Daniel J. Tortora

Resources for Nonfiction Authors

120+ articles for authors on writing, publishing, and book marketing—by nonfiction editor and book coach Daniel Tortora.

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Choosing BISAC Codes for a Book for Increased Discoverability and Sales

Choosing BISAC Codes for a Book for Increased Discoverability and Sales

Learn how to choose the right BISAC categories so your book lands on the right shelf (and in the right carts).

Authors, Coaching, PublishingDaniel J. TortoraMay 25, 2026author tips, BISAC codes, bookstores, IngramSpark, libraries, ebooks, print books, audiobooks, traditional publishing, metadata

A Guide to Author’s Republic for Audiobook Authors and Publishers

A Guide to Author’s Republic for Audiobook Authors and Publishers

Author’s Republic for indie authors and publishers: how it works and what to expect

Authors, Publishing, MarketingDaniel J. TortoraFebruary 18, 2026ACX, Audible, Author's Republic, author tips, book marketing, book royalties, books, libraries, audiobooks, pricing, self-publishing, spotify, subscription services, Voices by INaudio

How to Get Your Book into Libraries: A Practical Guide for Authors

How to Get Your Book into Libraries: A Practical Guide for Authors

The secrets to selling books to libraries.

Steps in the Traditional Publishing Process

Steps in the Traditional Publishing Process

The traditional book publishing process, broken down step by step, by a nonfiction book coach.

Voices by INaudio Audiobooks for Authors

Voices by INaudio Audiobooks for Authors

Publishing an audiobook with Voices by Inaudio.

How to Sell Books Without Social Media

How to Sell Books Without Social Media

Some great strategies for book marketing without social media.

Authors, MarketingDaniel J. TortoraDecember 10, 2024author tips, book coaching, book marketing, book promotion sites, bookstores, libraries, podcasts, selling ebooks