in children's book publishing, author branding, Amazon KDP optimization, and building author businesses with multiple revenue streams.

April created The Authorpreneur Framework™, which focuses on four pillars:
1. **Brand Authority**: Building a recognizable, professional author brand
2. **Audience Ownership**: Owning your reader relationships through email lists and direct channels
3. **Content Momentum**: Creating content that compounds visibility over time
4. **Growth Infrastructure**: Building systems that support multiple books and revenue streams

## Topics & Expertise

- Self-publishing strategy and process
- Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing) optimization
- Book marketing and launch strategies
- Author branding and platform building
- Book cover design and interior formatting
- Book description and metadata optimization
- Amazon advertising for books
- Email list building for authors
- AI tools for authors and publishing
- Writing craft and manuscript development
- Children's book publishing
- Author entrepreneurship (authorpreneurship)
- Book pricing and Kindle Unlimited strategy
- Print-on-demand and audiobook creation

## Contact

- Website: https://selfpubmadesimple.com
- Contact page: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/contact
- Start Here: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/start-here
- Book a Call: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/book-coaching-call

## Complete Page Index

### Main Pages
- Home: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/
- About April: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/about
- Start Here: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/start-here
- Work With Me: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/work-with-me
- Blog: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/blog
- Coaching: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/coaching
- Courses: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/courses
- Events: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/events
- Resources: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/resources
- Community: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/community
- FAQ: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/faq
- Contact: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/contact

### Publishing Journey
- Create Phase: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/create
- Build Phase: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/build
- Share Phase: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/share

### Programs
- The 90-Day Way: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/author-accelerator
- Invisible to Elevated: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/invisible-to-elevated
- AI-Amplified Author: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/ai-amplified-author
- Author to Authorpreneur: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/author-to-authorpreneur
- Brand Elevation: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/brand-elevation
- Private Programs: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/private-programs
- Writing Workshop: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/writing-workshop
- Publishing Small Group: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/publishing-small-group

### Products & Services
- Starter Kit: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/products/starter-kit
- The Vault: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/products/vault
- AI Prompts: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/products/ai-prompts
- Branding Kit: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/products/branding-kit
- Launch Library: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/products/launch-library
- Amazon KDP Setup: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/services/amazon-setup
- Launch Readiness: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/services/launch-readiness
- Publishing Services: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/publishing-services
- Amazon Ads: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/amazon-ads
- AI for Authors: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/ai-for-authors

### Assessment & Tools
- Authorpreneur Assessment: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/assessment
- Marketing Audit: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/marketing-audit
- Validate Your Book Idea: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/validate-your-book-idea
- Book a Coaching Call: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/book-coaching-call

### Legal
- Privacy Policy: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/privacy
- Terms & Conditions: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/terms
- SMS Terms: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/sms-terms
- Sitemap: https://selfpubmadesimple.com/sitemap